Line of Descent (2019) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Line of Descent (2019) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Line of Descent (2019) is one of the most awaited Crime, Drama films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Rohit Karn Batra at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 13 December 2019 |
| Genre | Crime, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 1h 44m |
| Director | Rohit Karn Batra |
| Producer | Level Street Pictures, Invisible Man Pictures, Brillstein Entertainment Partners, ZEE5 |
| Writer | Imtiaz Hussain |
| Cinematography | Sherry Bhomasi |
Story & Plot
Line of Descent is a 2019 Indian crime drama film written and directed by Rohit Karn Batra. The film stars Ronit Roy, Neeraj Kabi, and Ali Haji as the three brothers of a mafia patriarch who fight over the future of their crime family. Brendan Fraser, Prem Chopra, and Abhay Deol play supporting roles. The film was previously known as The Field. It had a simultaneous release in theaters and video on demand in the United States on 13 December 2019. It was released on ZEE5 on 20 December 2019 in India.
Cast & Crew
Line of Descent is helmed by Rohit Karn Batra and produced by Level Street Pictures, Invisible Man Pictures, Brillstein Entertainment Partners, ZEE5, with Prem Chopra, Abhay Deol, Ronit Roy, Neeraj Kabi, Ali Haji, Anisha Victor leading the film. Prem Chopra headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Prem Chopra | Bharat Sinha |
| Abhay Deol | Officer Raghav |
| Ronit Roy | Prithvi Sinha |
| Neeraj Kabi | Siddharth Sinha |
| Ali Haji | Suraj Sinha |
| Anisha Victor | Seema |
| Charlotte Poutrel | Rachel |
| Priyanka Setia | Sujatha Sinha |
| Ekavali Khanna | Neha Sinha |
| Kinal Mehta | Nya Sinha |
| Ashok Pathak | Arvind |
| Max Beesley | Commissioner Bates |
| Bernard White | Officer Armin |
| Vikram Singh Mehra | Manjit |
| Harry Dhaul | Commissioner Shah |
| Anoop Randhawa | Jaswinder Arora |
| Sherry Bhomasi | Adoption Care Supervisor |
| Rohan Arora | Manoj Gupta |
| Aisha Ranaa | Mrs. Gupta |
| Mann Ghandi | Gupta's Son |
| Sangeeta Srivastava | Mrs. Dasgupta |
| Gopal Datt | Arun |
| Vishesh Chachra | Officer Arjun Chole |
| Amrita Bagchi | Anna |
| Zahir | Pallu |
| Shamata Anchan | Anna |
| Yogi | Nya Sinha |
| Sunita Sharma | Adoption Lady (voice) |
| Suhaas Khandke | Mr. Dasgupta |
| Brendan Fraser | Charlie 'Charu' Jolpin |
| Geoffrey Miclat | Casting |
| Seher Aly Latif | Casting |
| Imtiaz Hussain | Writer |
| Rohit Karn Batra | Writer |
| Imtiaz Hussain | Dialogue |
| Rohit Karn Batra | Director |
| Ravi Srivastava | Production Design |
| John Stokes | Director of Photography |
| Mario Grigorov | Original Music Composer |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Rohit Karn Batra brings a distinct and considered vision to Line of Descent, shaping its crime, drama narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Line of Descent is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Line of Descent is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its crime, drama tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Box Office Collection
| Total Collection | ₹2.99 L |
Where to Watch
Line of Descent arrives in cinemas throughout India, releasing in major centres such as Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Line of Descent to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Line of Descent?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Line of Descent has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of crime, drama films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Line of Descent as a potential standout film of the year.
