The Rapist (2021) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
The Rapist (2021) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
The Rapist (2021) 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 Soumya Batra at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 7 October 2021 |
| Genre | Crime, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 12m |
| Director | Soumya Batra |
| Producer | Deepak Segal |
| Writer | Aparna Sen |
| Cinematography | Ayananka Bose |
| Editor | Rabi Ranjan Moitra |
Story & Plot
Naina, a criminal psychology professor, is sexually assaulted in a slum she visits to help the daughter of a school custodian embroiled in a case of domestic violence and infanticide.
Cast & Crew
The Rapist is helmed by Soumya Batra and produced by Deepak Segal, with Arjun Rampal, Tanmay Dhanania, Richa Mohan, Vijay Kumar Dogra, Sukhesh Arora, Jaspal Sharma leading the film. Arjun Rampal 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 |
|---|---|
| Arjun Rampal | Aftab Malik |
| Tanmay Dhanania | Prasad Singh |
| Richa Mohan | Politician |
| Vijay Kumar Dogra | Police Inspector |
| Sukhesh Arora | Subhash |
| Jaspal Sharma | Prasad's Brother |
| Rahul Shukla | Soniya's Boyfriend |
| Jintender Agarwal | DM |
| Shravan Arora | Judge |
| Laxman Arya | Gorkha Guard |
| Parvesh Babbar | Executioner's Assistant |
| Soumya Batra | Board of Directors |
| Gagan Bhasin | Nayna's Lawyer |
| Bhupinder Bhupi | Court Trial Judge |
| Anindita Bose | Malini |
| Santana Bose | Defense Lawyer |
| Ashok Chhabra | Nayna's Father |
| Deepansha Dhingra | Nayna's Student |
| Kushagra Dhingra | Nayna's Student |
| Monica Dogra | Kusum |
| Flora Dutta | Judge |
| Mohit Gulati | News Anchor |
| Balram Gupta | Police Commissioner |
| Shalini Gupta | NGO Member |
| Sabir Hussain | Executioner |
| Kumkum Jain | Govt Hospital Doctor |
| Vikash Kandola | Prasad's Elder Brother |
| Karan Kataria | Nayna's Student |
| Baljinder Kaur | Jumna's Mother |
| Konkona Sen Sharma | Naina Malik |
| Aparna Sen | Director |
| Aparna Sen | Screenplay |
| Hussain Haidry | Dialogue |
| Aparna Sen | Story |
| Deepak Segal | Producer |
| Suchhanda Chatterjee | Producer |
| Sameer Nair | Producer |
| Shubha Shetty | Producer |
| Rabi Ranjan Moitra | Editor |
| Ayananka Bose | Director of Photography |
| Neel Dutt | 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
Soumya Batra brings a distinct and considered vision to The Rapist, 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 The Rapist 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 The Rapist 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.
Where to Watch
The Rapist is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune. 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 The Rapist 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 The Rapist?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, The Rapist 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 The Rapist as a potential standout film of the year.
