Ugly (2013) Cast, Story & Release Date — Complete Bollywood Movie Details
Ugly (2013) Cast, Story & Release Date — Complete Bollywood Movie Details
Ugly (2013) is one of the most awaited Thriller, Drama, Mystery, Crime 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 Anurag Kashyap at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 17 May 2013 |
| Genre | Thriller, Drama, Mystery, Crime |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 8m |
| Certification | A |
| Director | Anurag Kashyap |
| Producer | Anurag Kashyap |
| Writer | Anurag Kashyap |
| Cinematography | Nikos Andritsakis |
| Editor | Aarti Bajaj |
Story & Plot
The film portrays the kidnapping of a little girl of 10, who is out with her father for the day. Her parents are divorced and her stepfather (a cop) steps in for the investigation. The suicidal mother has an ax to grind with both her ex-husband and her current husband. As the investigation proceeds, the characters are placed in sordid scenarios that reveal their unsavory sides; the mind games between the both the fathers in particular lend the procedural its most gripping drama as everyone else is getting greedy and ugly not caring about the kidnapped girl.
Cast & Crew
Ugly is helmed by Anurag Kashyap and produced by Anurag Kashyap, with Rahul Bhat, Vineet Kumar Singh, Tejaswini Kolhapure, Girish Kulkarni, Surveen Chawla, Siddhanth Kapoor leading the film. Rahul Bhat 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 |
|---|---|
| Rahul Bhat | Rahul Kapoor |
| Vineet Kumar Singh | Chaitanya Mishra |
| Tejaswini Kolhapure | Shalini Bose |
| Girish Kulkarni | Inspector Jadhav |
| Surveen Chawla | Rakhi Malhotra |
| Siddhanth Kapoor | Siddhant |
| Abir Goswami | ACP Gupta |
| Anshika Shrivastava | Kali Varshney |
| Madhavi Singh | ACP Upadhyay |
| Saharsh Kumar Shukla | Gangster Pujari |
| Alia Bhatt | Young Shalini |
| Ronit Roy | Shoumik Bose |
| Anurag Kashyap | Director |
| Anurag Kashyap | Producer |
| Arun Rangachari | Producer |
| Madhu Mantena Varma | Producer |
| Vikas Bahl | Producer |
| Vikramaditya Motwane | Producer |
| Vivek Rangachari | Producer |
| Anurag Kashyap | Story |
| Nikos Andritsakis | Director of Photography |
| Brian Mcomber | Original Music Composer |
| G. V. Prakash Kumar | Original Music Composer |
| Mukesh Chhabra | Casting |
| Divvya Gambhir | Costume Design |
| Nidhi Gambhir | Costume Design |
| Aarti Bajaj | Editor |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Anurag Kashyap brings a distinct and considered vision to Ugly, shaping its thriller, drama, mystery, crime 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 Ugly 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 Ugly is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its thriller, drama, mystery, crime 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.
Official Trailer
Box Office Collection
| Total Collection | ₹6.24 Cr |
Where to Watch
Ugly is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru. 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 Ugly 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 Ugly?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Ugly has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of thriller, drama, mystery, crime 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 Ugly as a potential standout film of the year.
