Pink

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🔴 75/100
Total warning time: 10m 30s
Sex/Nudity: 🔴 80/100 (3m 35s)
  • 🔴 85/100 [00:30:45 - 00:32:10] A scene where a woman is sexually harassed, with suggestive dialogue and physical intimidation.
  • 🔴 90/100 [01:05:20 - 01:07:30] Discussion about sexual assault and victim-blaming, with graphic descriptions.
Drug Use: 🟡 40/100 (45s)
  • 🟡 50/100 [00:45:15 - 00:46:00] Characters are shown drinking alcohol at a party.
  • 🟡 30/100 [01:20:10] Brief mention of drug use in a conversation.
Violence: 🔴 70/100 (5m 35s)
  • 🔴 75/100 [00:25:30 - 00:27:45] A physical altercation where a woman is grabbed and threatened.
  • 🟡 65/100 [01:15:00 - 01:18:20] Intense courtroom scene with verbal aggression and emotional distress.
Strong Language: 🟡 60/100 (35s)
  • 🔴 70/100 [00:15:10] Use of a strong expletive in a heated argument.
  • 🔴 80/100 [00:50:25 - 00:51:00] Multiple instances of strong language in a confrontational scene.
Year: 2016
Certificate: UA
Runtime: 136 min
Genre: Drama, Thriller
IMDB: 8.1
Votes: 39216
Gross: 1,241,223
Director: Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury
Stars: Taapsee Pannu, Amitabh Bachchan, Kirti Kulhari, Andrea Tariang
Overview: When three young women are implicated in a crime, a retired lawyer steps forward to help them clear their names.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of the movie Pink (2016)?
A: Pink (2016) is a courtroom drama that revolves around three young women—Minal (Taapsee Pannu), Falak (Kirti Kulhari), and Andrea (Andrea Tariang)—who are falsely accused of a crime after an altercation with a group of influential men. The film highlights issues of consent, victim-blaming, and gender bias, with Amitabh Bachchan playing the role of their lawyer, Deepak Sehgal, who fights for justice.
Q: Who are the main actors in Pink (2016)?
A: The main actors in Pink (2016) include Taapsee Pannu as Minal Arora, Amitabh Bachchan as Deepak Sehgal (the defense lawyer), Kirti Kulhari as Falak Ali, and Andrea Tariang as Andrea Tariang. The film also features Angad Bedi, Vijay Varma, and Dhritiman Chatterjee in supporting roles.
Q: What is the significance of the title 'Pink' in the movie?
A: The title 'Pink' symbolizes the societal stereotypes and prejudices associated with women. The color pink is often linked to femininity, and the film challenges the regressive mindset that judges women based on their choices, clothing, or lifestyle. It underscores the message that 'No means no,' regardless of a woman's background.
Q: Is Pink (2016) based on a true story?
A: While Pink (2016) is not directly based on a single true story, it draws inspiration from real-life incidents of gender discrimination, victim-blaming, and the misuse of power. The film reflects the struggles many women face in patriarchal societies and highlights the importance of consent and justice.
Q: What was the critical reception of Pink (2016)?
A: Pink (2016) received widespread critical acclaim for its bold narrative, powerful performances (especially by Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu), and its strong social message. It was praised for addressing issues like consent and gender inequality, and it won several awards, including the National Film Award for Best Film on Other Social Issues.