Talvar

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100
Total warning time: 4m 30s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸข 20/100 (15s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:45:30 - 00:45:45] Brief scene with mild sexual innuendo.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸข 10/100 (15s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 10/100 [01:20:15 - 01:20:30] Character is seen smoking a cigarette.
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 (3m 50s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [00:15:20 - 00:16:10] Graphic depiction of a crime scene with blood and dead bodies.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [01:05:40 - 01:07:00] Intense interrogation scene with psychological and implied physical violence.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 [01:45:50 - 01:47:30] Reenactment of violent crime with disturbing imagery.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (10s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:30:10 - 00:30:15] Use of strong expletives in a heated argument.
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [01:12:25 - 01:12:30] Character uses strong language in frustration.
Talvar
Year: 2015
Certificate: UA
Runtime: 132 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
IMDB: 8.2
Votes: 31142
Gross: 342,370
Director: Meghna Gulzar
Stars: Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neeraj Kabi, Sohum Shah
Overview: An experienced investigator confronts several conflicting theories about the perpetrators of a violent double homicide.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of the movie Talvar (2015)?
A: Talvar (2015) is a crime thriller based on the real-life 2008 Noida double murder case. The film follows three different investigative perspectives on the murder of a teenage girl and her family's servant, highlighting the discrepancies and controversies in the investigation.
Q: Who are the main actors in Talvar (2015)?
A: The movie stars Irrfan Khan as Inspector Ashwin Kumar, Konkona Sen Sharma as Nutan Tandon (the mother), Neeraj Kabi as Ramesh Tandon (the father), and Sohum Shah as Inspector Vedant Mishra.
Q: Is Talvar (2015) based on a true story?
A: Yes, Talvar is inspired by the infamous 2008 Noida double murder case involving the deaths of 14-year-old Aarushi Talwar and the family's domestic help, Hemraj. The film dramatizes the investigation and the media frenzy surrounding the case.
Q: Who directed Talvar (2015)?
A: Talvar was directed by Meghna Gulzar and written by Vishal Bhardwaj. The film is known for its gripping narrative and realistic portrayal of the events.
Q: What is the significance of the title 'Talvar'?
A: The title 'Talvar' (which means 'sword' in Hindi) symbolizes the sharp and divisive nature of the investigation and media coverage surrounding the case. It reflects how the truth was obscured by conflicting narratives and biases.