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Angrezi Medium (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Angrezi Medium is a 2020 comedy drama directed by Homi Adajania, starring Irrfan Khan as Champak Goswami, Meghna Malik and Ranvir Shorey. It runs 2 hours 25 minutes and earned $1.3 million worldwide. Its Echo Score is 62/100.

worldwide gross
$1.3M
Echo Score
62
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Angrezi Medium (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 25m (145 min)
Director
Homi Adajania
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
Hindi
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Angrezi Medium About?

The premise of Angrezi Medium without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A determined father goes to extraordinary lengths to fulfill his daughter’s aspirations. When she chooses to pursue her education in London, a dedicated Haryanvi businessman tirelessly works to make her dream a reality, facing numerous challenges along the way. His efforts highlight the powerful bond between a parent and child and the sacrifices made for their future.

Angrezi Medium Themes & Keywords

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  • daughter
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Cast & crew

Angrezi Medium Cast & Characters

Irrfan Khan leads the cast as Champak Goswami, with Meghna Malik as Principal and Ranvir Shorey as Bablu. Directed by Homi Adajania; 17 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Homi Adajania

More films directed by Homi Adajania, best-rated first: Murder Mubarak, Finding Fanny, Cocktail and Being Cyrus.

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Ratings

Angrezi Medium Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 62/100, strongest in character & emotion (85) and weakest in story & flow (42).

62 /100

Angrezi Medium Echo Score Breakdown

Angrezi Medium delivers uneven results across its components, leading to a mixed overall impression. While the lead performances are praised for their depth and emotional resonance, the narrative suffers from pacing issues and scattered subplots, preventing sustained engagement. Technical craft such as direction and visual style remains largely unremarkable, offering neither standout successes nor glaring failures. Consequently, the film provides occasional entertainment but falls short of a cohesive, compelling experience.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 55

    In terms of art and craft, the film shows competent but unexceptional execution. Critics note uneven pacing and a lack of rhythmic cohesion, suggesting shortcomings in editing and overall direction. No specific praise for cinematography or production design emerges from the reviews. The technical aspects therefore contribute modestly to the viewing experience, reflecting a middle‑of‑the‑road level of craftsmanship.

  • Character & Emotion 85

    Character and emotional work stand out as the film's greatest strength. Multiple reviewers commend Irrfan Khan's masterful performance and Deepak Dobriyal's credible delivery, labeling the ensemble as skilled and nuanced. The chemistry between actors is highlighted as a saving grace, providing depth and resonance that elevate the material. Overall, the character work is consistently praised, indicating a high level of achievement in this area.

  • Story & Flow 42

    The story and narrative flow are widely criticized for lack of focus and disjointed pacing. Critics describe the plot as outlandish, poorly stitched, and burdened by unnecessary subplots, leading to tonal instability. User feedback echoes this view, noting a messy second half and missed opportunities. While occasional humor surfaces, the core storyline fails to maintain coherence, resulting in a low story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    Sensory elements such as soundtrack and visual style receive limited attention in the reviews, suggesting a neutral impact. No explicit praise or criticism of sound design or cinematography is mentioned, indicating that these aspects neither enhance nor detract significantly from the film. Consequently, the sensory experience is assessed as average, contributing modestly to overall perception.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    Rewatch potential is modestly positive, driven mainly by audience enthusiasm for the lead performances and family-friendly tone. Some users express a desire to view the film repeatedly, and the enjoyable moments cited by reviewers imply a degree of lasting appeal. However, narrative flaws and uneven pacing temper repeated viewings, placing the rewatch factor in the higher middle range.

Plot

Angrezi Medium Plot Summary

What happens in Angrezi Medium from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Champak Bansal, Irrfan Khan, is a widower and a sweet-shop owner in Udaipur, Rajasthan, who often quarrels with his half-brother Gopi, who runs a competing sweet-shop, yet the two share a close, affectionate bond.

Champak’s daughter Tarika dreams of studying abroad, and despite academic struggles, he wholeheartedly supports her ambition, helping her secure a high school rank that earns a scholarship from London’s Truford University.

During the school’s Annual Day, the chief guest Judge Chheda had accepted a bribe—a watch—from Gopi to secure the rights to the Ghasiteram name, a revelation that casts a shadow over the family’s plans.

Full summary

The whole story of Angrezi Medium, scene by scene

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Box office

Angrezi Medium Box Office

Angrezi Medium grossed $1.3 million worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.3M

International
$1.3M
Videos

Angrezi Medium Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Angrezi Medium.

Angrezi Medium - Official Trailer | Irrfan Kareena Radhika | Dinesh Vijan | Homi Adajania | 13 March
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Angrezi Medium?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Angrezi Medium Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Hindi Medium” and “Hindi Medium 2”.

Also known as
  • Hindi Medium
  • Hindi Medium 2
  • English Medium
  • 起跑线2
  • Angol közeg
  • Школа среднего уровня
  • イングリッシュ・ミディアム

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FAQ

Angrezi Medium FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Angrezi Medium, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Angrezi Medium?

Angrezi Medium runs 2 hours 25 minutes (145 minutes).

When was Angrezi Medium released?

Angrezi Medium was released on March 13, 2020.

Who directed Angrezi Medium?

Angrezi Medium was directed by Homi Adajania.

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Who is in the cast of Angrezi Medium?

Angrezi Medium stars Irrfan Khan as Champak Goswami, Meghna Malik as Principal and Ranvir Shorey as Bablu, among 17 credited actors.

How much did Angrezi Medium make at the box office?

Angrezi Medium grossed $1.3 million worldwide.

Does Angrezi Medium have a post-credit scene?

No. Angrezi Medium has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Angrezi Medium in?

The original language of Angrezi Medium is Hindi.

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