Aurangzeb (2013): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Aurangzeb is a 2013 action thriller directed by Atul Sabharwal, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Rishi Kapoor and Jackie Shroff. It runs 2 hours 17 minutes and earned $79,665 worldwide. Critics gave it 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 17m (137 min)
- Director
- Atul Sabharwal
- Original language
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Hindi - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Aurangzeb About?
The premise of Aurangzeb without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A father, Ravikant, uncovers corruption within a powerful organization led by Yashvardhan. Determined to expose the truth, he orchestrates a daring scheme by swapping Yashvardhan’s son, Ajay, with his twin brother, Vishal. This calculated move triggers a series of intense and action-packed events, setting off a high-stakes battle where deception and danger intertwine.
Aurangzeb Themes & Keywords
· 30 tags- undercover
- gangster
- hospital
- attempted murder
- police officer shot
- police officer killed
- murder of son in law
- premarital sex
- semiautomatic pistol
- uncle nephew relationship
- neo noir
- police brutality
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- shot in the chest
- protest
- mole
- twin brother
- presumed dead
- police corruption
- anti hero
- parking garage
- falling from height
- reference to aurangzeb
- bikini
- sex
- shower
- dual role
- look alike
- gurgaon india
- organized crime
- police
Aurangzeb Cast
Prithviraj Sukumaran leads the cast, with Rishi Kapoor and Jackie Shroff. Directed by Atul Sabharwal; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Atul Sabharwal
Also Starring in Aurangzeb
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More films directed by Atul Sabharwal: Berlin and Class of ’83.
Aurangzeb Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Aurangzeb 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 40% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 44%
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TMDB 63% User score
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Aurangzeb Plot Summary
What happens in Aurangzeb from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film unfolds in the bustling industrial city of Gurgaon, located near NCT Delhi. Narrated through the perspective of ACP Arya Phogat (Prithviraj Sukumaran), the story reveals a complex family dynamic. Arya, a dedicated police officer, was raised by his uncle, DCP Ravikant Phogat (Rishi Kapoor). His father, inspector Vijaykant Phogat (portrayed by Anupam Kher), lost his zest for life after a failed operation to eliminate Yashvardhan Singh (Jackie Shroff), primarily due to insufficient evidence against him.
Full summary
The whole story of Aurangzeb, scene by scene
Aurangzeb Box Office
Aurangzeb grossed $79,665 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$79.7K
- International
- $79.7K
How Well Do You Know Aurangzeb?
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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Cars in Aurangzeb
13 cars on screen, including the BMW X6 E71 and the Maruti Suzuki SX4.
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Maruti Suzuki SX4 Main role -
2009 BMW 7 F01 Important role -
1996 Maruti Gypsy King Important role
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Aurangzeb FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Aurangzeb, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Aurangzeb?
Aurangzeb runs 2 hours 17 minutes (137 minutes).
When was Aurangzeb released?
Aurangzeb was released on May 17, 2013.
Who directed Aurangzeb?
Aurangzeb was directed by Atul Sabharwal.
More films by Atul Sabharwal Who is in the cast of Aurangzeb?
Aurangzeb stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Rishi Kapoor and Jackie Shroff, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Aurangzeb make at the box office?
Aurangzeb grossed $79,665 worldwide.
How is Aurangzeb rated?
Aurangzeb has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63% on TMDB.
Does Aurangzeb have a post-credit scene?
No. Aurangzeb has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Aurangzeb in?
The original language of Aurangzeb is Hindi.
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