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Faraaz (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Faraaz is a 2022 action thriller directed by Hansal Mehta, starring Zahan Kapoor as Faraaz, Aditya Rawal and Palak Lalwani. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $1,896 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 26/100.

worldwide gross
$1.9K
Echo Score
26
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Faraaz (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 52m (112 min)
Director
Hansal Mehta
Genres
Action , Thriller
Original language
Hindi
Studio
T-Series
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Faraaz About?

The premise of Faraaz without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

In the darkest hours, he stood tall. A terrifying hostage crisis unfolds over one fateful night in 2016 when heavily armed militants attack a popular cafe in Dhaka.

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Cast & crew

Faraaz Cast & Characters

Zahan Kapoor leads the cast as Faraaz, with Aditya Rawal as Nibras and Palak Lalwani. Directed by Hansal Mehta; 11 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Hansal Mehta

More films directed by Hansal Mehta, best-rated first: Simran, The Buckingham Murders, Chhalaang and Omertà.

Full filmography
Ratings

Faraaz Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 26/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in rewatch factor (15).

26 /100

Faraaz Echo Score Breakdown

Faraaz suffers from fundamental missteps that undermine its intent to depict a real-life tragedy. The film's narrative is hampered by inconsistent pacing, a peripheral focus on its titular character, and language choices that break authenticity. While a few technical elements such as certain shots and editing receive modest acknowledgment, the prevailing sentiment highlights a lack of cohesion and emotional resonance. Consequently, the movie offers limited engagement and little incentive for repeat viewings.

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

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film shows occasional competence in shot composition and editing rhythm. However, critics point out a disjointed visual tone and production choices that fail to support the story, such as the unnatural language setting. The sound design and overall cinematic execution are described as uneven, leading to a mixed but generally unimpressive technical impression.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When evaluating character and emotion, reviewers note that most performances feel underdeveloped, with the protagonist Faraaz receiving minimal screen time. Although Aditya Rawal's portrayal of the terrorist is repeatedly praised, overall acting is deemed subpar and the character arcs lack depth. The ensemble fails to generate lasting empathy or meaningful connections with the audience.

  • Story & Flow 20

    The story and flow are criticized for being predictable, fragmented, and poorly paced. Viewers report that the plot deviates from factual events, resulting in a sense of incoherence and missed opportunities for thematic exploration. The emphasis on sensational moments over substantive storytelling leaves the narrative feeling both unoriginal and unsatisfying.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    Sensory experience receives a relatively higher assessment due to some commendable cinematography and sound engineering efforts. Nonetheless, the overall sensory cohesion is weakened by tonal inconsistencies and a soundtrack that does not consistently enhance tension. The visual style, while occasionally effective, does not fully compensate for other shortcomings.

  • Rewatch Factor 15

    Rewatch factor is low, as most reviewers suggest the film lacks lasting appeal and offers little reason to revisit. The combination of weak narrative, limited character engagement, and perceived disrespect toward real events results in a consensus that the viewing experience is more likely to be dismissed than repeated.

Plot

Faraaz Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Faraaz from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Dhaka, a tense countdown begins with a group of five men preparing for trouble—Nibras, Mubashir, Rohan, Bikash, and Rajiv—as they drift toward a fateful rendezvous at the Holey Artisan Bakery. Parallel to their plan, Faraaz’s family life is strained by discord, a domestic rift that hovers over him even as he ultimately joins his friends in the city. The bakery becomes the site where their paths collide, and what starts as a joint venture among teenagers and young men quickly spirals into a high-stakes hostage situation.

Full summary

The whole story of Faraaz, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Faraaz Box Office

Faraaz grossed $1,896 worldwide.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.9K

International
$1.9K
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Faraaz?

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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At which establishment in Dhaka does the central hostage crisis unfold?

Details

Faraaz Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Фараз” and “วีรบุรุษคืนวิกฤติ”.

Also known as
  • Фараз
  • วีรบุรุษคืนวิกฤติ
  • Quando Bangladesh Chorou
  • 夜幕救援
  • فارهاز

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FAQ

Faraaz FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Faraaz?

Faraaz runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

When was Faraaz released?

Faraaz was released on October 15, 2022.

Who directed Faraaz?

Faraaz was directed by Hansal Mehta.

More films by Hansal Mehta

Who is in the cast of Faraaz?

Faraaz stars Zahan Kapoor as Faraaz, Aditya Rawal as Nibras and Palak Lalwani, among 11 credited actors.

How much did Faraaz make at the box office?

Faraaz grossed $1,896 worldwide.

Does Faraaz have a post-credit scene?

No. Faraaz has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Faraaz in?

The original language of Faraaz is Hindi.

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