Hostel (2011): Cast & Plot
Hostel is a 2011 action drama directed by Manish Gupta, starring Vatsal Sheth as Karan, Tulip Joshi and Mukesh Tiwari. It runs 2 hours 35 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 35m (155 min)
- Director
- Manish Gupta
- Original language
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Hindi - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Hostel About?
The premise of Hostel without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A hostel, a student's second home, becomes a nightmarish torture house when ragging turns deadly. The narrative follows students preyed upon by cruel rituals, highlighting the psychological and physical torment they endure. This gripping thriller explores the consequences of hazing, showing how a place meant for safety can descend into terror.
Hostel Cast & Characters
Vatsal Sheth leads the cast as Karan, with Tulip Joshi and Mukesh Tiwari. Directed by Manish Gupta.
- Director Manish Gupta
- Vatsal Sheth as Karan
- Tulip Joshi
- Mukesh Tiwari
Hostel Plot Summary
What happens in Hostel from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
At Jaigarh University, the boys’ hostel becomes a brutal proving ground where power and fear rule. A senior named Feroz and his merciless gang systematically harass the freshmen, turning humiliation into a routine spectacle. One stark night, Vishnu Pandey, a shy science student, is stripped, molested, and shamed in front of many, his attempts to seek help going unanswered as the corrupt hostel warden looks the other way. engineering freshman Vatsal Sheth as Karan arrives at the scene and soon forms a fragile circle of friends—Vishnu, Nilesh, and Bobby—offering a possible shield against the mounting cruelty.
Full summary
The whole story of Hostel, scene by scene
Hostel Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Hostel.
How Well Do You Know Hostel?
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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Which university is the setting for the film's events?
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Hostel FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Hostel, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Hostel?
Hostel runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).
When was Hostel released?
Hostel was released on January 21, 2011.
Who directed Hostel?
Hostel was directed by Manish Gupta.
More films by Manish Gupta Who is in the cast of Hostel?
Hostel stars Vatsal Sheth as Karan, Tulip Joshi and Mukesh Tiwari.
Does Hostel have a post-credit scene?
No. Hostel has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Hostel in?
The original language of Hostel is Hindi.
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