Housefull 4 (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Housefull 4 is a 2019 romantic drama directed by Farhad Samji, starring Akshay Kumar as Rajkumar Bala Dev Singh / Harry, Manoj Pahwa and Sharad Kelkar. It runs 2 hours 22 minutes and earned $4.6 million worldwide on a $18 million budget. Its Echo Score is 30/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 22m (142 min)
- Director
- Farhad Samji
- Original language
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Hindi
- Studio
- Fox STAR Studios
- Budget
- $18M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Housefull 4 About?
The premise of Housefull 4 without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After being separated by a devious scheme, three couples find themselves reincarnated 600 years later. They unexpectedly reunite, only to discover their partners have been switched, leading to hilarious chaos and a tangled web of mistaken identities as history repeats itself.
Housefull 4 Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- reincarnation
Housefull 4 Cast & Characters
Akshay Kumar leads the cast as Rajkumar Bala Dev Singh / Harry, with Manoj Pahwa as Big Bhai and Sharad Kelkar as Suryabhan / Michael Bhai. Directed by Farhad Samji; 17 actors are credited in all.
- Director Farhad Samji
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Akshay Kumar as Rajkumar Bala Dev Singh / Harry - Manoj Pahwa as Big Bhai
- Sharad Kelkar as Suryabhan / Michael Bhai
- Dipesh K. Shrestha as Bhai
Also Starring in Housefull 4
· 13 more- Ranjeet Bedi Maharaja Surya Singh Rana / Thakral
- Pooja Hegde Rajkumari Mala / Pooja
- Kriti Kharbanda Rajkumari Meena / Neha
- Kriti Sanon Rajkumari Madhu / Kriti
- Chunky Pandey Pehla Pasta / Akhri Pasta
- Ritesh Deshmukh Bangdu Maharaj / Roy
- Rana Daggubati Raja Gama / Pappu Rangeela
- Nawazuddin Siddiqui Ramsey Baba
- Johnny Lever Winston Churchgate
- Bobby Deol Dharamputra / Max
- Parikshat Sahni Maharaja Parikshitap
- Prithvi Zutshi Siskeria
- Jamie Lever Giggly
More from Farhad Samji
More films directed by Farhad Samji, best-rated first: Bachchhan Paandey, Housefull 3 and It’s Entertainment.
Housefull 4 Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in rewatch factor (45) and weakest in sensory experience (20).
Housefull 4 Echo Score Breakdown
In terms of overall impact, Housefull 4 falls short of delivering a cohesive cinematic experience. Critics and audiences highlight a lack of narrative logic, weak visual craftsmanship, and uneven humor, which collectively diminish its appeal. While a few viewers enjoy its slap‑stick moments when expectations are lowered, the prevailing sentiment is that the film offers little lasting value. Consequently, its overall impression remains largely negative.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 25
The film’s direction and visual execution show limited ambition, with reviewers noting a hurried pace and a lack of stylistic flair. Cinematography receives no specific praise, and editing appears functional rather than inventive. Production design is not highlighted, suggesting it does not stand out. Overall, the art and craft elements are perceived as subpar, contributing little to the film’s appeal.
- Character & Emotion 40
Acting performances receive mixed reactions; Akshay Kumar’s presence is praised, yet supporting cast members are described as weak or even uncomfortable to watch. Character depth is largely absent, with many reviewers calling the roles formulaic and lacking emotional resonance. The chemistry among leads does not compensate for these shortcomings, resulting in a generally unfavourable view of the film’s character work.
- Story & Flow 30
The narrative is criticized for incoherence and a reliance on predictable, formulaic humor, with several reviewers stating the plot makes little sense. Originality is reported as absent, and pacing is described as uneven, causing audience disengagement. While a minority acknowledge that turning off critical thinking can make the story tolerable, the dominant assessment is that the story component is weak.
- Sensory Experience 20
Soundtrack and audio elements are largely disparaged, with comments about cheap songs and lackluster music that fail to enhance scenes. Visual style receives little commendation, indicating an absence of distinctive cinematographic choices. The overall sensory experience is therefore viewed as flat, offering minimal emotional or atmospheric support to the film’s comedic intentions.
- Rewatch Factor 45
The film provides occasional moments of slap‑stick amusement that some viewers find entertaining enough for repeat viewings when expectations are low. A few audience members describe it as a guilty‑pleasure that can be revisited for its absurd jokes. However, the majority view the experience as tiring and lacking substance, limiting its long‑term rewatch appeal.
Housefull 4 Plot Summary
What happens in Housefull 4 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Housefull 4 stitches together a sprawling, time-bending comedy about love that spans six centuries, jumping from 1419 Madhavgarh to 2019 Sitamgarh and London in a riotous quest for a happily-ever-after.
In 2019, three brothers—Harry, Roy, and Max—live in London. Harry, a barber with a tendency to blank out at loud noises, starts having vivid visions of a past life. When he misplaces a bag containing £5 million belonging to gangsters Michael and Big Bhai, the brothers find themselves drawn into a high-stakes scheme to settle the debt. To pay off the gang, they hatch a plan to marry into the wealthy Thakral family, courting sisters Pooja, Neha, and Kriti. Yet love doesn’t align with the plan: they fall for the wrong sisters, and wedding arrangements explode into chaos in Sitamgarh.
Full summary
The whole story of Housefull 4, scene by scene
Housefull 4 Box Office & Budget
Housefull 4 grossed $4.6 million worldwide on a $18 million budget, 26% of what it cost. $2.1 million came from the US and Canada and $2.5 million (54%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$4.6M
26% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $2.1M
- International
- $2.5M
- Budget
- $18M
How Well Do You Know Housefull 4?
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 brother works as a barber?
Housefull 4 Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “真爱满屋4” and “Пълна къща 4”.
- Also known as
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- 真爱满屋4
- Пълна къща 4
- Teltház 4
- Полный дом 4
- Dolu Ev 4 ./ Housefull 4
- منزل ممتلئ 4
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Housefull 4 FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Housefull 4, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Housefull 4?
Housefull 4 runs 2 hours 22 minutes (142 minutes).
When was Housefull 4 released?
Housefull 4 was released on October 25, 2019.
Who directed Housefull 4?
Housefull 4 was directed by Farhad Samji.
More films by Farhad Samji Who is in the cast of Housefull 4?
Housefull 4 stars Akshay Kumar as Rajkumar Bala Dev Singh / Harry, Manoj Pahwa as Big Bhai and Sharad Kelkar as Suryabhan / Michael Bhai, among 17 credited actors.
How much did Housefull 4 make at the box office?
Housefull 4 grossed $4.6 million worldwide ($2.1 million domestic, $2.5 million international) on a budget of $18 million.
Does Housefull 4 have a post-credit scene?
No. Housefull 4 has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Housefull 4 in?
The original language of Housefull 4 is Hindi.
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