Rudraksh (2004): Cast & Plot
Rudraksh is a 2004 fantasy action film directed by Mani Shankar, starring Bipasha Basu as Dr. Gayetri, Sanjay Dutt and Suniel Shetty. It runs 2 hours 25 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 25m (145 min)
- Director
- Mani Shankar
- Original language
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Hindi - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rudraksh About?
The premise of Rudraksh without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Paranormal researcher Dr. Gayatri (Bipasha Basu) studies rites—voodoo, spirit possession, magic—seeking knowledge beyond science. In India she meets Varun (Sanjay Dutt), a meditation‑trained mystic with intuitive healing powers. A devotee of Lord Hanuman and martial‑arts expert, Varun can absorb pain, influence minds, and works as a club bouncer.
Rudraksh Cast & Characters
Bipasha Basu leads the cast as Dr. Gayetri, with Sanjay Dutt as Varun and Suniel Shetty as Bhuria. Directed by Mani Shankar; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Mani Shankar
- Bipasha Basu as Dr. Gayetri
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Sanjay Dutt as Varun - Suniel Shetty as Bhuria
- Raj Zutshi as Man in mental institute
Also Starring in Rudraksh
· 7 more- Agnes Darenius Suzy
- Kabir Bedi Ved Pujan
- Veerendra Saxena Watchman
- Isha Koppikar Lali
- Vinay Varma
- Nigaar Khan Dancer
- Farhad Shahnawaz
More from Mani Shankar
More films directed by Mani Shankar: Tango Charlie and 16 December.
Rudraksh Plot Summary
What happens in Rudraksh from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Dr. Gayatri Singh is an Indian American paranormal researcher at the University of California, exploring esoteric practices such as voodoo, spirit possession, magic, and healing powers. She pursues hidden knowledge that cannot be explained by science or logic, driven by curiosity and a desire to understand the limits of the mind and body.
Full summary
The whole story of Rudraksh, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Rudraksh?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who plays the Indian American paranormal researcher Dr. Gayatri Singh?
Cars in Rudraksh
17 cars on screen, including the 1986 Maruti 800 Type I and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C 180 W203.
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1986 Maruti 800 Type I Important role -
2001 Mercedes-Benz C 180 W203 Important role -
1998 Tata Safari Important role -
Hindustan Ambassador Nova Minor role
Rudraksh Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “超胆侠” and “Священный амулет”.
- Also known as
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- 超胆侠
- Священный амулет
- Kutsal Muska / Kutsal Tilsim / Rudraksh
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Rudraksh FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Rudraksh, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Rudraksh?
Rudraksh runs 2 hours 25 minutes (145 minutes).
When was Rudraksh released?
Rudraksh was released on February 13, 2004.
Who directed Rudraksh?
Rudraksh was directed by Mani Shankar.
More films by Mani Shankar Who is in the cast of Rudraksh?
Rudraksh stars Bipasha Basu as Dr. Gayetri, Sanjay Dutt as Varun and Suniel Shetty as Bhuria, among 11 credited actors.
Does Rudraksh have a post-credit scene?
No. Rudraksh has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Rudraksh in?
The original language of Rudraksh is Hindi.
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