Tubelight (2017): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Tubelight is a 2017 war drama directed by Kabir Khan, starring Salman Khan as 'Tubelight' Laxman Singh Bisht, Sohail Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. It runs 2 hours 16 minutes and earned $4.7 million worldwide. Stream it on Netflix.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 16m (136 min)
- Director
- Kabir Khan
- Original language
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Hindi - Studio
- Salman Khan Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Tubelight About?
The premise of Tubelight without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Laxman Singh Bisht, affectionately nicknamed "tube light" by his neighbors due to his gentle nature, is a kind-hearted man with a unique perspective on life. Guided by a simple belief—that faith can overcome any obstacle—he embarks on a journey of hope and unwavering optimism. Despite facing challenges and societal misunderstandings, Laxman clings to his cherished principle, believing it holds the power to achieve the seemingly impossible, even influencing the course of war.
Tubelight Themes & Keywords
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- dance
- shoes
- ice cream
- vintage car
- jump
- battle
- hope
- faith
- magician
- bottle
- nonviolence
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- uncle
- little boy
- india
- hostage
- phone number
- departure
- recruitment
- army
- boots
- photograph
- stone
- catapult
- soda
- mental disability
- photo studio
- river
- coffin
- soldier
- gunfight
- bomb
- sky
- horse
- classroom
- earthquake
- slap
- priest
- punch
- force
- innocent
- cycle
- mountain
- rejection
- 1960s
- period drama
Where to Watch Tubelight
Stream it on Netflix. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Tubelight Cast & Characters
Salman Khan leads the cast as 'Tubelight' Laxman Singh Bisht, with Sohail Khan as Bharat Singh Bisht and Shah Rukh Khan as Goga Pasha. Directed by Kabir Khan; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Kabir Khan
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Salman Khan as 'Tubelight' Laxman Singh Bisht - Sohail Khan as Bharat Singh Bisht
- Shah Rukh Khan as Goga Pasha
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Om Puri as Banne Chacha
Also Starring in Tubelight
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- Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub Narayan
- Brijendra Kala Shopkeeper
- Zhu Zhu Li Leing
- Yashpal Sharma Major Rajbir Tokas
- Isha Talwar Maya
- Neeraj Khetrapal Laxmans Teacher
- Alok Gagdekar Phone Man
- Chien Ho Liao Chinese Soldier 1
- Jason D'Souza Little Laxman
Tubelight Plot Summary
What happens in Tubelight from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In pre-independence India, Laxman Singh Bisht is a gentle, mentally-challenged boy who is defended by his older brother Bharat Singh Bisht, though his friends still tease him with the nickname “Tubelight.” A sweeping montage follows as the brothers grow up, depicting Gandhi visiting their school, India’s independence in 1947, Gandhi’s assassination, and the death of their parents, moments that deepen their bond even as the country reshapes itself.
In October 1962, the Chinese invasion triggers a wartime push, and the Indian Army begins recruiting camps. From their village, only Bharat Singh Bisht is selected and sent to the Kumaon Regiment. At the border posts, war erupts, and Laxman waits with growing anxiety, racing from post to post in a desperate bid to learn any news about his brother’s status.
Full summary
The whole story of Tubelight, scene by scene
Tubelight Box Office
Tubelight grossed $4.7 million worldwide. $930,058 came from the US and Canada and $3.7 million (80%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$4.7M
- US & Canada
- $930.1K
- International
- $3.7M
Tubelight Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Tubelight.
How Well Do You Know Tubelight?
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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What is the name of the mentally‑challenged child who is called "Tubelight"?
Tubelight Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “튜브라이트” and “Tubelight: O Valor da Fé”.
- Also known as
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- 튜브라이트
- Tubelight: O Valor da Fé
- 黎明前的拉达克
- Свет надежды
- Umut Işığı ./ Tubelight
- أنبوب مضيء
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Tubelight FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Tubelight, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Tubelight?
Tubelight runs 2 hours 16 minutes (136 minutes).
When was Tubelight released?
Tubelight was released on June 22, 2017.
Who directed Tubelight?
Tubelight was directed by Kabir Khan.
More films by Kabir Khan Who is in the cast of Tubelight?
Tubelight stars Salman Khan as 'Tubelight' Laxman Singh Bisht, Sohail Khan as Bharat Singh Bisht and Shah Rukh Khan as Goga Pasha, among 14 credited actors.
Where can I watch Tubelight?
In the US, Tubelight is streaming on Netflix (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Tubelight make at the box office?
Tubelight grossed $4.7 million worldwide ($930,058 domestic, $3.7 million international).
Does Tubelight have a post-credit scene?
No. Tubelight has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Tubelight in?
The original language of Tubelight is Hindi.
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