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Yaara (2020): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Yaara is a 2020 action drama directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, starring Vidyut Jammwal as Phagun, Vijay Varma and Amit Sadh. It runs 2 hours 11 minutes. Its Echo Score is 57/100.

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Yaara (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 11m (131 min)
Director
Tigmanshu Dhulia
Genres
Action , Drama , Crime
Original language
Hindi
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Yaara About?

The premise of Yaara without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

The film follows the notorious ‘Chaukdi Gang’ and the complex relationship between two men, portrayed by Vidyut Jammwal and Amit Sadh, who helped establish the group. Along with Vijay Varma, the gang members are eventually arrested and serve time in prison. Upon their release, the men who once dominated drug smuggling, gun-running, and looting grapple with their pasts, each struggling to forge a new life and escape the shadows of their criminal history.

Yaara Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • police
  • gangster
  • arrest
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Cast & crew

Yaara Cast & Characters

Vidyut Jammwal leads the cast as Phagun, with Vijay Varma as Rizwan and Amit Sadh as Mitwa. Directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia; 7 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Yaara

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From the director

More from Tigmanshu Dhulia

More films directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia: Ghamasaan, Milan Talkies, Baarish Aur Chowmein and Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3.

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Ratings

Yaara Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 57/100, strongest in sensory experience (70) and weakest in art & craft (45).

57 /100

Yaara Echo Score Breakdown

Yaara generates a polarized response. Critics uniformly condemn its dated visual style, uneven pacing, and flimsy narrative, while audience reactions range from strong appreciation of the ensemble performances and vibrant cinematography to disappointment with direction and story coherence. The film’s musical score and occasional visual flair earn praise, yet inconsistent editing and a crowded plot limit its lasting appeal.

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

  • Art & Craft 45

    In terms of art and craft, critics highlight a dated look, weak direction and problematic editing, describing the film as unfinished. Several viewers, however, commend Rishi Punjabi's cinematography as first‑rate and note a consistently brilliant visual palette. The mixed commentary results in a modest score reflecting overall uneven execution.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    When evaluating character and emotion, audience feedback emphasizes strong, nuanced performances from Vidyut Jammwal, Amit Sadh and the supporting cast, with many calling the acting top‑notch. Critics, in contrast, remark on aimless portrayals and lack of depth. The predominance of positive viewer sentiment lifts the score into the upper mid‑range.

  • Story & Flow 50

    Story and flow receive mixed assessments. Critics argue the screenplay is overstuffed, uneven and lacking sense, while some users find the narrative engaging, citing moments of suspense and a compelling friendship theme. Comments about talk‑heavy dialogue and an underwhelming climax temper the praise, placing the score in the middle range.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    Sensory experience is one of the film’s stronger aspects. Viewers highlight an exceptional background score by Clinton Cerejo, first‑rate music by Shaan and Ankit Tiwari, and a visually striking look that consistently seduces the audience. Although critics do not address sound design directly, the positive audience consensus supports a higher score.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch factor reflects a divided audience. Some users label Yaara a must‑watch, praising its entertainment value and recommending repeat viewings, while others dismiss it as garbage or merely watchable for a single performance. The moderate endorsement from a portion of the audience yields a balanced, middle‑range score.

Plot

Yaara Plot Summary

What happens in Yaara from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

1950s in Jaisalmer, Phagun Vidyut Jammwal and Mitwa Amit Sadh are raised together by a man named Chand. When a gun made by Chand is used to kill a criminal’s brother, Chand shoots himself to save them, and they set fire to the house and escape, stepping into a life of danger and bonds that will shape everything to come.

At the India–Nepal border, Chaman Sanjay Mishra recruits them as members of the Chaukdi Gang along with Rizwan Vijay Varma and Bahadur Kenny Basumatary. They grow up as bold smugglers moving goods between India and Nepal, forming a tight circle of friends in a treacherous, unsteady alliance.

Full summary

The whole story of Yaara, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Yaara?

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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Yaara Also Known As

Also known as “Barátom”.

Also known as
  • Barátom

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FAQ

Yaara FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Yaara?

Yaara runs 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).

When was Yaara released?

Yaara was released on July 30, 2020.

Who directed Yaara?

Yaara was directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia.

More films by Tigmanshu Dhulia

Who is in the cast of Yaara?

Yaara stars Vidyut Jammwal as Phagun, Vijay Varma as Rizwan and Amit Sadh as Mitwa, among 7 credited actors.

Does Yaara have a post-credit scene?

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

What language is Yaara in?

The original language of Yaara is Hindi.

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