Kaminey
Tale of estranged twins in Mumbai underworld
About Kaminey
Released: 2009
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 2h 5m
Cast
Shahid Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Deb Mukherjee, Shivkumar Subramaniam, Amole Gupte, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Tenzing Nima, Hrishikesh Joshi, Rajatabha Dutta, Harish Khanna
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Kaminey is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. The movie revolves around twin brothers, Charlie and Guddu, who have distinct speech impediments. Guddu aspires to become an actor, while Charlie is a small-time crook involved in illegal activities. Their lives take a twisted turn when they accidentally cross paths with a notorious gangster and get caught up in a web of violence, deceit, and chaos.
Making / Production
The making of Kaminey involved meticulous planning and intense research. The director aimed to capture the raw essence of Mumbai and depict the underbelly of the city. The film was shot on location in various parts of Mumbai, showcasing its gritty streets and vibrant culture. The screenplay and dialogues were carefully crafted to reflect the distinct voices and dialects of the characters.
Actors
- Shahid Kapoor - Role: Charlie / Guddu
- Priyanka Chopra - Role: Sweety
- Amol Gupte - Role: Bhope Bhau
- Deb Mukherjee - Role: Lobo
- Shiv Subrahmanyam - Role: Mikhail
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Kaminey was the first Hindi film to incorporate the use of Beep Code, where cuss words were replaced with a beep sound.
- The film's title is a play on the word "kaminey," which means "rascals" or "scoundrels" in Hindi.
- Shahid Kapoor underwent intense training to master the distinct speech impediment of his character, Charlie.
- Priyanka Chopra's portrayal of Sweety received widespread acclaim for her bold and fearless performance.
Awards
Kaminey won several awards and nominations, including:
- Filmfare Award for Best Actor - Shahid Kapoor
- Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor - Amol Gupte
- Screen Award for Best Editing
Quotes
- "Dhande mein fayda hai, emotion bechoge toh kamayoge kya?" - Charlie
- "Mumbai ki raat, achhe logo ki zindagi khatam kar deti hai." - Lobo
- "Iss city mein apun kuch bhi kar sakta hai!" - Guddu
Music
The music of Kaminey was composed by Vishal Bhardwaj and became highly popular with the audience. The soundtrack featured a diverse range of songs, including romantic ballads and upbeat tracks, reflecting the contrasting personalities of the characters.
Soundtrack
- Dhan Te Nan
- Pehli Baar Mohabbat
- Fatak
- Raat Ke Dhai Baje
- Go Charlie Go
About Kaminey
Kaminey is an intense Indian drama featuring identical twin brothers navigating their chaotic lives amid love, rivalry, and crime.