What is Mission Majnu about?

Mission Majnu is a Bollywood spy thriller film based on true events, set in the 1970s. It follows the story of a RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) agent who embarks on a covert mission in Pakistan to gather crucial information.

Where was Mission Majnu filmed?

The film was primarily shot in various locations in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and other parts of India.

Who are the lead actors in Mission Majnu?

The lead actors in Mission Majnu are Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna.

Who is producing Mission Majnu?

Mission Majnu is being produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Amar Butala, and Garima Mehta under the banners of RSVP Movies and Guilty By Association.

Is Mission Majnu based on a true story?

Yes, Mission Majnu is inspired by true events and showcases a significant mission undertaken by the Indian intelligence agencies.

Are there any other notable actors in Mission Majnu?

Yes, the film also features actors such as Sharib Hashmi, Kumud Mishra, and others in supporting roles.

Who is directing Mission Majnu?

Mission Majnu is directed by Shantanu Bagchi.

Is Mission Majnu a multi-language film?

No, Mission Majnu is primarily a Hindi-language film.

What is the release date for Mission Majnu?

Mission Majnu was released on 20th January 2023.

What is the runtime of Mission Majnu?

The exact runtime of the film is 129 minutes.

What is the genre of Mission Majnu?

Mission Majnu falls under the genre of a spy thriller.

Does Mission Majnu have any songs?

Yes, Mission Majnu has various songs sung by Sonu Nigam, Jubin Nautiyal and others.

Where is Mission Majnu available for viewing?

Mission Majnu can be viewed on Netflix.

Are there any plans for a sequel to Mission Majnu?

As of now, there is no official information regarding a sequel to Mission Majnu.

Mission Majnu (2023) - Plot, Cast, OTT, Review and More.

Details
Plot
Release
Review
Critic Review
Ratings
Cast
Crew
Character Analysis
Songs
Behind The Scenes
Awards
Interesting Facts
How to Book Personalised Video Messages From Celebrities of Mission Majnu?

Details

Name	Mission Majnu
Directed by	Shantanu Bagchi
Story by	Parveez Shaikh, Aseem Arrora
Produced by	Ronnie Screwvala, Amar Butala, Garima Mehta
Starring	Sidharth Malhotra, Rashmika Mandanna, Parmeet Sethi, Sharib Hashmi, Kumud Mishra, Rajit Kapur
Cinematography	Bijitesh De
Edited by	Nitin Baid, Siddharth S. Pande
Music by	Ketan Sodha, Tanishk Bagchi, Rochak Kohli, Raghav Sachar, Arko
Production company	RSVP Movies, Guilty By Association Media LLP
Distributed by	Netflix
Release date	20 January 2023
Country	India
Language	Hindi
Budget	Approximately Rs. 50 crores

Plot

Mission Majnu chronicles the life of Amandeep Aman Singh, a RAW field operative deployed in Pakistan under a pseudonym, who marries a blind girl named Nasreen. Post India's first nuclear test in 1974, in response, Pakistan hastens to develop its own nuclear arsenal.

In light of this, tasked by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and RAW Chief R.N. Kao, Aman embarks on Mission Majnu to locate the concealed nuclear facility in Pakistan. Despite the challenges brought about by the subsequent peaceful approach of the new Indian government, Aman managed to locate the nuclear facility.

Alert to an imminent erroneous attack by Israel on a different military facility, Aman gathers radiation evidence from Kahuta, leading to the averting of the attack. Still, this exposes him and his colleagues to the ISI, leading to their tragic end.

Aman, in a heroic act, ensures a pregnant Nasreen's escape to Dubai, sacrificing himself in the process. In Dubai, Nasreen discovers a letter from Aman revealing his real identity.

Release

Mission Majnu was scheduled to be released on 13th May 2022 but was later cancelled and 10 June 2022 which was canceled too. After not being able to release the film into theatres, the movie was released on 20 January 2023 on Netflix.

Review

Mission Majnu, directed by Shantanu Bagchi, is a compelling film that thrives on the edge of a gripping narrative, robust performances, and proficient direction. Set in the aftermath of the Indo-Pak 1971 war, the story is carefully carved around the building animosity between India and Pakistan. With powerful performances and a high-adrenaline storyline filled with spy-thriller elements, Mission Majnu delivers an enjoyable cinematic experience.

Sidharth Malhotra delivers a laudable performance as Amandeep Singh/Tariq, portraying an array of emotions from intense to comedic with varying levels of success. His character's wit, ingenuity, and patriotism, despite being constantly mistreated, adds a layer of complexity to the plot. Rashmika Mandanna's portrayal of Nasreen is satisfactory. Meanwhile, the supporting actors, especially Kumud Mishra and Sharib Hashmi, deliver impressive performances that sure to leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Under Bagchi's agile direction, the film maintains a fast pace throughout, which sustains the suspense and tension inherent in the genre. Yet, there are certain script elements that may seem too convenient, undermining the otherwise meticulously crafted narrative. The film is marked by how effortlessly it seems to uncover the clues, which can sometimes clinch the realism of the spy thriller it aims to be.

While the film boasts some impressive scenes, it’s essential not to overlook its technical aspects. The production design does a commendable job of recreating the milieu of 1970s Pakistan, adding a layer of authenticity to the storytelling. However, despite the deft editing, certain action sequences seem a bit stretched and formulaic.

Despite minor setbacks, Mission Majnu should appeal to those who enjoy spy thrillers mixed with high-octane action sequences. The film is grounded in reality, avoiding overt patriotism and staying true to its core premise. It might lose its grip at specific points in the narrative, but overall, it delivers an entertaining and engaging experience. It is a film which needs to be viewed and appreciated without delving too much into its plot intricacies and narrative conveniences.

Critic Review

Name	Rating	Description
Tushar Joshi (India Today)	3/5	Appreciates Sidharth's performance; Rashmika has limited scope; recommend for viewing Sidharth and Rashmika in different roles.
Dishya Sharma (News 18)	3/5	Lacks the thrills of a spy film; offers new avatars for Sidharth and Rashmika.
Anuj Kumar (The Hindu)	N/A	Interesting twists but too cloying for a thriller; not overly jingoistic; distinguishes approaches towards Pakistan in the 1970s.
Bollywood Hungama	3.5/5	Gripping saga with a tight script, intelligent scenes, and taut execution; memorable performances from the cast.
Dhaval Roy (The Times of India)	3/5	Gripping in parts but too convenient; great action sequences, but few stretches make the film formulaic.
Shilajit Mitra (The New Indian Express)	2/5	Not as jingoistic as Bhuj: The Pride of India; doesn't comment on the moral implications of nuclear proliferation.
Saibal Chatterjee (NDTV)	2/5	Lacks consistent thrills and suspense; parts of the film, especially in the second hour, spring to life.

Ratings

Platform	Rating
Tring Rating	3.8/5
IMDB	7.1/10
Google Audience rating summary	4.5/5
Rotten Tomatoes	25%

Cast

Actor Name	Character Name	About
Sidharth Malhotra	Amandeep Ajitpal Singh IPS (Aman) / Tariq Hussain, a RAW agent	Sidharth Malhotra is a prominent actor in Bollywood, who made his acting debut in 2012 with the film Student of the Year. He is especially known for his performances in movies like Hasee Toh Phasee, Brothers, and Kapoor & Sons.
Rashmika Mandanna	Nasreen Hussain/Nasreen Singh, Tariq’s wife/Aman, who is blind and pregnant	Rashmika Mandanna, an Indian film actress, began her career in Kannada films, making her debut in 2016 with Kirik Party. She is best known for her roles in Telugu hits such as Geetha Govindam, Pushpa and Dear Comrade.
Sharib Hashmi	Aslam Usmaniya, a RAW field agent	Sharib Hashmi, a noted Indian actor, started his journey with the short film Slumdog Millionaire in 2008. He gained fame with his role in the National Award-winning film Filmistaan.
Rajit Kapur	Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Prime Minister of Pakistan	Rajit Kapur is a renowned Indian theater and film actor made his acting debut in the 1992 film Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda and is best known for playing Byomkesh Bakshi in the Doordarshan TV adaptation of the detective series.
Mir Sarwar	Abdul Qadeer Khan, a Nuclear Scientist from Pakistan	Mir Sarwar began his acting career in Irrfan Khan starrer 'The Bypass' in 2003. He is known for his performances in Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Kesari, and Phantom.
Parmeet Sethi	R.N. Kao	Parmeet Sethi is an Indian film actor and director who debuted in the film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge in 1995. He is best known for his roles in Dil Dhadakne Do and his directorial project Badmaash Company.
Zakir Hussain	Sharma, RAW spy handler	Zakir Hussain, an Indian film actor, debuted in Bollywood with the film Maqbool in 2003. He is widely appreciated for his roles in Sarkar, Johnny Gaddaar, and Shabri.
Avantika Akerkar	Indira Gandhi, Prime Minister of India	Avantika Akerkar, a known Indian theater and film actor, made her debut with The Perfect Husband in 2003 and is recognized for her roles in Black Friday, The Accidental Prime Minister, and The Disciple.
Kumud Mishra	Raman Singh / Maulvi Saab, Senior field agent	Kumud Mishra is a prominent Indian film and theater actor. He made his film debut in 1995 with Sardari Begum. He is widely appreciated for his performances in Rockstar, Airlift, and Mulk.
Avijit Dutt	Morarji Desai, Prime Minister of India	Avijit Dutt, an Indian actor, debuted with Gandhi, My Father in 2007. He is known for his roles in successful films such as Jolly LLB 2, No One Killed Jessica, and Madras Café.
Ashwath Bhatt	General Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq	Ashwath Bhatt, an Indian actor known for his work in theater, film, and television, made his film debut in the 2010 movie Raavan. He is recognized for his roles in Haider, Raazi, and Kesari.

Crew

Role	Individual(s)
Directed by	Shantanu Bagchi
Producer	Ronnie Screwvala, Amar Butala, Garima Mehta
Writing Credits	Parveez Sheikh, Aseem Arrora, Sumit Batheja
Music by	Tanishk Bagchi, Rochak Kohli, Arko Pravo Mukherjee, Ketan Sodha
Cinematography by	Bijitesh De
Editing by	Nitin Baid, Siddharth Pande
Casting By	Mukesh Chhabra
Production Design by	Rita Ghosh
Costume Design by	Divvya Gambhir, Nidhi Gambhir
Makeup Department	Rauni, Vidya Shankar Singh, Shravan Vishwakarma
Production Management	Zubair Ahmed, Suraj Gupta, Deeya Patel, Malhaar Patel, Sujit Wagh, Rupesh Wani

Character Analysis

Sidharth Malhotra as Aman

A movie that is attempting to be realistic has a problem since Siddharth is a little bit too attractive to play the role of a spy in the movie. In contrast to the characters of Sharib Hashmi and Kumud Mishra, who both play espionage, he maintains a higher volume level than the circumstances need.

The apparent ease with which Tariq navigates the military zones does not hold water, and his love story is more concerned with showmanship than it is with genuine emotion. The romance subplots are uninteresting, and the comradery amongst the agents isn't elevated above the formulaic banter that they exchange.

Siddharth, on the other hand, gives an outstanding performance throughout the action sequences. Although the focus of Mission Majnu is on Amandeep's wit, inventiveness, and patriotism in spite of being mistreated, the film also features a significant amount of action, which Sidharth handles very capably.

Rashmika Mandanna as Nasreen Hussain

Rashmika Mandanna is the actress who portrays the role of Nasreen Hussain, a blind girl from Pakistan. She had a sweet and naive nature, and she trusted others easily due to her good nature. She played the part of Sidharth Malhotra's wife, who was an Indian spy stationed in Pakistan. She became pregnant with his child, and although she knew the fact that he was an Indian spy, she chose to remain loyal to him by not marrying again in future.

Songs

No.	Title	Singers
1	Rabba Janda	Jubin Nautiyal
2	Maati Ko Maa Kehte Hain	Sonu Nigam, Rochak Kohli
3	Channa Ve Assi Marjawange	Raj Barman
4	Rabba Janda (Reprise)	Altamash Faridi
5	Tum Ho	Papon
6	Channa Ve Assi Marjawange (Reprise)	Jyotica Tangri
7	Rabba Janda (Female Version)	Zyra Nargolwala
8	Maati Ko Maa Kehte Hain (Extended Version)	Sonu Nigam
9	Rabba Janda (Acoustic)	Jubin Nautiyal

Behind The Scenes

Check out the making of Mission Majnu. In the video Siddharth who portrays the character of Aman mentions the making of the movie especially the action scene shot in the movie where he mentions the train action scene was his favourite.

Awards

Year	Award	Category	Recipient	Result
2023	HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards, India	Popular Choice Award	Sidharth Malhotra	Won
2023	IWM Digital Awards	Most Popular Supporting Actor/Actress in a Digital Film	Sharib hashmi	nominated
2023	IWM Digital Awards	Most Popular Actor in a Digital Film	Sidharth Malhotra	nominated
2023	IWM Digital Awards	Most Popular Actress in a Digital Film	Rashmika Mandann	nominated

Interesting Facts

The film chose an OTT release instead of going for a theatrical release.
Mission Majnu was intended to be actress Rashmika Mandanna's debut in Hindi films. However, due to multiple delays, her Bollywood debut shifted to Goodbye (2022).

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