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Barfi! 2012

Status
Released
Runtime
151 minutes
Director
Anurag Basu
Networks
Ishana Movies, UTV Motion Pictures
★ TMDB users: 7.6/10 DramaRomanceComedy Released
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What is Barfi!?

Barfi! is a film first released in 2012.

Type
Film
Year
2012
Status
Released
Runtime
151 minutes
Release date
Sep 13, 2012
Studios
Ishana Movies, UTV Motion Pictures
Genres
Drama, Romance, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.6/10
Episode runtime
~151 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Ishana Movies, UTV Motion Pictures

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Overview

Barfi! is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Ishana Movies, UTV Motion Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A charming deaf‑mute man navigates love and friendship in 1970s Darjeeling.”

Reasons to watch
  • delightful performances
  • visually expressive storytelling
  • blend of drama romance and comedy
Keep in mind
  • pacing can feel leisurely
  • silent‑era homage may not appeal to all viewers

Watch it if you enjoy character‑driven stories that blend humor with heartfelt emotion.

The film is a gentle, family‑friendly romance with occasional melancholy moments.

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What genre is Barfi! classified as?

Barfi! is classified as drama, romance, and comedy.

Who are the main characters in the film?

The story follows Barfi, a deaf‑mute young man, and the two women Shruti and Jhilmil.

When and where does the story take place?

It is set in the 1970s in Darjeeling, with additional scenes in Kolkata and Jalandhar.

Does Barfi! reference silent‑era cinema?

Yes, some scenes are inspired by Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton films of the silent era.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately two hours and thirty‑one minutes.

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