Ghoomer is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language sports drama, directed by R. Directed by Balki and has a talented cast including Shabana Azmi, Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and Angad Bedi.
The film premiered at the 12th Indian Film Festival in Melbourne on 12 August 2023 and was released in cinemas across India on 18 August 2023. It has been praised for its compelling story and strong performances.
At the 69th Filmfare Awards Ghoomer received three nominations, including Best Actor (Critic) for Abhishek Bachchan and Best Supporting Actress for Shabana Azmi.
The movie not only explores sportsmanship but also delves into deeper themes, resonating with audiences for its emotional storytelling and impactful message.
Ghoomer Movie Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | R. Balki |
| Written by | R. Balki, Rahul Sengupta, Rishi Virmani |
| Produced by | Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, Abhishek Bachchan, Gauri Shinde, Ramesh Pulapaka, Anil Naidu |
| Starring | Shabana Azmi, Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher, Angad Bedi |
| Cinematography | Vishal Sinha |
| Edited by | Nipun Ashok Gupta |
| Music by | Amit Trivedi |
| Production companies | Hope Film Makers, Saraswati Entertainment, Amitabh Bachchan Corporation |
| Distributed by | Pen Marudhar Entertainment |
| Release dates | 12 August 2023 (Melbourne), 18 August 2023 |
| Running time | 134 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Box office | est. ₹7 crore |
Ghoomer Starring Cast & Crew
| Actor/Actress | Character |
|---|---|
| Saiyami Kher | Anina “Ani” Dixit |
| Abhishek Bachchan | Padam “Paddy” Singh Sodhi |
| Shabana Azmi | Anina’s grandmother |
| Angad Bedi | Jeet, Anina’s boyfriend |
| Shivendra Singh Dungarpur | Anina’s father |
| Ivanka Das | Rasika |
| Akshay Joshi | Anina’s brother Tishu |
| Piyush Raina | Anina’s brother Anuj |
| Pari Sharma | Young Anina |
| Bhagya Bhanushali | Young Jeet |
| Padmanabh Bind | Male selector Morey |
| Kiran Navgire | Coach |
| Bishan Singh Bedi | Himself (cameo appearance) |
| Mohit Kumar | Treasurer Bhavik |
| Amitabh Bachchan | Cricket commentator (special appearance) |
| Neroli Meadows | Cricket commentator (special appearance) |
| Subhalaxmi Sharma | Captain Dipti |
| Kavita Singh | Anjali |
| Aditi Aryan | Dilshaad |
| Bhakti Teli | Diya |
| Sayali Sathghare | Geetha |
| Vedika Dawane | Jayshri |
| Priya Kaushik | Manmeet |
| Niddhi Dawada | Meena |
| Sushmita Avhad | Nanda |
| Nirali Oza | Nasreen |
| Prakashika Naik | Preetha |
| Akshayaa Surve | Rodriquez |
| Saima Thakor | Simran |
| Abbas Momin | Bartender |
| Kajal Sisodia | Tanvi |
| Amber Botha | English player Amber |
| Nonkululeko Thabethe | English player Archer |
| Bernadette Greeff | English player Bernadette |
| Christine Tomlinson | English player Christine |
| Samantha Schutte | English player Evans |
| Lebogang Rachel | English player Grant |
| Kayla Abbott | English player Kayla |
| Nicole Slier | English player Nicole |
| Paulinah Mashishi | English player Pauline |
| Jenna Searle | English player Searle |
| Christen Van Wyk | English player Williams |
Ghoomer Box Office Collection Worldwide
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Friday] | ₹ 0.85 Cr |
| Day 2 [1st Saturday] | ₹ 1.1 Cr |
| Day 3 [1st Sunday] | ₹ 1.5 Cr |
| Day 4 [1st Monday] | ₹ 0.4 Cr |
| Day 5 [1st Tuesday] | ₹ 0.4 Cr |
| Day 6 [1st Wednesday] | ₹ 0.37 Cr |
| Day 7 [1st Thursday] | ₹ 0.35 Cr |
| Week 1 Collection | ₹ 4.97 Cr |
| Total | ₹ 4.97 Cr |
Overseas Box Office Collection:
- Opening Weekend: $0.15 million
- Total Overseas Gross: $0.15 million
Worldwide Gross Box Office Collection:
- India Box Office Net: ₹4.83 crore
- India Box Office Gross: ₹5.75 crore
- Overseas Gross: ₹1.25 crore
- Worldwide Gross: ₹7 crore
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Ghoomer Storyline and Review
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Ghoomer has good intentions. It is not a story of pity, but of wisdom and strength. The film is not trying to make you feel sorry for a woman who loses her right hand; instead, it is about her courage to fight back. However, despite its good intentions, the film does not delve deeply into the characters or the story.
The plot asks you to believe a lot, especially during the climax. The focus is entirely on Anina’s bowling skills, ignoring the importance of teamwork in the final scenes. It does not create the emotional impact it hopes for. Unlike ‘Chak De’, which emphasised on teamwork, Ghoomer falls short in this aspect.
The screenplay does not impress the audience. The film begins with the chanting of Ghoomer in the stadium, but before you can get into it, the story goes back to Anina’s past. The first 45 minutes are spent setting up Anina’s story, but Kher, despite her efforts, struggles to hold attention, especially in scenes that show vulnerability.
Saiyaami Kher deserves praise for getting the technical aspects of her character right. Her knowledge of cricket helps her portray the game accurately, and she portrays the physical challenges of a man who has lost one of his arms well.
Abhishek Bachchan shines as Paddy. His comic timing, body language and dialogue delivery perfectly depict a man who has something to prove. He gives his best in his role, well supported by the impressive Shabana Azmi as Anina’s grandmother. Azmi has a strong presence, though her character doesn’t have much to do in the second half.
Amitabh Bachchan’s cameo is a pleasant addition. The music complements the emotions well. The film has Balki’s usual mix of humor and emotional moments. But even with a strong supporting cast, a film can only do so much when the core elements like the writing, screenplay and acting aren’t strong.
Anina, played by Saiyami Kher, is a talented cricketer who loses her right arm a few days before her first match for India against England. Padam Singh Sodhi aka Paddy, played by Abhishek Bachchan, is a retired Test cricketer who never found his right place after suffering a rib injury in 1995. Together, they aim to set new records and prove themselves.
