Movie Overview
| Title | Blackmail |
|---|---|
| Release Date | 2018 |
| Runtime | 2h 18m |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Comedy, Thriller |
| Director | Abhinay Deo |
| Produced by | T-Series Films, RDP Motion Pictures |
Movie Cast
| Actor | Actress | Character |
|---|---|
| Irrfan Khan | Dev Kaushal |
| Kirti Kulhari | Reena Kaushal |
| Arunoday Singh | Ranjit Arora |
| Divya Dutta | Dolly Verma |
| Pradhuman Singh Mall | Anand Tripathi |
| Omi Vaidya | Boss D. K. |
| Anuja Sathe | Prabha Ghatpande |
| Gajraj Rao | Mr. Chawla |
| Vibha Chibber | Mrs. Chawla |
| Navratan Singh Rathore | Mr. Verma |
| Neelima Azeem | Mrs. Verma |
| Atul Kale | BST Shankar |
Storyline
When Dev finds about his wife\’s affair, he starts blackmailing her and her lover but the blackmail game backfires on him.
Movie Summary & Timeline
Blackmail (2018) is a dark comedy thriller that follows Dev Kaushal, an ordinary working man, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers that his wife Reena is having an affair with her former boyfriend, Ranjit Arora. Fueled by anger and the desire for revenge, Dev devises a blackmail plan targeting Ranjit, leading to a chain of comedic, suspenseful, and thrilling events. The film blends humor, romance, and suspense, keeping audiences engaged throughout its narrative.
| # | Scene | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dev Discovers Affair | (16:15) Dev uncovers that his wife Reena is secretly meeting her former boyfriend Ranjit Arora, triggering the main conflict. |
| 2 | Confrontation & Blackmail Planning | (33:46) Dev confronts Reena in a tense bedroom discussion and begins strategizing his blackmail scheme, setting the stage for the film’s darkly comedic twists. |
IMDB Rating – 7.2/10
Where To Watch
Where To Watch
| Platform | Availability |
|---|---|
| Amazon Prime Video | Available to watch (Subscription Required) |
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Box Office Summary
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (1st Friday) | ₹ 2.80 Cr |
| India Net Collection | ₹ 20.40 Cr |
| Overseas Collection | ₹ 3.00 Cr |
| India Gross Collection | ₹ 27.00 Cr |
| Worldwide Collection | ₹ 30.00 Cr |
| Budget | ₹ 20.00 Cr |
| Movie Verdict | Hit |
Disclaimer: The box office figures presented above are compiled from various sources and independent research. These figures are approximate and provided for informational purposes only. DesiFilmi does not claim the absolute accuracy of the data but considers it adequately indicative of the film’s box office performance.
Facts & Trivia
Blackmail (2018) is a dark comedy thriller starring Irrfan Khan. Here are some interesting facts and trivia about the film:
- Name Change: The film was originally titled Raita before being changed back to Blackmail.
- Health Scare: Irrfan Khan was diagnosed with a rare tumor during the production, which led him to miss the premiere while seeking treatment in the US.
- Tribute: Characters Dev (Irrfan Khan) and Anand (Pradhuman Singh) were named as a tribute to the legendary actor Dev Anand.
- Quick Script Approval: Irrfan Khan read the script in just two hours and immediately gave his nod for the film.