Cast
View AllMalak Shah
as Maruti (Voice)
Suraj
as Minkoo (Voice)
Akshatha
as Munni (Voice)
Archie Maitra
as Tunnu (Voice)
Aditya Rao
as Dadoo (Voice)
Ayesha Raza Mishra
as Maruti's Mother (Voice)
Pratibha Sharma
as Minkoo's Mother (Voice)
Rajeev Raj
as Narad (Voice)
Rajendra Gupta
as Sage Sukracharya (Voice)
Girish Sahdev
as Professor Antariksh (Voice)
Kenny Desai
as Professor Jwalamukhi (Voice)
Narendra Jha
as Rahu, Ketu (Voice)
Parminder Ghumman
as One-Eyed Man (Voice)
Sudesh Bhosle
as Owner (Voice)
Gurpal Singh
as Principal Bhullar (Voice)
Crew
Director
- Anurag Kashyap
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Animation/Family/Action/Adventure film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Return Of Hanuman distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Anurag Kashyap brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2007, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Return Of Hanuman took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 120 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 169 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 313 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Return Of Hanuman shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Sawan Ko Aane Do, which focuses more on action than character development, Return Of Hanuman subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Looop Lapeta and Rupaye Dus Karod explore similar territory, Return Of Hanuman stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: December 28, 2007
- Runtime: 2h
- Revenue: $740,000
