The Sabarmati Report is a film based on a true and sensitive subject, which exposes the truth of the 2002 Godhra incident. With brilliant performances by Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna and Riddhi Dogra, the film immerses the audience in deep thoughts. You can stream this film on ZEE5 from 10 January 2025.
Story
The story of the film revolves around Samar Kumar (Vikrant Massey), who is an entertainment Hindi journalist in a big news channel.
Despite being looked down upon by English journalists, Samar reaches Gujarat to report on the Godhra incident. There he finds some evidence that can reveal the truth of this incident. However, the channel’s main anchor Manika Rajpurohit (Ridhi Dogra) along with her superiors submits a false report. Samar opposes this, but is accused of theft and fired from the job.
Five years later, after the Nanavati Commission report, the channel’s new reporter Amrita (Rashi Khanna) is sent to Godhra. There she finds Samar’s old footage, which tells the truth of the incident. Amrita decides to find Samar and get to the bottom of the Godhra incident. Will she be able to expose the truth? Will Samar support her? The answers to these questions are found in the film.
OTT Release and Platform
The Sabarmati Report was released in theaters on 15 November 2024. Now the film will be available for streaming on ZEE5 from 10 January 2025.
The film is based on the 2002 Godhra train accident, starring Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna and Riddhi Dogra in the lead roles.
Main cast
- Vikrant Massey – Samar Kumar (Main character, journalist)
- Rashi Khanna – Amrita Gill (Reporter)
- Ridhi Dogra – Manika Rajpurohit (Channel’s lead anchor)
- Barkha Singh – Shloka (cameo appearance)
- Sundeep Ved – Senior Minister
- Digvijay Purohit – Rajiv (EBT Head)
- Hela Stichlmeier – Senior Leader
Budgets
The total budget of The Sabarmati Report was around ₹50 crores, including print and advertising expenses.
Info
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| IMDB Rating | ⭐ 6.6/10 |
| Moviekidz | ⭐ 4/5 |
| Critics Rating | 📝 3.5/5 |
| Release Date | 📅 15 November 2024 |
| Genre | 🎭 Political Drama |
| Original Language | 🗣️ Hindi |
| OTT Release Date | 🛋️ 10 January 2025 |
| OTT Platform | 📺 ZEE5 |
| Director | 🎬 Dheeraj Sarna (Replaced Ranjan Chandel) |
| Producers | 💼Ekta Kapoor, Shobha Kapoor |
Box Office Collection
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Friday] | ₹ 1.25 Cr |
| Day 2 [1st Saturday] | ₹ 2.1 Cr |
| Day 3 [1st Sunday] | ₹ 3 Cr |
| Day 4 [1st Monday] | ₹ 1.15 Cr |
| Day 5 [1st Tuesday] | ₹ 1.3 Cr |
| Day 6 [1st Wednesday] | ₹ 1.55 Cr |
| Day 7 [1st Thursday] | ₹ 1.15 Cr |
| Week 1 Total | ₹ 11.5 Cr |
| India Net Total | ₹ 35.03 Cr |
| India Gross Total | ₹ 41.33 Cr |
Why worth watching?
- Based on true events – The film is based on the 2002 Godhra incident, which is one of the most discussed and sensitive issues in India.
- Great acting – Vikrant Massey, Raashi Khanna and Riddhi Dogra have given strong performances.
- Thrilling story – It shows the struggle between politics, media and the search for truth.
- Social message – The film raises questions on the role of society and media, which forces one to think.
Why can you skip it?
- Slow pace – Some viewers may find the flow of its story a bit slow.
- Documentary-like feel – If you like action and masala, then this film is not for you.
Final Verdict
If you like serious and thought provoking films based on true events, then watch this film. If you are, then you must watch this movie.
But if you are looking for a light-hearted or entertaining movie, then you can skip this one.
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