The Angrez

The Angrez

Year: 2006

Runtime: 110 mins

Language: Hindi

Comedy

A 2006 Indian comedy directed by Kuntaa Nikkil satirizes the clash between local Hyderabadi culture and the aspirations of English expatriates and NRIs. It broke new ground by humorously showcasing the Old City’s dialect and Hyderabadi slang through slapstick, while also poking fun at American materialism, the booming IT sector, and the lifestyle it inspired.

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1

Arrival in Hyderabad

Two NRIs, Pranay and Rochak, arrive from New Jersey to Hyderabad to take up jobs with a friend's company and settle in the old city. They immediately encounter Ismail bhai and his gang near Charminar, and the daily routine of the group begins with gossip and bravado. The newcomers start adapting to life in the Hyderabadi underworld backdrop.

Hyderabad, Old City (near Charminar)
2

First confrontation at the hotel

Ismail bhai's gang confronts Pranay and Rochak during a visit to the old city. A spat erupts at a hotel, turning tense as threats and bravado fill the air. The two NRIs are eventually guided to safety by a local guide as the gang closes in.

Hotel in Old City, Hyderabad
3

Ramesh plots the kidnapping

Back at home, Pranay's cousin Ramesh secretly colludes with Mama to kidnap Pranay for ransom. The plan is set in motion behind the scenes, signaling a dangerous escalation. The Hyderabadi underworld mood thickens as alliances shift.

Hyderabad
4

Mama targets the NRIs' residence

Mama and his gang infiltrate the NRIs' residence at night, aiming to kidnap Pranay for a hefty ransom. In parallel, Ismail bhai's gang heads toward the same residence to restore his pride and izzat. The two criminal factions hunt the same targets, setting the stage for a broader clash.

Night NRIs' residence, Hyderabad
5

Rochak kidnapped by mistake

In a misfire, Mama's gang abducts Rochak instead of Pranay, derailing their original plan. Ismail bhai's gang returns from their failed mission, fuming and more determined to extract revenge. Rochak's kidnapping shifts the balance of power and reveals the true mastermind.

Night NRIs' residence vicinity, Hyderabad
6

Ismail bhai fixes his izzat

Ismail bhai grows enraged, convinced that the spat was a matter of honour and cannot be ignored. He vows to restore his image and take back control of the situation. The gang aligns behind him as tensions heat up.

Old City, Hyderabad
7

Rochak warns Pranay

Rochak uncovers the mastermind behind the kidnapping and bribes a guard to send a warning to Pranay. He reveals the danger posed by Pranay's cousin and pushes for caution. This revelation reshapes the balance of power among the rivals.

Near the NRIs' residence, Hyderabad
8

Pranay and Rochak spark a gang clash

Pranay and Rochak leverage the rivalry between Ismail bhai's gang and Mama's gang to force them into combat. The two sides clash, giving Pranay and Rochak a chance to slip away and hide. The violence spirals as the plan unfolds.

Hyderabad city
9

Mama's gang is nabbed

The Hyderabad Police intervene and nab Mama and his gang, quelling the immediate threat. The arrest marks a turning point as the criminal balance of power shifts. Yet the tension with Ismail bhai's group remains unresolved.

Hyderabad Police Station
10

Ismail bhai's gang returns to Charminar

Ismail bhai and his surviving followers return to Charminar after a brutal confrontation with Mama's goons. They bear heavy injuries but resume their routine in the old city, keeping their bravado alive. Life in the Hyderabadi underworld continues, with the daily chatter, plans, and loyalties intact.

Charminar, Old City, Hyderabad
11

Life goes on in Hyderabadi style

With the immediate dust settled, Pranay and Rochak resume their work and social life among office colleagues. Ismail bhai's gang resumes their daily routine near Charminar, mixing gossip with loyalty and bravado. The cycle of power, threat, and casual violence becomes the backdrop of their everyday life.

Old City, Hyderabad

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