Bombay
A Hindu man and a Muslim woman fall in love in a small village and move to Mumbai, where they have two children. However, growing religious tensions and erupting riots threaten to tear the family apart.
Directed by Mani Ratnam · Drama · Romance · 130 min · 1995
Director
Mani Ratnam
Writer
Mani Ratnam
Studio
Aalayam Productions
Release
10 Mar 1995
Runtime
130 min
Genres
Drama, Romance
Full Plot
Shekar a Hindu boy and Shaila a Muslim girl fall in love in their village.Their relationship is opposed by their families , they elope to Bombay and get married with the help of Shekar's friends.Shaila looks after the house while Shekar is a news reporter they soon have twin boys and after few their families decide to bury their past and reconcile.But the joy is short lived as Hindu and Muslim riots erupt in Bombay after demolition of Babri Masjid separating the family.
Cast & Characters
Shekhar Narayanan Pillai
Arvind Swamy
Basheer Ahmed
Kitty
the Sakthi Samaj Head
Tinnu Anand
a fanatical Muslim leader
Akash Khurana
Kabir Narayan
Master Harsha (Sumeet)
Kamal Basheer
Master Hriday
Police officer
A. R. Srinivasan
Servant
Crazy Venkatesh
Did You Know?
Mani Ratnam has directed 16 films in our catalog, including Kannathil Muthamittal, O Kadhal Kanmani.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Arvind Swamy appears in 13 films in our catalog, including Thani Oruvan, Kadal.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
The Hindi dubbed version of the film grossed ₹140 million (equivalent to ₹830 million or US$8.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Bombay holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (14,020 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (14,020 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bombay's IMDb rating?+
Bombay has a 8.1/10 rating on IMDb from 14,020 votes.
Is Bombay good? What are critics saying?+
Bombay holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (14,020 votes).
How long is Bombay?+
Bombay has a runtime of 130 min.
Who directed Bombay?+
Bombay was directed by Mani Ratnam.
Where can I watch Bombay?+
Bombay is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Bombay received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its socially conscious theme and strong performances, while others noted its limited appeal outside of India. The film's courage in tackling tough subjects was also commended by some reviewers. However, opinions on the film's overall quality were divided, with some considering it a standout despite its flaws.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
