Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro
Two photographers, who are employed by a magazine editor to expose the scandalous activities of the rich, come across corruption by a builder and accidentally photograph a murder.
Directed by Kundan Shah · Comedy · Crime · Drama · 132 min · 1983
Director
Kundan Shah
Writer
Ranjit Kapoor, Satish Kaushik
Studio
National Film Development Corporation of India
Release
12 Aug 1983
Runtime
132 min
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Drama
Full Plot
Two struggling photographers, Vinod and Sudhir, land a job with a publication that exposes the scandals of the rich and famous. Their assignment leads them to uncover a bribery scheme involving a builder and a municipal commissioner. As they dig deeper, they stumble upon a murder mystery and eventually solve it, exposing the truth behind the death of the commissioner. The photographers' determination pays off when they finally reveal the killer's identity.
Cast & Characters
Sudhir Mishra
Ravi Baswani
Shobha Sen, editor of the "Khabardar" magazine (voice dubbed by Anita Kanwar)
Bhakti Barve
Ahuja, a corrupt contractor
Om Puri
Tarneja, a corrupt contractor who murders D'Mello
Pankaj Kapur
D'Mello, Municipal Commissioner
Satish Shah
Kamdar, assistant editor of the "Khabardar" magazine
Rajesh Puri
Ashok Namboodirippad, Tarneja's assistant
Satish Kaushik
Priya, Tarneja's secretary
Neena Gupta
Srivastav, Assistant Municipal Commissioner
Deepak Qazir
Zafar Sanjari
Did You Know?
Naseeruddin Shah appears in 5 films in our catalog, including Iqbal, OM : Chapter 1.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
In 2010, Dhiraj Nayyar in his op-ed for The Indian Express wrote, "In 1983, the average cinema-goer would perhaps have empathised closely with the two heroes and their tangle with the establishment.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro holds 8.3/10 on IMDb (15,120 votes).
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Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
India
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro's IMDb rating?+
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro has a 8.3/10 rating on IMDb from 15,120 votes.
Is Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro good? What are critics saying?+
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro holds 8.3/10 on IMDb (15,120 votes).
How long is Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro?+
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro has a runtime of 132 min.
Who directed Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro?+
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro was directed by Kundan Shah.
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Fan & Critic Buzz
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its humor and relevance in contemporary times. The film's portrayal of corruption and intolerance was also singled out for praise. However, opinions on the film's overall impact were divided, with some viewing it as a commentary that still resonates today.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
