Hera Pheri (2000) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Two tenants and a landlord, in desperate need of money, chance upon a ransom call via a cross connection. They hatch a plan to claim the ransom for themselves.
Rated NR • 2000 • 2h 36m
Hera Pheri is a classic Bollywood slapstick comedy about three financially desperate men—Raju, Shyam, and Baburao—who try to get rich by intercepting a ransom call for a kidnapped girl. The film's unrated status is equivalent to a PG rating, with its content driven by comedic, non-graphic violence and mature themes. Parents should be aware of a central plot involving kidnapping, deception, and consistent arguments between the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Hera Pheri appropriate for kids?
Hera Pheri is a classic Bollywood slapstick comedy about three financially desperate men—Raju, Shyam, and Baburao—who try to get rich by intercepting a ransom call for a kidnapped girl. The film's unrated status is equivalent to a PG rating, with its content driven by comedic… Read more — free account
Content severity in Hera Pheri
What happens in Hera Pheri, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:33 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Hera Pheri
None. This film contains no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in Hera Pheri
Violence is frequent but entirely comedic and slapstick in nature. Characters constantly bicker, slap, and push each other, but no one is ever seriously injured. A kidnapping is central to the plot, but the child is never shown in significant distress. The climax involves a chaotic, multi-party brawl with lots of running, chasing, and inept fighting, all played for laughs. There are brief moments of peril, such as characters being threatened by gangsters, but these scenes are quickly resolved with comedy.
Language in Hera Pheri
Language is very mild. There are some light insults and exclamations in Hindi used during the characters' frequent arguments, but there is no strong profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hera Pheri
Substance use is mild and infrequent. In one notable scene, a main character gets drunk and has an emotional confrontation with his friend. There is some other incidental social drinking, but no depiction of drug use or heavy intoxication.
Mature themes in Hera Pheri
The film's primary themes are moderate, revolving around financial desperation, poverty, and the moral compromises people make. The main characters hatch a morally questionable plan to pose as kidnappers to extort money, which forms the central conflict. Themes of deception are also present, as one character lies to his mother about his success, and another is tricked into signing away a job. A character also briefly threatens suicide over a debt, which is presented seriously in the moment.
Scary moments in Hera Pheri
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hera Pheri appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Hera Pheri is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. Hera Pheri is a classic Bollywood slapstick comedy about three financially desperate men—Raju, Shyam, and Baburao—who try to get rich by intercepting a ransom call for a kidnapped girl. The film's unrated status is…
What age rating does Hera Pheri have?
Hera Pheri is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Hera Pheri about?
Hera Pheri is a classic Bollywood slapstick comedy about three financially desperate men—Raju, Shyam, and Baburao—who try to get rich by intercepting a ransom call for a kidnapped girl. The film's unrated status is equivalent to a PG rating, with its content driven by comedic, non-graphic violence and mature themes…
Is there sex or nudity in Hera Pheri?
None. This film contains no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is Hera Pheri?
Violence is frequent but entirely comedic and slapstick in nature. Characters constantly bicker, slap, and push each other, but no one is ever seriously injured. A kidnapping is central to the plot, but the child is never shown in significant distress. The…
Is the language in Hera Pheri appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. There are some light insults and exclamations in Hindi used during the characters' frequent arguments, but there is no strong profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hera Pheri?
Substance use is mild and infrequent. In one notable scene, a main character gets drunk and has an emotional confrontation with his friend. There is some other incidental social drinking, but no depiction of drug use or heavy intoxication.
What mature themes appear in Hera Pheri?
The film's primary themes are moderate, revolving around financial desperation, poverty, and the moral compromises people make. The main characters hatch a morally questionable plan to pose as kidnappers to extort money, which forms the central conflict…
How long is Hera Pheri?
Hera Pheri runs 156 minutes, directed by Priyadarshan, released in 2000.
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