Hindi Medium (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Mita and Raj Batra, an affluent couple from Delhi’s Chandni Chowk, are grappling with getting their daughter admission into an English medium school. But there is one big problem. Their zubaan is Hindi, and the elitist snobs won’t let the Hindi speaking hoi-polloi fit in.
Rated NR • 2017 • 2h 12m
Primarily a social satire, "Hindi Medium" explores themes of class disparity, ethics, and parental anxiety through the story of Raj and Meeta Batra, who go to extreme, deceptive lengths to get their daughter into a prestigious school. The film is unrated in the US but carries a PG-equivalent rating in many other countries. Its content concerns are mild and mostly thematic; parents should be aware of a plot centered on lying and social… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Hindi Medium appropriate for kids?
Primarily a social satire, "Hindi Medium" explores themes of class disparity, ethics, and parental anxiety through the story of Raj and Meeta Batra, who go to extreme, deceptive lengths to get their daughter into a prestigious school. The film is unrated in the US but carries a… Read more — free account
Content severity in Hindi Medium
What happens in Hindi Medium, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:16 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:25 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Hindi Medium
There is a single, very mild moment of innuendo. While undressing for bed, a wife tells her husband that they need to get a new bed because the current one squeaks and doesn't let her 'get in the mood.'
Violence and gore in Hindi Medium
Violence is brief and not graphic. In one scene, a main character is struck by a car in a hit-and-run; he is seen injured but recovers. Immediately following this, his friend angrily confronts a bystander and briefly grabs him by the throat.
Language in Hindi Medium
Language is infrequent and mild. The IMDb parents guide notes isolated uses of words like 'bloody', 'bastard', and 'crap', used in moments of frustration.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hindi Medium
There is no on-screen substance use. The topic is mentioned verbally when a character, panicking about her daughter's future, worries that if she doesn't get into a good school she will 'start doing drugs.'
Mature themes in Hindi Medium
The film's primary focus is on mature themes. These include systemic classism, social inequality, the ethics of deception for personal gain, and parental anxiety. The central plot involves a wealthy family committing fraud by posing as poor, exploring the emotional toll of their lies and the guilt they feel upon taking a spot from a more deserving but impoverished family.
Scary moments in Hindi Medium
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Hindi Medium yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hindi Medium appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Hindi Medium is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. Primarily a social satire, "Hindi Medium" explores themes of class disparity, ethics, and parental anxiety through the story of Raj and Meeta Batra, who go to extreme, deceptive lengths to get their daughter into a…
What age rating does Hindi Medium have?
Hindi Medium is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Hindi Medium about?
Primarily a social satire, "Hindi Medium" explores themes of class disparity, ethics, and parental anxiety through the story of Raj and Meeta Batra, who go to extreme, deceptive lengths to get their daughter into a prestigious school. The film is unrated in the US but carries a PG-equivalent rating in many other…
Is there sex or nudity in Hindi Medium?
There is a single, very mild moment of innuendo. While undressing for bed, a wife tells her husband that they need to get a new bed because the current one squeaks and doesn't let her 'get in the mood.'
How violent is Hindi Medium?
Violence is brief and not graphic. In one scene, a main character is struck by a car in a hit-and-run; he is seen injured but recovers. Immediately following this, his friend angrily confronts a bystander and briefly grabs him by the throat.
Is the language in Hindi Medium appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. The IMDb parents guide notes isolated uses of words like 'bloody', 'bastard', and 'crap', used in moments of frustration.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hindi Medium?
There is no on-screen substance use. The topic is mentioned verbally when a character, panicking about her daughter's future, worries that if she doesn't get into a good school she will 'start doing drugs.'
What mature themes appear in Hindi Medium?
The film's primary focus is on mature themes. These include systemic classism, social inequality, the ethics of deception for personal gain, and parental anxiety. The central plot involves a wealthy family committing fraud by posing as poor, exploring the…
How long is Hindi Medium?
Hindi Medium runs 132 minutes, directed by Saket Chaudhary, released in 2017.
Where can I read the full Hindi Medium parent guide?
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