Rowdy Rathore (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A small-time thug comes across a young girl who claims him to be her father, following which he realizes he has a lookalike who's being hunted by goons.
Rated PG-13 • 2012 • 2h 23m
This Indian action-comedy is a remake centered on a petty thief, Shiva, who discovers he has a heroic police officer double, Vikram Rathore. The film earns its mature rating primarily for its frequent, strong, and often bloody stylized violence, which includes brutal fistfights, stabbings, and shootings. While there is a comedic tone, the action is intense and includes themes of revenge, the death of a parent, and a child in peril… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Rowdy Rathore appropriate for kids?
This Indian action-comedy is a remake centered on a petty thief, Shiva, who discovers he has a heroic police officer double, Vikram Rathore. The film earns its mature rating primarily for its frequent, strong, and often bloody stylized violence, which includes brutal fistfights… Read more — free account
Content severity in Rowdy Rathore
What happens in Rowdy Rathore, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:16 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:26 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in Rowdy Rathore
Content is mild and mostly contained within musical numbers. Some female costumes are revealing, with a focus on midriffs and navels, and dance choreography is mildly suggestive. There is no nudity or sexual activity depicted.
Violence and gore in Rowdy Rathore
Violence is frequent, strong, and often bloody, though highly stylized. The film includes brutal hand-to-hand combat, shootings with blood spurts, and stabbings with visible wounds. Several characters are killed on-screen, sometimes in a cruel manner. A man is shot, stabbed, and left for dead. Another villain is impaled. The climactic fights are particularly intense and prolonged.
Language in Rowdy Rathore
Language is mild to moderate. The English term 'bloody' is used, along with some Hindi insults, including the equivalent of 'bastard'. Profanity is not frequent.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Rowdy Rathore
Substance use is light and incidental. There are a few scenes where characters drink alcohol socially at parties or gatherings. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in Rowdy Rathore
Thematic content is moderate to strong. The central themes are revenge and vigilantism, with a hero taking the law into his own hands to punish corrupt villains. The film also deals with the death of a parent, as a young child, Chinki, sees her father mortally wounded and is effectively orphaned. A main character grapples with giving up his criminal life for love.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rowdy Rathore appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Rowdy Rathore is best for ages 15+. It's rated PG-13. This Indian action-comedy is a remake centered on a petty thief, Shiva, who discovers he has a heroic police officer double, Vikram Rathore. The film earns its mature rating primarily for its frequent, strong, and often…
What age rating does Rowdy Rathore have?
Rowdy Rathore is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Rowdy Rathore about?
This Indian action-comedy is a remake centered on a petty thief, Shiva, who discovers he has a heroic police officer double, Vikram Rathore. The film earns its mature rating primarily for its frequent, strong, and often bloody stylized violence, which includes brutal fistfights, stabbings, and shootings. While there…
Is there sex or nudity in Rowdy Rathore?
Content is mild and mostly contained within musical numbers. Some female costumes are revealing, with a focus on midriffs and navels, and dance choreography is mildly suggestive. There is no nudity or sexual activity depicted.
How violent is Rowdy Rathore?
Violence is frequent, strong, and often bloody, though highly stylized. The film includes brutal hand-to-hand combat, shootings with blood spurts, and stabbings with visible wounds. Several characters are killed on-screen, sometimes in a cruel manner. A man…
Is the language in Rowdy Rathore appropriate for kids?
Language is mild to moderate. The English term 'bloody' is used, along with some Hindi insults, including the equivalent of 'bastard'. Profanity is not frequent.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Rowdy Rathore?
Substance use is light and incidental. There are a few scenes where characters drink alcohol socially at parties or gatherings. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Rowdy Rathore?
Thematic content is moderate to strong. The central themes are revenge and vigilantism, with a hero taking the law into his own hands to punish corrupt villains. The film also deals with the death of a parent, as a young child, Chinki, sees her father…
How long is Rowdy Rathore?
Rowdy Rathore runs 143 minutes, directed by Prabhu Deva, released in 2012.
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