India Cabaret (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1985, India Cabaret is a documentary film directed by Mira Nair, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. India Cabaret (1985) is a documentary by Mira Nair exploring the "respectable" and "immoral" stereotypes of women in Indian society told from the point of view of 2 strip-tease dancers in a cabaret house in Bombay.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, India Cabaret has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch India Cabaret page.

If you liked it. Fans of India Cabaret tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch India Cabaret (1985)?
In US, India Cabaret is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is India Cabaret worth watching?
India Cabaret holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was India Cabaret released?
India Cabaret was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.