Ansh (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 7

Ansh poster

Released in 2002, Ansh is a thriller and crime film directed by Rajan Johri, running about 180 minutes. “The Deadly Part” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This story is about Deputy Superintendent of Police Bhagat Pandey (Om Puri), who is thorough, honest, and has an excellent track record of apprehending criminals. This background creates problems for him with other criminals who are closely connected to powerful politicians. As a result he is transferred to Bombay (now know as Mumbai). He takes charge of his post, and transforms everything to a diligent and honest policing machine. Unfortunately, politicians and criminals alike do not like his diligence, and talk about transferring him to Kashmir, where he will be killed in an encounter by a terrorist. Bhagat also comes in touch with suspended Police Inspector Sukhdev Singh, and gangleader, Rajnath Guru, the son of a freedom-fighter, Dinanathji (Aloknath).

Who’s in it. Ansh stars Sharbani Mukherji as Shweta, Om Puri as Bhagat Pandey, Ashutosh Rana as Sukhdev Singh and Alok Nath as Dina Nathji, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Ansh has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ansh page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ansh tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ansh (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ansh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Ansh worth watching?
Ansh holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Ansh?
Ansh stars Sharbani Mukherji, Om Puri, Ashutosh Rana, Alok Nath and Ravi Kishan.
When was Ansh released?
Ansh was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.