The Namesake
"Two Worlds. One Journey."
Originally released in 2006. The Namesake is a drama film. directed by Mira Nair. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, and Tabu
Synopsis
The American-born son of Indian immigrants strives to fit in among his fellow New Yorkers despite his family's unwillingness to let go of their traditional ways.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 2, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (181 votes)
Budget
$12M
Production budget
Box Office
$20.4M
1.7x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
India
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Kal Penn
as Gogol / Nikhil
Irrfan Khan
as Ashoke Ganguli
Tabu
as Ashima Ganguli
Jacinda Barrett
as Maxine Ratliffe
Zuleikha Robinson
as Moushumi Mazoomdar
Ruma Guha Thakurta
as Ashoke's Mother
Sabyasachi Chakraborty
as Ashima's Father
Sahira Nair
as Sonali Ganguli
Supriya Choudhury
as Ashima's Grandmother
Jhumpa Lahiri
as Jhumpa Mashi
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $12,000,000
- Revenue
- $20,354,321
Production Companies
- Fox Searchlight Pictures
- Mirabai Films
- UTV Motion Pictures
- Cine Mosaic
- Entertainment Farm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Namesake about?
The American-born son of Indian immigrants strives to fit in among his fellow New Yorkers despite his family's unwillingness to let go of their traditional ways.
Who directed The Namesake?
The Namesake was directed by Mira Nair.
How long is The Namesake?
The Namesake has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The Namesake released?
The Namesake was released on September 2, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Namesake?
The main cast of The Namesake includes Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett, Zuleikha Robinson.
Is The Namesake worth watching?
The Namesake has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 181 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.