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Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. is an Indian Hindi-language comedy drama film released in 2003 that was written and directed by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. Before Lage Raho Munna Bhai, this film was the first installment in the Munna Bhai film series. The film, which was released in India on September 19, 2003, features Sunil Dutt in his final film portrayal as the father of his real-life son, Sanjay Dutt, who portrays the title character Munna Bhai. Gracy Singh, Jimmy Sheirgill, Arshad Warsi, Rohini Hattangadi, and Boman Irani round out the cast. It is loosely inspired by the 1998 film Patch Adams. The film is set in Mumbai and follows Munna Bhai (Sanjay Dutt), a thug who attempts to please his father (Sunil Dutt) by posing as a doctor. When a physician, Asthana (Irani), reveals Munna's falsehoods and tarnishes his father's reputation, Munna enrolls in medical school. When Munna discovers that Asthana is the college's dean, he swears vengeance and falls in love with Suman, a house doctor, unaware that she is Asthana's daughter.

 

 

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Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. poster

Details 

Movie name

Munna Bhai MBBS

Directed by

Rajkumar Hirani

Screenplay by

Rajkumar Hirani, Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Story by

Rajkumar Hirani

Produced by

Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Starring

Sunil Dutt, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Gracy Singh, Jimmy Sheirgill, Boman Irani, Rohini Hattangadi

Cinematography

Binod Pradhan

Edited by

Pradeep Sarkar, Rajkumar Hirani

Music by

Sanjay Wandrekar, Anu Mallik

Production company

Vinod Chopra Productions, Entertainment One

Distributed by

AA Films

Release date

19 December 2003

Country

India

Language

Hindi

Budget

12 crore rupees

 

 Plot 

"Munna Bhai M.B.B.S." is a comedic film about Mumbai gangster Murli Prasad Sharma (Munna Bhai), who pretends to be a doctor to pacify his visiting parents. The lighthearted façade takes a serious turn when his father proposes a marriage between Munna and a doctor's daughter, who was his childhood friend. After Munna is exposed and his heartbroken parents return to their village, he gets himself admitted to a medical college, in a quest for redemption. Through unconventional means like his "Magical Hug", Munna soon becomes adored by all. However, he can't fool the sharp-eyed Dean (Dr. Asthana), who opposes Munna's unorthodox methods and uncovers his ruse. Despite not being able to graduate as a doctor, Munna continues to impact the lives of many. While he and his wife open a new hospital, the medical college eventually adopts his once-disregarded techniques.

 Release

The first film in the Munna Bhai film series, Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.,that released on December 19 in 2003,  was a critical and commercial triumph, and was succeeded by Lage Raho Munna Bhai. It attained silver jubilee status (25-week run) at the box office, becoming one of only eight Hindi films to do so since the year 2000. In its 26th week of release, the film continued to be shown on 300 screens in India.

Reviews

Munna Bhai MBBS has an imdb rating of 8.1 out of 10 and a Rotten Tomatoes rating of 94% based on reviews from critics and audiences. The 1998 film PATCH ADAMS served as a loose inspiration for MUNNABHAI M.B.B.S., which is primarily successful because of its clever screenplay, fantastic performances, and, most importantly, its high emotional quotient. Making people laugh is the most difficult undertaking, but MUNNABHAI M.B.B.S. guarantees plenty of smiles and laughter from scene A to Z. The narrative leads you on a journey that has rarely been depicted in Hindi films before. From a composition standpoint, MUNNABHAI M.B.B.S. has a number of highlights.

Cast

Munna Bhai MBBS poster

 Crew

Rajkumar Hirani

Character Analysis

Sanjay Dutt as Munna Bhai

Murli Prasad Sharma, fondly referred to as "Munna Bhai", is not your quintessential protagonist. This charismatic character, hailing from the bustling streets of Mumbai, breaks away from traditional hero norms, making him one of the most memorable characters in the panorama of Indian cinema. Residing in the heart of Mumbai, Munna Bhai navigates the labyrinths of life with a distinctive street-savviness. His command over Bombay Hindi, resonating with the authentic vernacular culture of the city, further enhances his intriguing persona. He is a gangster, but he is not the menacing, fearful figure people often associate with gangsters. Rather, he is ubiquitous in the hearts of many through his unconventional charm and wit.

Arshad Warsi as Circuit

A significant part of Munna Bhai's life and journey is his faithful companion, Sarkeshwar, or as he is popularly known, "Circuit". Often spotted in the frame alongside Munna Bhai, Circuit is both a friend and a sidekick, perfectly complementing Munna Bhai's larger-than-life personality. Circuit's loyalty is unwavering; he functions as the right-hand man, offering support and companionship throughout various ordeals. His shared dialogues and camaraderie with Munna Bhai offer several comedic moments within the narrative, creating a delightful balance of humor and depth in their relationship.

Boman Irani as Dr Asthana

Dr. Asthana is an accomplished and strict dean of a medical college. The character plays a significant role in the film, as he is the primary antagonist who opposes the unconventional methods of Munna Bhai, the film's protagonist.

Songs

No.

Title

Singer(s)

1

Chan Chan

Vinod Rathod, Shreya Ghoshal

2

Dekhle Aankhon Mein Aankhien Daal

Sunidhi Chauhan, Anu Malik

3

M Bole To

Sanjay Dutt, Vinod Rathod, Prachi, Priya Mayekar

4

Subha Ho Gayee Mamu

Shaan

5

Apun Jaise Tapori

Vinod Rathod, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi

 

 Behind the scenes

During the scripting process, Hirani envisioned Anil Kapoor in the main role. Shah Rukh Khan was later cast as Munna alongside Sanjay Dutt as Zaheer, but due to back problems, he had no choice but to decline the role. However, the film's end credits acknowledge Khan's contributions to the script.

Box Office Collection

Indian Box Office Nett

23.13 Crore Rupees

Indian Box Office Gross

32.13  Crore Rupees

Overseas Gross

2.47  Crore Rupees

Worldwide Gross

34.6  Crore Rupees

 

Awards

Award

Category

nominee(s)

Result

51st National Film Awards

Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment

Munna Bhai MBBS

Won

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Film (Critics)

Munna Bhai MBBS

Won

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Film 

Munna Bhai MBBS

Nominated

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Screenplay

Munna Bhai MBBS

Won

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Director

Rajkumar Hirani

Nominated

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Comedian

Sanjay Dutt

Won

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Comedian

Boman Irani

Nominated

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Dialogues

Abbas Tyrewala

Won

49th Filmfare Awards

Best Supporting Actor

Arshad Warsi

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Screenplay

Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Rajkumar Hirani, Lajan Joseph

Won

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Actor in a Comic Role

Boman Irani

Won

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Dialogues

Abbas Tyrewala

Won

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Film

Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Editing

Rajkumar Hirani

Won

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Director

Rajkumar Hirani

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Story

Rajkumar Hirani

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Actor

Sanjay Dutt

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Supporting Actor

Arshad Warsi

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Music Director

Anu Malik

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Lyrics

Rahat Indori

Nominated

IIFA Awards 2004

Best Female Playback Singer

Sunidhi Chauhan

Nominated

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Debut Director

Rajkumar Hirani

Won

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Editing

Rajkumar Hirani

Won

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Director

Rajkumar Hirani

Nominated

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Film

Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Nominated

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Actor

Sanjay Dutt

Nominated

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Supporting Actor

Arshad Warsi

Nominated

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Screenplay

Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Rajkumar Hirani, Lajan Joseph

Nominated

Producers Guild Film Awards 2004

Best Cinematography

Binod Pradhan

Nominated

Zee Cine Awards 2004

Best Actor in a Comic Role

Arshad Warsi

Won

Zee Cine Awards 2004

Best Actor in a Comic Role

Boman Irani

Nominated

Zee Cine Awards 2004

Best Debut Director

Rajkumar Hirani

Won

Zee Cine Awards 2004

Best Cinematography

Binod Pradhan

Won

Zee Cine Awards 2004

Best Film

Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Nominated

Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards 2004

Best Film (Hindi)

Vidhu Vinod Chopra

Won

Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards 2004

Best Actor (Hindi)

Sanjay Dutt

Won

Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards 2004

Best Supporting Actor (Hindi)

Arshad Warsi

Won

Bollywood Movie Awards 2004

Best Director

Rajkumar Hirani

Won

Bollywood Movie Awards 2004

Most Sensational Actor

Sanjay Dutt

Won

Bollywood Movie Awards 2004

Best Supporting Actor

Arshad Warsi

Won

BIG Entertainment Awards 2010

Best Film of the Decade

Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Nominated

 

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