R. Madhavan is one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema. He is known for portraying diverse roles across a career spanning over two decades. He joins hands with director Ashwni Dhir and Zee5 for the satirical thriller, Hisaab Barabar. Renowned actors Neil Nitin Mukesh and Kriti Kulhari feature in key roles alongside him. The film is set to have its worldwide premiere on Zee5 on January 24, 2025, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
Ahead of its release, the team released the trailer and introduced audiences to the gripping world of Hisaab Barabar. The film is centered on the fight between a common man and a con man. Madhavan plays Radhe Mohan Sharma, an honest and principled Railway Ticket Checker. When a minor discrepancy in his bank account catches his attention, Sharma unearths a massive scam, plunging him into a murky world rife with fraud, deceit, and corruption. He finds himself pitted against the ruthless and corrupt banker Mickey Mehta, played by Neil Nitin Mukesh.
The conflict between Sharma and Mehta unfolds through a series of suspenseful twists and turns, blending humor with sharp social commentary. The film explores how an ordinary man challenges a corrupt system and a cunning conman, forming the core of this thrilling narrative.
Director Ashni Dhir stated that Hisaab Baraabar is a unique blend of drama, sharp wit, and thought-provoking social commentary. He said, “With a powerhouse cast led by R. Madhavan, Neil Nitin Mukesh, and Kirti Kulhari, the film offers an intriguing look at corruption and justice. What makes it truly special, however, is the pinch of humour that adds an extra dose of entertainment, making it a fun yet entertaining ride you won’t want to miss.”
R Madhavan shared his excitement about working on this movie by saying that he is absolutely thrilled to be a part of Hisaab Barabar, which is his first venture with Zee5. He said, “Playing Radhe Mohan Sharma has been such a fun challenge – he’s an ordinary man thrown into an extraordinary situation, and the journey he goes through is nothing short of a rollercoaster. Hisaab Barabar is a film that will appeal to people across all age groups and genders as it is the story of a common man and his fight against systematic corruption. So, I insist that people come together to watch this real and relevant story as Radhe’s perseverance and resilience is sure to inspire many.”
Neil Nitin Mukesh said that playing Micket Mehta in the movie was both challenging and incredibly fulfilling. ” I’ve always been drawn to roles that push me into darker, more layered territories, and Micky definitely fits the bill. Moreover, working alongside R. Madhavan has been an absolute delight—he’s not only a fantastic human but also an amazing co-actor, and we had so much fun on set. Luckily this chemistry translates on-screen as well as our face-offs in the film are definitely worth a watch so please go watch Hisaab Barabar starting 24th January only on ZEE5,” he said.
Kriti Kulhari expressed her happiness of working with extremely talented Madhavan and Ashwni Dhir. She stated, “I’ve always enjoyed taking on diverse roles that challenge me as an actor, and Hisaab Barabar is no exception. In addition to being a kickass role, I also had the pleasure of working alongside my co-star R Madhavan and director, Ashwni Dhir who are absolutely lovely to work with. They ensured that the atmosphere on the set was a lot of fun and creative. Hisaab Barabar is the kind of massy film and popcorn entertainer that is sure to entertain all Indians. It is equal part entertaining and thought-provoking and just the right kind of film for Republic Day weekend, so I urge all my fans to go watch it on ZEE5 starting 24th January.”
Hisaab Barabar was produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Sharad Patel and Shreyanshi Patel under SP Cinecorp. Jio Studios presented the film.
