The Namesake
Two Worlds. One Journey.
After moving from Calcutta to New York, members of the Ganguli family maintain a delicate balancing act between honoring the traditions of their native India and blending into American culture. Although parents Ashoke and Ashima are proud of the sacrifices they make to give their children opportunities, their son Gogol strives to forge his own identity without forgetting his heritage.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Namesake
- Genres: Drama, Family
- Release Date: 2006-09-02
- Runtime: 122 minutes
- Rating: 6.776/10 (172 votes)
- Budget: $12,000,000
- Revenue: $20,354,321
- Production Companies: Fox Searchlight Pictures, Mirabai Films, UTV Motion Pictures, Entertainment Farm, Cine Mosaic
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.7901
- Languages: Bengali, Czech, French, Hindi, English
Cast & Crew
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Namesake?▼
The Namesake is a Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 2006-09-02.
Who are the main actors in The Namesake?▼
The main cast includes Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett, Zuleikha Robinson, .
Where can I watch The Namesake online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Namesake is available.
Is The Namesake based on a true story?▼
Two Worlds. One Journey.
What is the IMDb rating of The Namesake?▼
The Namesake has an IMDb rating of 6.776/10 based on 172 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Namesake?▼
The movie had a production budget of $12,000,000 and earned $20,354,321 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Namesake?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Fox Searchlight Pictures, Mirabai Films, UTV Motion Pictures, Entertainment Farm, Cine Mosaic. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Namesake filmed?▼
The Namesake was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Namesake?▼
The total runtime of The Namesake is 122 minutes.
Is The Namesake suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Namesake?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Namesake.
Does The Namesake have a post-credit scene?▼
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