Synopsis
No Smoking (2007) is a psychological thriller film written and directed by Anurag Kashyap and produced by Vishal Bhardwaj and Kumar Mangat Pathak. The movie stars John Abraham, Ayesha Takia, Ranvir Shorey, and Paresh Rawal in central roles. The film explores addiction, identity, and free will through an abstract and surreal storytelling approach, making it one of the most complex and experimental films in modern Indian cinema.
Released on October 26, 2007, No Smoking was inspired by Stephen King’s short story “Quitters, Inc.” and adapted into a uniquely Indian socio-psychological context. It tells the story of a man trapped between his addiction to cigarettes and a mysterious organization that uses fear and control to “cure” him. Its layered narrative, symbolism, and dream-like visuals made it a landmark in Indian neo-noir cinema.
Original title No Smoking
IMDb Rating 7.3 10,191 votes
TMDb Rating 6.932 59 votes
Director
Director
Cast
Anjali / Annie
Baba Bangali
Abbas Tyrewala
Doctor in charge of K's brother J
Employee in K's Office
Item Number
Item Number
Man in Elevator (uncredited)
Woman In Burkha
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