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Angrezi Medium

Angrezi Medium is a 2020 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Maddock Films.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Angrezi Medium is a 2020 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Maddock Films. It is a standalone sequel to the 2017 film Hindi Medium and stars Irfan Khan, Radhika Madan, Deepak Dobriyal, and Kareena Kapoor Khan. The film was Irfan Khan's final release before his death in April 2020.

Plot

The story centres on Champak Bansal, a Rajasthani sweet-shop owner, and his daughter Tarika, who wants to study in London. Their efforts to navigate financial and bureaucratic obstacles drive the film's comedy-drama narrative.

Production

The film was directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Maddock Films. It was developed as a standalone sequel to Hindi Medium and featured a screenplay by a team including Bhavesh Mandalia and Sara Bodinar.

Release

Angrezi Medium premiered in cinemas on 13 March 2020. Its release coincided with the early period of the COVID-19 pandemic in India. The film later became available on Disney+ Hotstar and had an international release, making it accessible to Canadian audiences through global streaming distribution.

Reception and significance

The film is notable as one of Irfan Khan's last performances and his final film release. It was widely discussed for its emotional father-daughter storyline and for being connected to the earlier hit Hindi Medium.

Key facts

  • Angrezi Medium is a standalone sequel to the 2017 film Hindi Medium.
  • The film follows a father who tries to support his daughter's dream of studying in London.
  • It was directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Maddock Films.
  • The principal cast includes Irfan Khan, Radhika Madan, Deepak Dobriyal, and Kareena Kapoor Khan.
  • The film was released theatrically on 13 March 2020 and was Irfan Khan's final film before his death.
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Canadian context

The film had an international release and was available to Canadian audiences through global streaming distribution, making it part of the wider reach of contemporary Hindi-language cinema in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is Angrezi Medium about?
It is about a father who tries to fulfil his daughter's dream of studying in London while facing money and bureaucracy-related challenges.
Who directed Angrezi Medium?
Homi Adajania directed the film.
Is Angrezi Medium a sequel?
Yes. It is a standalone sequel to Hindi Medium (2017).
Who stars in the film?
The main cast includes Irrfan Khan, Radhika Madan, Deepak Dobriyal, and Kareena Kapoor Khan.
When was Angrezi Medium released?
It was released in cinemas on 13 March 2020.
Why is the film notable?
It was Irrfan Khan's final film to be released before his death in April 2020.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angrezi_Medium
    Supports: Basic film identification, release year, director, cast, and sequel relationship.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/english_medium
    Supports: Director, production company, language, genre, runtime, and production credits.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8907986/
    Supports: Release date, director, and plot premise.
  4. The Times of India — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-details/angrezi-medium/movieshow/68734480.cms
    Supports: Plot details, release information, and main cast.
  5. NDTV — https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/angrezi-medium-movie-review-irrfan-khan-is-fabulous-but-the-film-is-a-tiresome-romp-2-stars-out-of-5-2194107
    Supports: Main cast, director, and storyline involving the daughter studying in the United Kingdom.