Urmila Matondkar Celebrates 27 Years of ‘Kaun’

February 27, 2026

Mumbai: Bollywood actress Urmila Matondkar revisited memories of her superhit psycho-thriller Kaun on its 27th anniversary.

The actress shared the original trailer of the psychological thriller on her social media and wrote, “Original trailer ‘KAUN’…. 27 years ago…. One Rainy Night….”

A Cult Psychological Thriller

Released in 1999, Kaun remains one of Bollywood’s most chilling psychological thrillers. The film was directed by Ram Gopal Varma and featured Manoj Bajpayee and Sushant Singh alongside Urmila in key roles.

The film received praise for its gripping narrative and edge-of-the-seat tension.

Story Set on a Stormy Night

Set over the course of a single rainy night, the movie revolves around a young woman alone in her house while news reports on television warn of a serial killer on the loose.

When a stranger knocks on her door seeking shelter from heavy rain, suspicion and tension begin to rise. The tight screenplay and unexpected twists kept audiences guessing till the very end.

Urmila’s Memorable Performance

Urmila’s performance in the film was widely regarded as one of her finest. Her portrayal of fear, vulnerability and psychological complexity left a lasting impact on viewers.

Talking about her Bollywood journey, Urmila began as a child artiste and gained recognition with films like Masoom. In the 1990s, she became a leading star with hits such as Rangeela, Satya, Judaai, Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya and Bhoot.