Shortkut - The Con Is On(2009)
A talented, hardworking scriptwriter finds his Bollywood dreams shattered when a buffoon steals his screenplay and rides it to superstardom.
Movie: Shortkut - The Con Is On
Top 8 Billed Cast
Shekhar
Raju
Mansi
Dancer
Guest Appearance (uncredited)
Guest Appearance (uncredited)
Guru Kapoor
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Overview
A talented, hardworking scriptwriter finds his Bollywood dreams shattered when a buffoon steals his screenplay and rides it to superstardom.
Release Date
2009-07-10
Average
4.2
Rating:
2.1 startsTagline
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Languages:
हिन्दी
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