Rao Bahadur vs The Illusionist
The Illusionist has the higher audience score (7.3/10 against 5/10 for Rao Bahadur). The Illusionist is the shorter watch at 1h 50m compared with 2h 49m. The Illusionist is the older of the two (2006 against 2026). Both are drama, fantasy, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| Rao Bahadur | The Illusionist | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 5.0/10 | ★ 7.3/10 |
| Year | 2026 | 2006 |
| Length | 2h 49m | 1h 50m |
| Genres | Drama, Fantasy, Thriller | Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller |
| Country | – | United States of America |
| Director | Venkatesh Maha | Neil Burger |
| Main cast | Anand, Satyadev Kancharana, Vikas Muppala, Deepa Thomas, Bala Parasar | Eddie Marsan, Paul Giamatti, Eleanor Tomlinson, Jessica Biel, Edward Norton |
Synopsis
Rao Bahadur
In 1970s India, an eccentric aristocrat—labeled a 'man of miracles'—miraculously survives a terminal illness. Plagued by guilt and fear, he retreats into his palatial mansion, creating an alternate world that deeply blurs reality and imagination.
The Illusionist
With his eye on a lovely aristocrat, a gifted illusionist named Eisenheim uses his powers to win her away from her betrothed, a crown prince. But Eisenheim's scheme creates tumult within the monarchy and ignites the suspicion of a dogged inspector.
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