Cast
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Ajay Devgn
as Bhavani Singh
Ileana D'Cruz
as Rani Gitanjali Devi
Emraan Hashmi
as Dalia
Esha Gupta
as Sanjana
Vidyut Jammwal
as Army Officer Major Seher Singh
Sanjay Mishra
as Tikla aka Guruji
Priyanshu Chatterjee
as Sanjeev
Sharad Kelkar
as Police Inspector Durjan
Sunny Leone
as Special Appearance in "Piya More" song
Crew
Director
- Milan Luthria
Writer
- Rajat Arora
Producer
- Bhushan Kumar
- Kishan Kumar
- Milan Luthria
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Baadshaho distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Milan Luthria brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Baadshaho took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $12.3 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 136 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 189 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 246 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Baadshaho shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Italian Job, which focuses more on action than character development, Baadshaho subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Gone in Sixty Seconds and 7 Seconds explore similar territory, Baadshaho stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: September 1, 2017
- Runtime: 2h 16m
- Budget: $12,300,000
- Revenue: $27,000,000
