Singham Returns (2014) is the sequel to the 2011 blockbuster Singham, directed by Rohit Shetty. The film brings back Ajay Devgn in his iconic role as Bajirao Singham, an honest and fearless police officer determined to uphold justice. Set in the bustling city of Mumbai, this time Singham faces a new challenge in the form of corruption and political conspiracies, while tackling a powerful godman, Swamiji, played by Amole Gupte, who is involved in various illegal activities. Kareena Kapoor Khan joins the cast as Avni, adding a lighthearted romantic angle amidst the intensity of the plot.
The film also features prominent actors like Anupam Kher, Dayanand Shetty, Sharat Saxena, and Mahesh Manjrekar, who play pivotal roles in the unfolding drama. With a runtime of 142 minutes, Singham Returns packs a punch with thrilling action sequences, emotional depth, and a narrative focused on Singham’s relentless fight against corruption, while also dealing with complex political pressures. The movie, released on August 15, 2014, in the USA, fittingly coincided with India’s Independence Day, further emphasizing its patriotic and justice-oriented themes.
Though the film explores familiar themes of good versus evil, it offers a fresh take on modern-day issues like the misuse of power by political and religious leaders. Rohit Shetty stays true to his signature style, delivering high-energy chase sequences, larger-than-life action, and explosive fight scenes that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The film’s action is complemented by a stirring soundtrack, including a popular song featuring rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh.
Rated 5.7, Singham Returns might not have garnered the same critical acclaim as its predecessor, but it was well-received by fans of the action genre. The movie was a commercial success, cementing the Singham franchise’s place in Indian cinema, especially due to Ajay Devgn’s commanding performance and the film’s dynamic storytelling. Despite its heavy focus on action, Singham Returns also explores the challenges faced by honest police officers in a system riddled with corruption, making it a socially relevant drama in addition to being an entertaining watch.
=== Movie/Series Info ===
“Movie Title: Singham Returns
Year: 2014
Directed by: Rohit Shetty
Acted by: Ajay Devgn / Kareena Kapoor / Amole Gupte / Anupam Kher / Dayanand Shetty / Sharat Saxena / Vineet Sharma / Mahesh Manjrekar / Sonalee Kulkarni / Zakir Hussain / Ashwini Kalsekar / Govind Namdeo / Meghna Vaidya / Pankaj Tripathi / Uday Tikekar / Naushaad Abbas / Paras Chaurasia / Devidas Chippa / Sameer Dharmadhikari / Ujjwal Gauraha / Kunal Gupta / Uttam Halder / Pompy Hans / Trushant Ingle / Kunal Jaiswal / Sanjeev Jaiswal / Jitendra Joshi / Sarita Joshi / Chhaya Kadam / Ajaz Khan / Abhishek Khanna / Rajiv Khare / Sandhya Kute / Shubhangi Latkar / Sachin Nayak / Uday Nene / Umakant Patil / Tahoor Qadri / Deepraj Rana / Natasha Rana / Sanjay Saini / Santosh Shetty / Sharad Vittal Shetty / Shriswara / Amritpal Singh / Dhananjay Singh / Yo Yo Honey Singh / Smita Tambe / Amit Varma / Olivia M Williams / Ganesh Yadav
Rating: 5.7
Genres: Action / Crime / Drama
Language: Hindi
Quality: HD
Runtime: 142 min
Release Date: 15 Aug 2014 (USA)
Country: India