Sooryavanshi (2021) is an action-packed crime thriller directed by Rohit Shetty, starring Akshay Kumar in the lead role as DCP Veer Sooryavanshi, the head of the Anti-Terrorism Squad. The film is part of Shetty’s expanding cop universe, following the success of Singham and Simmba, and it explores the world of counter-terrorism and the fight against extremism. The plot centers around Sooryavanshi’s efforts to stop a terrorist group planning attacks in Mumbai, while dealing with personal struggles and the weight of his responsibilities as a police officer.
Katrina Kaif plays Ria Sooryavanshi, Veer’s wife, adding an emotional layer to the otherwise high-octane narrative. The film also features special appearances by Ajay Devgn as Bajirao Singham and Ranveer Singh as Sangram “Simmba” Bhalerao, uniting the trio of iconic cops in a thrilling climax. Other key characters are portrayed by Jackie Shroff, who plays the antagonist, Jaaved Jaaferi, Gulshan Grover, and Abhimanyu Singh, rounding out the ensemble cast with strong performances.
Released on November 4, 2021, in Ireland, Sooryavanshi has a runtime of 145 minutes and is primarily in Hindi. The film continues Rohit Shetty’s tradition of blending action, crime, and drama with patriotic undertones. It focuses on themes like terrorism, national security, and the moral dilemmas faced by law enforcement officers tasked with protecting their country.
The film is filled with explosive action sequences, high-speed chases, and intense confrontations, all characteristic of Shetty’s directorial style. It also showcases Akshay Kumar’s prowess in action roles, supported by dramatic moments that balance the film’s intense pace. The chemistry between Kumar and Katrina Kaif provides an emotional counterpoint to the film’s action-heavy plot.
Rated 5.9, Sooryavanshi received mixed reviews, with praise for its action and star performances, but some criticism for its formulaic story. Despite this, the film was a major commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of 2021, especially significant as it marked the return of big-screen releases post-pandemic.
The movie’s impact was further amplified by its connection to Shetty’s broader cop universe, with the appearances of Devgn’s Singham and Singh’s Simmba in pivotal roles, teasing future collaborations within the franchise. The film’s message of bravery, patriotism, and the relentless fight against terrorism resonated with a wide audience, making Sooryavanshi a key installment in Shetty’s cinematic universe of heroic law enforcers.
=== Movie/Series Info ===
“Movie Title: Sooryavanshi
Year: 2021
Directed by: Rohit Shetty
Acted by: Akshay Kumar / Katrina Kaif / Ajay Devgn / Ranveer Singh / Jackie Shroff / Jaaved Jaaferi / Gulshan Grover / Abhimanyu Singh / Nikitin Dheer / Kumud Mishra / Vivan Bhatena / Ashish Warang / Mrunal Jain / Sikandar Kher / Anuradha Chandan / Sukanya Dhanda / Anuva Gupta / Kishor Mahabole / Rajendra Gupta / Shruti Panwar / Shaji Chaudhary / Pradeep Kabra / Jagdish Kansara / Sofiya Khan / Krishna Kotian / Meenal Sahu / Farooq Saeed / Vidhaan Sharma / Haelyn Shastri / Jayant Gadekar / Prateek Shrestha / Deep Joshi / Rajiv Kumar Aneja / Micky Makhija / Asseem Merchant / Devidas Chippa / Umakant Patil / Jayant Sawarkar / Aarushi Sharma / Backagaindancer / Asif Basra / Sanchit Bedre / Anil Charanjeett / Nikita Dobriyal / Rajgopal Iyer / Siddharth Jadhav / Jimmi Jaiswal / Anil Khopkar / Devtosh Mukherjee / Anshul Muwel / Niharica Raizada / Ajit Shidhaye / Chobber Sidhu / Amritpal Singh / Uday Tikekar / Tawhid Rike Zaman
Rating: 5.9
Genres: Action / Crime / Drama / Thriller
Language: Hindi
Quality: HD
Runtime: 145 min
Release Date: 04 Nov 2021 (Ireland)
Country: India
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