Aakrosh Movie (2010): Story, Star Cast, Release Date, Music, OTT & Box Office Update
Aakrosh Movie (2010): Story, Star Cast, Release Date, Music, OTT & Box Office Update
Aakrosh (2010) is one of the most awaited Action, Drama, Crime, Thriller films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Priyadarshan at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 1 October 2010 |
| Genre | Action, Drama, Crime, Thriller |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 25m |
| Certification | A |
| Director | Priyadarshan |
| Producer | Kumar Mangat Pathak |
| Writer | Robin Bhatt |
| Cinematography | S. Thirunavukkarasu |
| Editor | Arun Kumar Aravind |
Story & Plot
Giving in to intense media pressure, the Home Minister in Delhi finally instructs the Central Bureau of Investigation to depute Special Officer Siddhant Chaturvedi to travel to Jhanjhar, Bihar, and work together with Pratap Kumar to try and locate three medical students from M.K. Gandhi Medical College. The three students, Gautam Sharma, Dhirush Patel and Dinu were in Jhanjhar to celebrate Dusshera and were scheduled to return back to Delhi. Ramesh Jain, the student Union President, informs the media that the trio were arrested by Jhanjhar Police and since then their whereabouts are unknown. Jhanjhar Police deny that the students were ever there, and are hostile, compelling the CBI to bring in more agents. While differences crop up between investigative tactics of the two agents, upper Caste Hindus, aided by the police, target the fearful Dalits and lower-caste Hindus, brutally torturing them and setting their houses on fire. With the entire local community refusing to come forward with any information, and pressure from the Chief CBI Chief to withdraw, the duo must now consider using other methods to try and find out what really happened to the three students.
Cast & Crew
Aakrosh is helmed by Priyadarshan and produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak, with Akshaye Khanna, Bipasha Basu, Reema Sen, Paresh Rawal, Jaideep Ahlawat, Pankaj Tripathi leading the film. Akshaye Khanna headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Akshaye Khanna | Sidhant Chaturvedi |
| Bipasha Basu | Geeta |
| Reema Sen | Jamunia |
| Paresh Rawal | IPS Ajashatru Singh |
| Jaideep Ahlawat | Pappu Tiwari |
| Pankaj Tripathi | Kishore |
| Ashraf Ul Haq | Hukum Lal |
| Kanchan Pagare | Hawaldar Ramkhelavan "Natey" Tripathi |
| Vineet Sharma | CBI Officer |
| Swapnil Kiiran Kotriwar | Dinu |
| Sameera Reddy | special appearance in the song "Isak Se Meetha Kuch Bhi" |
| Ajay Devgn | Pratap Kumar |
| Priyadarshan | Director |
| Robin Bhatt | Screenplay |
| Robin Bhatt | Story |
| Akash Khurana | Screenplay |
| Aditya Dhar | Dialogue |
| Akash Khurana | Story |
| S. Thirunavukkarasu | Director of Photography |
| Ouseppachan | Original Music Composer |
| Pritam Chakraborty | Original Music Composer |
| G.p. Vijayakumar | Executive Producer |
| Kumar Mangat Pathak | Producer |
| Sabu Cyril | Production Design |
| Arun Kumar Aravind | Editor |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Priyadarshan brings a distinct and considered vision to Aakrosh, shaping its action, drama, crime, thriller narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Aakrosh is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Aakrosh is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, drama, crime, thriller tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Where to Watch
Aakrosh arrives in cinemas throughout India, releasing in major centres such as Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Aakrosh to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Aakrosh?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Aakrosh has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, drama, crime, thriller films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Aakrosh as a potential standout film of the year.
