Akira (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Akira (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Akira (2016) is one of the most awaited Action, 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 A. R. Murugadoss at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 1 September 2016 |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Thriller |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 18m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | A. R. Murugadoss |
| Producer | A. R. Murugadoss |
| Writer | A. R. Murugadoss |
| Cinematography | R. D. Rajasekhar |
| Editor | Sreekar Prasad |
Story & Plot
Akira lives in a small town India her father had taught her to fight for rights of women at very young age she is put in remand home for an accidental crime.14 years later Akira and her mother shift to Mumbai at her brother's place and she takes admission in Holy Cross College and starts living in hostel where she is harassed by fellow students but Akira fights back ,Acp Rane is a corrupt cop who along with his fellow officers kills a person on Panvel highway after they found huge sum of money in his car, Maya a keep of Rane records his phone call to blackmail him but her handy cam gets stolen by a student of Holy Cross College who blackmails him ,Rane's fellow officers keep and eye on the college students arrests Akira thinking she has the recorded video, while Rane's man are about to kill Akira and the two men whom Maya had shown Rane's video ,Rane calls his colleague Rajeshwar and Manek asking them to leave Akira as they have caught wrong female,Rane then tells Manek to kill Akira as she has seen them killing a person.Akira hits Rajeshwar and runs from the spot but is soon caught and put in asylum saying she is become insane.
Cast & Crew
Akira is helmed by A. R. Murugadoss and produced by A. R. Murugadoss, with Konkona Sen Sharma, Urmila Mahanta, Anurag Kashyap, Amit Sadh, Raai Laxmi, Mithun Chakraborty leading the film. Konkona Sen Sharma 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 |
|---|---|
| Konkona Sen Sharma | SP Rabiya |
| Urmila Mahanta | Anna |
| Anurag Kashyap | ACP Rane |
| Amit Sadh | Sidharth |
| Raai Laxmi | Special Appearance |
| Mithun Chakraborty | Actor |
| Atul Kulkarni | Actor |
| Smita Jaykar | Actor |
| Sonakshi Sinha | Akira |
| A. R. Murugadoss | Director |
| A. R. Murugadoss | Producer |
| A. R. Murugadoss | Screenplay |
| Santha Kumar | Screenplay |
| Karan Singh Rathore | Dialogue |
| R. D. Rajasekhar | Director of Photography |
| Sreekar Prasad | Editor |
| Shekhar Ravjiani | Original Music Composer |
| Vishal Dadlani | Original Music Composer |
| Aparna Sud | Production Design |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
A. R. Murugadoss brings a distinct and considered vision to Akira, shaping its action, 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 Akira 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 Akira is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, 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
Akira arrives in cinemas throughout India, releasing in major centres such as Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad. 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 Akira 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 Akira?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Akira has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, 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 Akira as a potential standout film of the year.
