Azhar (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Azhar (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Azhar (2016) is one of the most awaited Drama, Biography, Sport 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 Anthony D'souza at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 13 May 2016 |
| Genre | Drama, Biography, Sport |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 10m |
| Certification | A |
| Director | Anthony D'souza |
| Producer | Ekta Kapoor |
| Writer | Rajat Arora |
| Editor | Tushar Shivan |
Story & Plot
The famous and idolized Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin, known as Azhar, faces in court those who accuse him of match-fixing in exchange for large sums of money during the national team's tour of South Africa.
Cast & Crew
Azhar is helmed by Anthony D'souza and produced by Ekta Kapoor, with Nargis Fakhri, Lara Dutta, Prachi Desai, Kunaal Roy Kapur, Manjot Singh, Rajesh Sharma leading the film. Nargis Fakhri 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 |
|---|---|
| Nargis Fakhri | Sangeeta Bijlani |
| Lara Dutta | Meera Verma |
| Prachi Desai | Naureen |
| Kunaal Roy Kapur | Ramakanth Reddy |
| Manjot Singh | Navjot Singh Bachar |
| Rajesh Sharma | M. K. Sharma |
| Kulbhushan Kharbanda | Wajihuddin |
| Gautam Gulati | Ravi Goyal |
| Varun Badola | Kapil Jain |
| Hiten Patel | Cricket Fan |
| Karanvir Sharma | Manoj Shinde |
| Emraan Hashmi | Mohammad Azharuddin |
| Amaal Mallik | Original Music Composer |
| Pritam Chakraborty | Original Music Composer |
| Ekta Kapoor | Producer |
| Shobha Kapoor | Producer |
| Shivank Kapoor | Costume Design |
| Manoshi Nath | Costume Design |
| Rushi Sharma | Costume Design |
| Vijetaya Manchanda | Costume Design |
| Naila Mughal | Casting |
| Aadore Mukherjee Mehra | Casting |
| Nimish Kotwal | Production Design |
| Tushar Shivan | Editor |
| Rajat Arora | Writer |
| Anthony D'souza | Director |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Anthony D'souza brings a distinct and considered vision to Azhar, shaping its drama, biography, sport 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 Azhar 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 Azhar is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, biography, sport 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
Moviegoers across India can catch Azhar in theatres, with screenings planned across 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 Azhar 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 Azhar?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Azhar has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, biography, sport 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 Azhar as a potential standout film of the year.
