Bigil (2019) — Complete Movie Guide: Cast, Crew, Story, Songs, Trailer & Updates
Bigil (2019) — Complete Movie Guide: Cast, Crew, Story, Songs, Trailer & Updates
Bigil (2019) is one of the most awaited Drama, Action, Family 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 Atlee at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 17 October 2019 |
| Genre | Drama, Action, Family |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 57m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Atlee |
| Producer | Kalpathi S Suresh |
| Writer | Ramana Girivasan |
| Cinematography | G. K. Vishnu |
| Editor | Antony L. Ruben |
Story & Plot
A do-gooder don wants his footballer son to uplift the life of his people by becoming a champion, but fate draws the youngster into a life of violence. Will he be able to fulfill his father’s dream when an opportunity comes his way seven years later?
Cast & Crew
Bigil is helmed by Atlee and produced by Kalpathi S Suresh, with Nayanthara, Jackie Shroff, Kathir, Vivek, Daniel Balaji, Anandaraj leading the film. Nayanthara 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 |
|---|---|
| Nayanthara | Angel Aasirvatham |
| Jackie Shroff | J. K. Sharma |
| Kathir | Kathir |
| Vivek | Nessi |
| Daniel Balaji | Daniel |
| Anandaraj | Anand |
| Yogi Babu | Donald |
| I. M. Vijayan | Alex |
| Arjan Bajwa | Samar |
| Indhuja Ravichandran | Vembu |
| Amritha Aiyer | Thendral |
| Reba Monica John | Anitha |
| Varsha Bollamma | Gayathri |
| Gayathri Reddy | Maari |
| Indraja Shankar | Pandiyamma |
| Aadhirai Soundarajan | Minnoli |
| Shobana Selvam | Shobana |
| Vinaya Seshan | Thamarai |
| Riddhi Ramesh | Selvi |
| Devadarshini | Elizabeth |
| Rohini | Anitha's Mother |
| G. Gnanasambandam | Aasirvatham |
| Rama | Mrs. Aasirvatham |
| Boxer Dheena | Michael's Friend |
| Manobala | Angel's Professor |
| Soundara Raja | Guna |
| Vijay Vishwa | John |
| Prajuna Sarah | Mary |
| T.m. Karthik | Sharma's Assistant |
| Vijay | Michael 'Bigil' Rayappan / Rayappan |
| Ramana Girivasan | Screenplay |
| Atlee | Story |
| Atlee | Screenplay |
| Atlee | Dialogue |
| Ramana Girivasan | Dialogue |
| Atlee | Director |
| Kalpathi S Suresh | Producer |
| Kalpathi S Aghoram | Producer |
| Kalpathi S Ganesh | Producer |
| Archana Kalpathi | Producer |
| G. K. Vishnu | Director of Photography |
| Antony L. Ruben | Editor |
| A.r. Rahman | Original Music Composer |
| Anu Vardhan | Costume Design |
| Pallavi Singh | Costume Design |
| Komal Shahani | Costume 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
Atlee brings a distinct and considered vision to Bigil, shaping its drama, action, family 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 Bigil 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 Bigil is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, action, family 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.
Where to Watch
Moviegoers across India can catch Bigil in theatres, with screenings planned across Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru. 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 Bigil 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 Bigil?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Bigil has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, action, family 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 Bigil as a potential standout film of the year.
