Chak De! India (2007) — Cast, Story, Trailer, Songs & All You Need to Know
Chak De! India (2007) — Cast, Story, Trailer, Songs & All You Need to Know
Chak De! India (2007) is one of the most awaited Drama, Family, 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 Shimit Amin at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 9 August 2007 |
| Genre | Drama, Family, Sport |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 28m |
| Certification | U |
| Director | Shimit Amin |
| Producer | Aditya Chopra |
| Writer | Jaideep Sahni |
| Cinematography | Sudeep Chatterjee |
| Editor | Amitabh Shukla |
Story & Plot
A team of rag-tag girls with their own agenda form Team India competing for international fame in field hockey. Their coach, the ex-men's Indian National team captain, returns from a life of shame after being unjustly accused of match fixing in his last match. Can he give the girls the motivation required to win, while dealing with the shadows of his own past?
Cast & Crew
Chak De! India is helmed by Shimit Amin and produced by Aditya Chopra, with Vidya Malvade, Sagarika Ghatge, Shilpa Shukla, Chitrashi Rawat, Tanya Abrol, Arya Menon leading the film. Vidya Malvade 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 |
|---|---|
| Vidya Malvade | Vidya Sharma |
| Sagarika Ghatge | Preeti Sabarwal |
| Shilpa Shukla | Bindia Naik |
| Chitrashi Rawat | Komal Chautala |
| Tanya Abrol | Balbir Kaur |
| Arya Menon | Gul Iqbal |
| Seema Azmi | Rani Dispotta |
| Nisha Nair | Soimoi Kerketa |
| Sandia Furtado | Nethra Reddy |
| Masochon V. Zimik | Molly Zimik |
| Kimi Laldawla | Mary Ralte |
| Shubhi Mehta | Gunjun Lakhani |
| Anaitha Nair | Aliya Bose |
| Kimberly Miranda | Rachna Prasad |
| Nichola Sequeira | Nichola Sequeira |
| Raynia Mascerhanas | Raynia Fernandes |
| Javed Khan | Sukhlal |
| Vibha Chibber | Krishnaji |
| Jayshree Arora | Kabir's mother |
| Nakul Vaid | Rakesh Sharma |
| Vivan Bhatena | Abimanyu Singh |
| Mohit Chauhan | Uttam Singh |
| Aanjjan Srivastav | Mr. Vishal Tripathi |
| Jimmy Lekkas | Argentinian coach |
| Celina Lazarus | Australian Journalist |
| Shah Rukh Khan | Kabir Khan |
| Aditya Chopra | Producer |
| Yash Chopra | Producer |
| Aashish Singh | Executive Producer |
| Swaratmika Mishra | Executive Producer |
| Sulaiman Merchant | Original Music Composer |
| Salim Merchant | Original Music Composer |
| Shimit Amin | Director |
| Jaideep Sahni | Screenplay |
| Jaideep Sahni | Story |
| Amitabh Shukla | Editor |
| Sudeep Chatterjee | Director of Photography |
| Mandira Shukla | 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
Shimit Amin brings a distinct and considered vision to Chak De! India, shaping its drama, family, 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 Chak De! India 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 Chak De! India is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, family, 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
Box Office Collection
| Total Collection | ₹109.00 Cr |
Where to Watch
Moviegoers across India can catch Chak De! India in theatres, with screenings planned across 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 Chak De! India 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 Chak De! India?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Chak De! India has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, family, 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 Chak De! India as a potential standout film of the year.
