Quick Facts

Story & Plot

This is the gritty and sensational true story of Arun Gulab Gawli, a mill worker’s son who grew up in Mumbai’s impoverished Dagdi Chawl, to become an infamous don, politician and chief rival of the most powerful crime boss of the day, Dawood Ibrahim. Daddy realistically charts Mumbai’s true crime history from the 1970s and 1980s until 2012, when Gawli was finally sentenced to life imprisonment.

Cast & Crew

Daddy is helmed by Ashim Ahluwalia and produced by Arjun Rampal, with Aishwarya Rajesh, Shruti Bapna, Farhan Akhtar, Anupriya Goenka, Nishikant Kamat, Anand Ingale leading the film. Aishwarya Rajesh 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

Key Crew

See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.

Director's Vision

Ashim Ahluwalia brings a distinct and considered vision to Daddy, shaping its crime, drama, history, action, biography 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 Daddy 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 Daddy is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its crime, drama, history, action, biography 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

Daddy is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune. 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 Daddy 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 Daddy?

With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Daddy has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of crime, drama, history, action, biography 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 Daddy as a potential standout film of the year.

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