Emergency (2025) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Emergency (2025) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Emergency (2025) is one of the most awaited Drama, History, War 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 Kangana Ranaut at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 17 January 2025 |
| Genre | Drama, History, War |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 27m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Kangana Ranaut |
| Producer | Renu Pitti |
| Writer | Kangana Ranaut |
| Cinematography | Tetsuo Nagata |
| Editor | Rameshwar S. Bhagat |
Story & Plot
Based on true events that unfolded in 1975, the film chronicles incidents that took place under the leadership of Indira Gandhi, one of the most powerful women in Indian history.
Cast & Crew
Emergency is helmed by Kangana Ranaut and produced by Renu Pitti, with Anupam Kher, Satish Kaushik, Shreyas Talpade, Mahima Chaudhry, Milind Soman, Darshan Pandya leading the film. Anupam Kher 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 |
|---|---|
| Anupam Kher | Jayaprakash Narayan |
| Satish Kaushik | Jagjeevan Ram |
| Shreyas Talpade | Atal Bihari Vajpayee |
| Mahima Chaudhry | Pupul Jayakar |
| Milind Soman | Sam Manekshaw |
| Darshan Pandya | R. K. Dhawan |
| Vishak Nair | Sanjay Gandhi |
| Avijit Dutt | Jiddu Krishnamurti |
| Monika Negi | Lady at the Art Exhibition |
| Sanjay Gurbaxani | Jawahar Lal Nehru |
| Manwendra Tripathy | Balwinder Singh Bisht |
| Deepansha Dhingra | Maneka Gandhi |
| Kateryna Grabovska | Sonia Gandhi |
| Abhimanyu Vashisht | Rajiv Gandhi |
| Adhir Bhat | Feroze Gandhi |
| Eva Chibber | Young Priyanka Gandhi |
| Samraat | Young Rahul Gandhi |
| Deepak Anand | Jamail Singh Bhindranwale |
| Richard Bhakti Klein | Henry Kissinger |
| Anuradha Kalia | Old Lady (Turkman) |
| Shivendraa Om Saainiyol | Rameshwar Nath Kao |
| Scott Alexander Young | Richard Milhous Nixon |
| Bhushan Simpi | Kamal Nath |
| Akash Sinha | George Fernandes |
| Anoop Puri | Yahya Khan |
| Matthew Mckarcher | U.S. Naval Captain |
| Rishi Kaushik | Mujibur Rahman |
| Ravi Ganesh | Dr. Raja Ramanna |
| Ayash Arif | Lt. General A.A.K. Niazi |
| Kangana Ranaut | Indira Gandhi |
| Kangana Ranaut | Director |
| Renu Pitti | Producer |
| Kangana Ranaut | Producer |
| Samir Khurana | Executive Producer |
| Umesh Bansal | Producer |
| Kangana Ranaut | Story |
| Ritesh Shah | Screenplay |
| Ritesh Shah | Dialogue |
| Tanvi Kesari Pasumarthy | Dialogue |
| Tetsuo Nagata | Director of Photography |
| Rameshwar S. Bhagat | Editor |
| G. V. Prakash Kumar | Original Music Composer |
| Ankit Balhara | Original Music Composer |
| Sanchit Balhara | Original Music Composer |
| Arko Pravo Mukherjee | Original Music Composer |
| Rakesh Yadav | Production Design |
| Wasiq Khan | 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
Kangana Ranaut brings a distinct and considered vision to Emergency, shaping its drama, history, war 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 Emergency 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 Emergency is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, history, war 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
Emergency 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 Emergency 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 Emergency?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Emergency has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, history, war 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 Emergency as a potential standout film of the year.
