Ghayal Once Again (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Ghayal Once Again (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Ghayal Once Again (2016) is one of the most awaited Action, Crime, Drama 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 Sunny Deol at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 5 February 2016 |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 7m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Sunny Deol |
| Producer | Vijayta Films, Reliance Entertainment, PVR Inox Pictures |
| Writer | Sanjay Masoom |
Story & Plot
Ajay Mehra (from previous Ghayal-1990), after finishing off his life sentence, starts a newspaper called Satyakam. Still dealing with the haunting trauma of losing his loved ones, Ajay manages to make a credible name for himself in investigative journalism. Working with a strange team of RTI activists, ex-criminals and ilk; and even stranger ways of unearthing and presenting truth, Ajay Mehra has earned quite a fan following among the youths, who finds his fearless and unforgiving approach in dealing with all kinds of sociopaths very inspiring. Among his die hard fans are these four teenagers who happened to have received bravery medals from him once. These four friends once out on photography expedition, accidentally record a murder on a camera. The footage turns out to be explosive as it clearly shows two of the city's most powerful people involved in the murder. Well what happens after this is a series of twists and turns where the four kids get entangled and have to fight it out with the most powerful men of the city, will Ajay be able to save them? Will the kids be successful in their mission to stand by the truth only time will tell.
Cast & Crew
Ghayal Once Again is helmed by Sunny Deol and produced by Vijayta Films, Reliance Entertainment, PVR Inox Pictures, with Om Puri, Soha Ali Khan, Narendra Jha, Aanchal Munjal, Shivam Patil, Meenakshi Sheshadri leading the film. Om Puri 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 |
|---|---|
| Om Puri | ACP Joe D'Souza |
| Soha Ali Khan | Rhea |
| Narendra Jha | Raj Bansal |
| Aanchal Munjal | Anushka |
| Shivam Patil | Rohan |
| Meenakshi Sheshadri | Varsha (flash back) |
| Ramesh Deo | Nana |
| Tisca Chopra | Sheetal Bansal |
| Harsh Chhaya | Rajguru |
| Nadira Babbar | Dadi |
| Rishabh Arora | Varun |
| Ruhanika Dhawan | Ananya Bansal |
| Diana Khan | Zoya |
| Abhilash Kumar | Kabir Bansal |
| Zakir Hussain | Commissioner |
| Sachin Khedekar | Kriplani |
| Sebastien Vandenberghe | Troy |
| Nina Kulkarni | Mrs. D’Souza |
| Sunny Deol | Ajay Mehra |
| Shankar Mahadevan | Original Music Composer |
| Loy Mendonsa | Original Music Composer |
| Ehsaan Noorani | Original Music Composer |
| Sanjay Masoom | Writer |
| Vishal Vijay Kumar | Writer |
| Sunny Deol | Director |
| Harry Thakur | Casting |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Sunny Deol brings a distinct and considered vision to Ghayal Once Again, shaping its action, crime, drama 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 Ghayal Once Again 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 Ghayal Once Again is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, crime, drama 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 | ₹45.35 Cr |
Where to Watch
Moviegoers across India can catch Ghayal Once Again 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 Ghayal Once Again 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 Ghayal Once Again?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Ghayal Once Again has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, crime, drama 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 Ghayal Once Again as a potential standout film of the year.



