Himmatwala (2013) — Cast, Story, Trailer, Songs & All You Need to Know
Himmatwala (2013) — Cast, Story, Trailer, Songs & All You Need to Know
Himmatwala (2013) is one of the most awaited Action, Comedy, 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 Sajid Khan at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 29 March 2013 |
| Genre | Action, Comedy, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 30m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Sajid Khan |
| Producer | Vashu Bhagnani |
| Writer | Sajid Khan |
| Cinematography | Manoj Soni |
| Editor | Nitin Rokade |
Story & Plot
An honest temple priest takes on more than he can handle when he bears witness to a murder and gives evidence in a court of law against a powerful landlord in his village. The landlord bribes his way to freedom and engineers a ploy to ruin the priests reputation and his status among his peers in the village. Ashamed of his tarnished reputation the priest commits suicide,and leaves his wife and young children to face the atrocities of the evil landlord. The son flees the village and travels to Mumbai to make a life, but returns years later to avenge the shame caused to his family. Thi
Cast & Crew
Himmatwala is helmed by Sajid Khan and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, with Tamannaah Bhatia, Mahesh Manjrekar, Adhyayan Suman, Zarina Wahab, Leena Jumani, Anil Dhawan leading the film. Tamannaah Bhatia 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 |
|---|---|
| Tamannaah Bhatia | Rekha Singh |
| Mahesh Manjrekar | Sher Singh |
| Adhyayan Suman | Shakti |
| Zarina Wahab | Savitri |
| Leena Jumani | Padma |
| Anil Dhawan | Savitri's Husband |
| Riteish Deshmukh | Real Ravi (Special Appearance) |
| Chunky Panday | Michael Jaikishan (Special Appearance) |
| Surveen Chawla | Special Appearance in "Dhoka Dhoka" Song |
| Amruta Khanvilkar | Special Appearance in "Dhoka Dhoka" Song |
| Sayantani Ghosh | Special Appearance in "Dhoka Dhoka" Song |
| Rinku Ghosh | Special Appearance in "Dhoka Dhoka" Song |
| Sonakshi Sinha | Special Appearance in "Thank God It's Friday" Song |
| Mona Thiba | Special Appearance in "Dhoka Dhoka" Song |
| Ajay Devgn | Fake Ravi |
| Vashu Bhagnani | Producer |
| Ronnie Screwvala | Producer |
| Ziaullah Khan | Executive Producer |
| Sajid Khan | Director |
| Manoj Soni | Director of Photography |
| Manish Malhotra | Costume Design |
| Rick Roy | Costume Design |
| Sajid Khan | Screenplay |
| Sajid Khan | Dialogue |
| Sajid Khan | Story |
| Jigar Saraiya | Original Music Composer |
| Sachin Sanghvi | Original Music Composer |
| Sajid Ali Khan | Original Music Composer |
| Wajid Khan | Original Music Composer |
| Nitin Rokade | Editor |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Sajid Khan brings a distinct and considered vision to Himmatwala, shaping its action, comedy, 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 Himmatwala 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 Himmatwala is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, comedy, 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
Where to Watch
Himmatwala is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad. 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 Himmatwala 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 Himmatwala?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Himmatwala has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, comedy, 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 Himmatwala as a potential standout film of the year.


