Jigra (2024) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Jigra (2024) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Jigra (2024) is one of the most awaited Action, Drama, Thriller 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 Vasan Bala at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 10 October 2024 |
| Genre | Action, Drama, Thriller |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 35m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Vasan Bala |
| Producer | Karan Johar |
| Writer | Debashish Irengbam |
| Cinematography | Swapnil S. Sonawane |
| Editor | Prerna Saigal |
Story & Plot
Jigra (transl. Courage) is a 2024 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Vasan Bala, who co-wrote it with Debashish Irengbam. It is produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Alia Bhatt, Shaheen Bhatt and Soumen Mishra under Viacom18 Studios, Dharma Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions. It stars Alia Bhatt as a troubled young woman who must rescue her brother from a foreign prison, after he is incarcerated for a crime he did not commit.
Cast & Crew
Jigra is helmed by Vasan Bala and produced by Karan Johar, with Vedang Raina, Manoj Pahwa, Vivek Gomber, Akashdeep Sabir, Harssh A. Singh, Aditya Nanda leading the film. Vedang Raina 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 |
|---|---|
| Vedang Raina | Ankur Anand |
| Manoj Pahwa | Shekhar Bhatia |
| Vivek Gomber | OIC Hansraj Landa |
| Akashdeep Sabir | Mr. Mehtani |
| Harssh A. Singh | Jaswant |
| Aditya Nanda | Kabir |
| Adhiraj Singh | Nakul |
| Rahul Ravindran | Muthu |
| Ankur Khanna | Rayyan |
| Aashna Vaishnav | Young Satya |
| Ayaansh Solanki | Young Ankur |
| Yuvraj Vijan | Tony Bhatia |
| Dheer Hira | Chandan |
| Debashish Irengbam | Cop at Court |
| Mahindra Vasvani | Nakul's Father |
| Pranav Brara | Satya's Father |
| Jason Tham | Hoodlum |
| Akansha Ranjan Kapoor | Air Hostess |
| Sikandar Kher | Narayanan |
| Radhikka Madan | Girl at Signal |
| Shakil Lama | Drug Dealer |
| Chen Lilee | Judge |
| Jason Shah | Matthew |
| Prem John | Hanshi Dao Lawyer |
| Ram Solanki | NRI Lawyer |
| Tenzien Choden | Rayyan's Girlfriend |
| Raj Shrestha | Kitchen Guard |
| Sheeba | Mrs. Mehtani |
| Simon Feilder | Counsellor |
| Alia Bhatt | Satyabha 'Satya' Anand |
| Vasan Bala | Director |
| Debashish Irengbam | Writer |
| Karan Johar | Producer |
| Hiroo Johar | Producer |
| Apoorva Mehta | Producer |
| Alia Bhatt | Producer |
| Somen Mishra | Producer |
| Vishal Bajaj | Executive Producer |
| Pratik Nandkumar More | Executive Producer |
| Shaheen Bhatt | Producer |
| Swapnil S. Sonawane | Director of Photography |
| Mukund Gupta | Production Design |
| Prerna Saigal | Editor |
| Achint Thakkar | Original Music Composer |
| Manpreet Singh | Original Music Composer |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Vasan Bala brings a distinct and considered vision to Jigra, shaping its action, drama, thriller 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 Jigra 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 Jigra is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, drama, thriller 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 | ₹55.05 Cr |
Where to Watch
Moviegoers across India can catch Jigra in theatres, with screenings planned across 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 Jigra 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 Jigra?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Jigra has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, drama, thriller 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 Jigra as a potential standout film of the year.
