Johnny Gaddaar (2007): Release Date, Cast, Crew, Trailer, Songs & Complete Movie Details
Johnny Gaddaar (2007): Release Date, Cast, Crew, Trailer, Songs & Complete Movie Details
Johnny Gaddaar (2007) is one of the most awaited Crime, 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 C.k. Muraleedharan at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 28 September 2007 |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 21m |
| Certification | A |
| Director | C.k. Muraleedharan |
| Producer | Sanjay Routray |
| Writer | Sriram Raghavan |
| Cinematography | C.k. Muraleedharan |
| Editor | Pooja Ladha Surti |
Story & Plot
Plain-clothed police officers, on patrol in a police van in Mumbai's Khar Danda area, recount the story of five crooks: Sheshadari, Shiva, Prakash, Vikram, Shardul, and their Police Inspector friend, Kalyan. The tale revolves around a bag containing 2.5 Crore Rupees that goes missing - resulting in lies, deception, betrayal, and death.
Cast & Crew
Johnny Gaddaar is helmed by C.k. Muraleedharan and produced by Sanjay Routray, with Dharmendra, Zakir Hussain, Vinay Pathak, Dayanand Shetty, Govind Namdeo, Rimi Sen leading the film. Dharmendra 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 |
|---|---|
| Dharmendra | Sheshadri |
| Zakir Hussain | Shardul |
| Vinay Pathak | Prakash |
| Dayanand Shetty | Shiva |
| Govind Namdeo | Inspector Kalyan |
| Rimi Sen | Mini |
| Ashwini Kalsekar | Varsha |
| Rasika Joshi | Shiva's Mother |
| Vyjayanthi | Vyjayanthi |
| Sonia Rakkar | Sheshadri's Wife |
| Shankar Sachdev | Naidu |
| Priyanka Bose | Ola-Ola main dancer |
| Farah | Co-dancer 1 |
| Radhika | Co-dancer 2 |
| Neeraj Khetrapal | Parekh Bhai |
| Swatantra Bharat | Club manager |
| Jasbeer | Restaurant Singer |
| Rajtilak | Advocate Gomes |
| Parichehar | Old lady in the train |
| Priyesh Kaushik | Rookie cop |
| Jaywant Wadkar | Policeman 1 |
| Firdaus Mevawala | Policeman 2 |
| Rajesh Jais | Policeman 3 |
| Jaya Kolekar | Bus conductor |
| Parvez Khan | Tortured goon |
| Umar | Bangalore Hawaldar |
| Jaydutt Vyas | Cheater in Den 1 |
| Hiwarale | Cheater in Don 2 |
| Ajay Tiwari | Den bouncer 1 |
| Neil Nitin Mukesh | Vikram |
| C.k. Muraleedharan | Director of Photography |
| Pooja Ladha Surti | Editor |
| Sriram Raghavan | Director |
| Sriram Raghavan | Writer |
| Shankar Mahadevan | Original Music Composer |
| Loy Mendonsa | Original Music Composer |
| Ehsaan Noorani | Original Music Composer |
| Sanjay Routray | Executive Producer |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
C.k. Muraleedharan brings a distinct and considered vision to Johnny Gaddaar, shaping its crime, 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 Johnny Gaddaar 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 Johnny Gaddaar is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its crime, 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
Where to Watch
Johnny Gaddaar is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai. 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 Johnny Gaddaar 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 Johnny Gaddaar?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Johnny Gaddaar has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of crime, 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 Johnny Gaddaar as a potential standout film of the year.
