Kennedy (2023) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Kennedy (2023) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Kennedy (2023) is one of the most awaited Crime, 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 Anurag Kashyap at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 24 May 2023 |
| Genre | Crime, Thriller |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 27m |
| Director | Anurag Kashyap |
| Producer | Ranjan Singh |
| Writer | Anurag Kashyap |
| Cinematography | Sylvester Fonseca |
| Editor | Tanya Chhabria |
Story & Plot
An insomniac former cop, Kennedy has been presumed dead for years. Yet, in secret, he continues to serve a corrupt system while seeking redemption. Halfway between thriller and film noir, Kennedy chronicles a violent and bloody vendetta in the dark streets of Mumbai. At the rate of the murders, Kennedy's character reveals itself more and more and sinks into a spiral that seems to have no way out.
Cast & Crew
Kennedy is helmed by Anurag Kashyap and produced by Ranjan Singh, with Sunny Leone, Mohit Takalkar, Megha Burman, Haripriya Manish Lodhia, Shrikant Yadav, Abhilash Thapliyal leading the film. Sunny Leone 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 |
|---|---|
| Sunny Leone | Charlie |
| Mohit Takalkar | Rasheed Khan |
| Megha Burman | Anuradha |
| Haripriya Manish Lodhia | Aditi - 11 years old |
| Shrikant Yadav | Abhijit Kaale |
| Abhilash Thapliyal | Roomie/Chandan |
| Aamir Dalvi | Saleem Kattawala |
| Karishma Modi | Gunjan |
| Kurush Deboo | Bookie |
| Vaisakh Shankar | Kabir |
| Dipti Joshi | Home Minister |
| Vijay Kadam | Politico 2 |
| Vijay Nikam | Politico 1 |
| Neelam Gupta | Private Bank Manager |
| Prasanna Ketkar | Commissioner of Police |
| Aamir Aziz | Mera Mehboob Singer |
| Jeniffer Piccinato | Mrs. Lokhandwala |
| Benedict Garrett | London News Reporter |
| Sandeep Rawal | Bookie's Driver |
| Sangeeta Balachandran | Bookie's Widow |
| Shivam Kothari | Boyfriend/Chauffare Customer |
| Abhishek Deswal | Cashier Private Bank |
| Sanjay Vichare | Cop 1 - Charlie's Building |
| Sanjeev Kumar Patil | Cop 3 - Police's Restorbar |
| Sanjeev Durhi | Cop 4 - Kennedy's Building |
| Mangesh Khopkar | Cop 5 - Anuradha's House |
| Hetal Puniwala | Corporate Man |
| Chaitanya Solankar | Food Stall Customer |
| Dibanisha Banerjee | Girlfriend/Chauffare Customer |
| Rahul Bhat | Uday Shetty/Kennedy |
| Anurag Kashyap | Director |
| Ranjan Singh | Producer |
| Kabir Ahuja | Producer |
| Viral Shah | Executive Producer |
| Shariq Patel | Producer |
| Tanya Chhabria | Editor |
| Deepak Kattar | Editor |
| Prashant Sawant | Costume Design |
| Gautam Kishanchandani | Casting |
| Sylvester Fonseca | Director of Photography |
| Kazvin Dangor | Production Design |
| Aamir Aziz | Original Music Composer |
| Boyblanck | Original Music Composer |
| Shashwat Dwivedi | Original Music Composer |
| Anurag Kashyap | Dialogue |
| Anurag Kashyap | Story |
| Anurag Kashyap | Screenplay |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Anurag Kashyap brings a distinct and considered vision to Kennedy, shaping its crime, 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 Kennedy 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 Kennedy is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its crime, 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
Moviegoers across India can catch Kennedy in theatres, with screenings planned across Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru. 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 Kennedy 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 Kennedy?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Kennedy has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of crime, 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 Kennedy as a potential standout film of the year.
