Sam Bahadur (2023) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Sam Bahadur (2023) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Sam Bahadur (2023) is one of the most awaited Drama, History, War 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 Meghna Gulzar at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 30 November 2023 |
| Genre | Drama, History, War |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 30m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Meghna Gulzar |
| Producer | Ronnie Screwvala |
| Writer | Bhavani Iyer |
| Cinematography | Jay I. Patel |
| Editor | Nitin Baid |
Story & Plot
Based on the life of Sam Manekshaw, who was the Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, and the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of Field Marshal.
Cast & Crew
Sam Bahadur is helmed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Ronnie Screwvala, with Sanya Malhotra, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Edward Sonnenblick, Neeraj Kabi, Govind Namdeo leading the film. Sanya Malhotra 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 |
|---|---|
| Sanya Malhotra | Silloo Manekshaw |
| Fatima Sana Shaikh | Indira Gandhi |
| Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub | Yahya Khan |
| Edward Sonnenblick | Lord Mountbatten |
| Neeraj Kabi | PM Jawaharlal Nehru |
| Govind Namdeo | Sardar Vallabhai Patel |
| Paul O'neill | Major (General) David Cowan |
| Rajiv Kachroo | Hormusji Manekshaw |
| Sammy Jonas Heaney | Captain McLaren |
| Richard Bhakti Klein | Ambassador Keating |
| Jaskaran Singh Gandhi | Sepoy Mehar Singh |
| Keita Arai | Army General |
| Krishnakant Singh Bundela | Subedar Gurbaksh Singh |
| Jeffrey Goldberg | Henry Kissinger |
| Ravindra Vijay | Swami |
| Akashdeep Sabir | Maharaja Hari Singh |
| Upen Chauhan | Tikka Khan |
| Jiyana Kapadia | Baby Sam |
| Dhanveer Singh | Lt. Dilsher Singh |
| Rohan Verma | Captain Attiqur Rehman |
| Padmanabha S Kotian | VP Menon |
| Digvijay Purohit | Brigadier Thapar |
| Elango Kumaravel | Defense Minister Krishna Menon |
| Ujjwal Chopra | Lt. Gen. BM Kaul |
| Aanjjan Srivastav | Minister YB Chavan |
| Shreas Pardiwala | Captain Behram Pathanki |
| Vivek Bahl | President Radhakrishnan |
| Kanishka Deo | Nitya Anand |
| Rajveer Ankur Singh | Lt.Col. Depinder Singh |
| Vicky Kaushal | Sam Manekshaw |
| Meghna Gulzar | Director |
| Ronnie Screwvala | Producer |
| Ravi Tiwari | Executive Producer |
| Bhavani Iyer | Writer |
| Shantanu Srivastava | Writer |
| Meghna Gulzar | Writer |
| Nitin Baid | Editor |
| Subrata Chakraborty | Production Design |
| Amit Ray | Production Design |
| Jay I. Patel | Director of Photography |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Meghna Gulzar brings a distinct and considered vision to Sam Bahadur, shaping its drama, history, war 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 Sam Bahadur 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 Sam Bahadur is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, history, war 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
Sam Bahadur arrives in cinemas throughout India, releasing in major centres such as 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 Sam Bahadur 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 Sam Bahadur?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Sam Bahadur has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, history, war 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 Sam Bahadur as a potential standout film of the year.
