Veerappan (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Veerappan (2016) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Veerappan (2016) is one of the most awaited Action, Crime, Biography 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 Ram Gopal Varma at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 27 May 2016 |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Biography |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 5m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Ram Gopal Varma |
| Producer | Raina Sachiin Joshi |
| Writer | R.d. Tailang |
| Cinematography | Rammy |
| Editor | Anwar Ali |
Story & Plot
Koose Muniswamy Veerappan commonly known only as Veerappan was a notorious Indian brigand and dacoit in India. He was active for nearly 30 years in the scrub lands and forests in the states of Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. 184 people (97 of them are police officials & forest officers), 900 elephants were killed by Veerappan.
Cast & Crew
Veerappan is helmed by Ram Gopal Varma and produced by Raina Sachiin Joshi, with Lisa Ray, Sachiin Joshi, Navin Prabhakar, Nissar Khan, Usha Jadhav, Shaneel Sinha leading the film. Lisa Ray 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 |
|---|---|
| Lisa Ray | Priya (Spy) |
| Sachiin Joshi | Police Officer (Spy) |
| Navin Prabhakar | Rajan |
| Nissar Khan | Police Chief Vijay Kumar |
| Usha Jadhav | Muthulakshmi |
| Shaneel Sinha | Gandhi |
| Chetanya Adib | Shashi |
| Zareen Khan | Dancer( khallas item girl ) |
| Sandeep Bharadwaj | Veerappan |
| Ram Gopal Varma | Director |
| Raina Sachiin Joshi | Producer |
| Suresh Basant | Producer |
| M.r. Shahjahan | Executive Producer |
| R.d. Tailang | Screenplay |
| Ram Gopal Varma | Screenplay |
| Ram Gopal Varma | Story |
| Rammy | Director of Photography |
| Jeet Gannguli | Original Music Composer |
| Toshi Sabri | Original Music Composer |
| Sharib Sabri | Original Music Composer |
| Harshal Bandivdekar | Casting |
| Vishakha Kullarwar | Costume Design |
| Anwar Ali | 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
Ram Gopal Varma brings a distinct and considered vision to Veerappan, shaping its action, crime, biography 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 Veerappan 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 Veerappan is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its action, crime, biography 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
Veerappan is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata. 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 Veerappan 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 Veerappan?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Veerappan has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of action, crime, biography 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 Veerappan as a potential standout film of the year.
