May. 20, 2022|India|131 Min.|n/A
Genre: Action;Bollywood;Crime
Description: “Dhaakad,” a 2022 Indian Hindi-language action film, translates to “Formidable.” Directed by debutant Razneesh Ghai and produced by Deepak Mukut and Sohel Maklai under Soham Rockstar Entertainment, Sohel Maklai Productions, and Asylum Films, the movie stars Kangana Ranaut in the lead role, supported by Arjun Rampal, Divya Dutta, and Saswata Chatterjee. The film was released on May 20, 2022, receiving praise for its gripping narrative and Kangana Ranaut’s outstanding performance and action sequences.
The storyline follows Agni, a highly skilled and lethal field agent, tasked with a crucial mission: to gather intelligence and eliminate Rudraveer, an elusive international human and arms trafficker who has remained off the radar for a decade.
Announced on October 20, 2020, the film generated significant buzz when Kangana Ranaut shared her character’s looks on Instagram, describing Agent Agni as “fierce, feisty, and fearless.” Kangana emphasized that “Dhaakad” is not only a milestone in her career but also a groundbreaking moment for Indian cinema, being a large-scale, female-led action film.
Principal photography commenced on January 15, 2021, with locations including Betul, Madhya Pradesh, and Budapest. Director Razneesh Razy Ghai highlighted the collaborative effort, bringing in action specialists from the US, Korea, Canada, and South Africa, alongside a skilled Indian stunt team, to create high-octane sequences. Filming concluded on July 8, 2021.
Cast director: Razneesh Ghai
Cast actor: Kangana Ranaut, Arjun Rampal, Divya Dutta, Saswata Chatterjee, Sharib Hashmi
Original name: धाकड़