Agneepath (2012 film)
Agneepath is a 2012 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by Karan Malhotra. It is a remake of the 1990 film of the same name, directed by Mukul S. Anand, which starred Amitabh Bachchan. The 2012 film stars Hrithik Roshan, Sanjay Dutt, Rishi Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and Zarina Wahab.
Plot: The film tells the story of Vijay Deenanath Chauhan, played by Hrithik Roshan, a young boy whose father, a schoolteacher in the village of Mandwa, is unjustly murdered by Kancha Cheena, played by Sanjay Dutt, a ruthless drug lord. Vijay vows revenge and leaves Mandwa, eventually rising through the ranks of the Mumbai underworld, fueled by his desire to avenge his father's death. He is aided by Rauf Lala, played by Rishi Kapoor, a powerful Mumbai-based don. The film chronicles Vijay's journey, filled with violence, betrayal, and moral compromises, as he navigates the criminal world and prepares for a final confrontation with Kancha Cheena.
Cast:
- Hrithik Roshan as Vijay Deenanath Chauhan
- Sanjay Dutt as Kancha Cheena
- Rishi Kapoor as Rauf Lala
- Priyanka Chopra as Kaali Gawde
- Zarina Wahab as Suhasini Chauhan (Vijay's mother)
- Om Puri as Commissioner Gaitonde
- Chetan Pandit as Master Deenanath Chauhan (Vijay's father)
- Katrina Kaif (special appearance in song "Chikni Chameli")
Production: Karan Malhotra directed the remake, attempting to retain the essence of the original while giving it a contemporary treatment. The film was produced by Dharma Productions. The music was composed by Ajay-Atul.
Reception: Agneepath (2012) received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the performances of the lead actors, particularly Hrithik Roshan and Sanjay Dutt. The film was also lauded for its action sequences, cinematography, and background score. While some critics noted differences in tone and characterization compared to the original, the film was a significant commercial success.
Awards: Agneepath (2012) received several awards and nominations, including Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actor (Rishi Kapoor) and Best Choreography (for the song "Chikni Chameli").