| Subedaar | |
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| File:Subedaar.jpg Official release poster | |
| Directed by | Suresh Triveni |
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| Cinematography | Ayan Saxena |
| Edited by | Shivkumar V. Panicker |
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| Distributed by | Amazon Prime Video |
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Running time | 142 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Subedaar is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by Suresh Triveni.[2] The film stars Anil Kapoor in the titular role, alongside Radhika Madan, Khushbu Sundar, Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Mona Singh, and Faisal Malik.[3] Produced by Abundantia Entertainment, Opening Image Films, and Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network, the film premiered on Amazon Prime Video on 5 March 2026.[4]
Plot[edit | edit source]
Subedaar Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier, is struggling to adapt to civilian life in a rapidly changing world.[5] Set against the backdrop of Madhya Pradesh, the narrative explores Arjun's battle against local corruption and societal dysfunction while attempting to mend a fractured relationship with his daughter, Shyama.[6] As he confronts enemies within his community, Arjun must rely on the discipline and combat skills of his military past to protect his family.[7]
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Anil Kapoor as Subedaar Arjun Maurya [8]
- Radhika Madan as Shyama Maurya, Arjun's daughter[9]
- Khushbu Sundar as Sudha Devi, Arjun's wife
- Saurabh Shukla as Prabhakar, Arjun's best friend
- Aditya Rawal as Shashikant alias "Prince"[10]
- Mona Singh as Babli Didi[11]
- Faisal Malik as Softy Bhaiyya[12]
- Mohit Tiwari as Rajan, Shyama's boyfriend[13]
- Nana Patekar as Lance Naik Nana Waghmare (Special appearance)[13]
Production[edit | edit source]
Development[edit | edit source]
The film marks another collaboration between director Suresh Triveni and Amazon Prime Video, following his work on Jalsa and the series Daldal.[4] The screenplay was co-written by Triveni and Prajwal Chandrashekar.[2] Anil Kapoor described the role as a return to his action roots, noting that he took inspiration from his real-life relationships to portray the father-daughter dynamic.[12]
Filming[edit | edit source]
Principal photography began in October 2024 and was completed by December 2024.[4]
Music[edit | edit source]
The film's promotional campaign featured the "Lalla Anthem," a track featuring Anil Kapoor and former cricketer Harbhajan Singh.[14] A second promo for the anthem featured cricketer Shikhar Dhawan alongside Kapoor.[15]
Reception[edit | edit source]
Rahul Desai of The Hollywood Reporter India writes that "Suresh Triveni’s 142-minute action drama is not a smooth watch, but it thrives on the subtext of a familiar template and Anil Kapoor Sparkles as a Desi John Wick.[16] Shubhra Gupta of Indian Express gave 2.5 stars out of 5 and said that " Subedaar reminds me of the kind of old-fashioned crime thriller fronted by a hero clashing with the corrupt system, and individuals, that used to give mainstream Bollywood its heft."[17]
Anuj Kumar of The Hindu writes that "After a gripping, vividly tense buildup, director Suresh Triveni resorts to familiar tropes of larger-than-life heroism, undermining the film’s grounded promise"[18] Aishwarya Vasudevan of OTT Play rated 2.5/5 stars and said that "Anil Kapoor’s soulful performance can't save Subedaar, a gritty yet formulaic drama about a veteran fighting a sand mafia. It relies on dated tropes and a predictable screenplay."[19]
Sana Farzeen of India Today gave 2.5 stars out of 5 and writes that "Suresh Triveni-directed Subedaar doesn’t feel like a bad film as much as an overcrowded one — packed with ideas, but without the space to let any of them truly land."[20] Rishabh Suri of Hindustan Times gave 3.5 stars out of 5 and stated that "Anil Kapoor shines in action as well as acting in this massy entertainer, which promises a lot, but does not deliver it all."[21]
Deepa Gahlot of Rediff.com rated it 2.5/5 stars and observed that "What Subedaar lacks is that element of surprise that makes a film worth the viewer’s time and willingness to engage."[22] Nandini Ramnath of Scroll.in commented that "142-minute Subedaar plots itself into a corner. The overwritten script, which proceeds on two tracks and then several, can’t quite bring all its strands together."[23]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Subedaar (15)". British Board of Film Classification. 2 March 2026. Retrieved 3 March 2026.
- ↑ "Subedaar Movie Star Cast". Bollywood Hungama. 17 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "Anil Kapoor's Subedaar gets OTT premiere date; makers unveil a riveting teaser". Cinema Express. 11 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "'Subedaar': Anil Kapoor returns to action with Prime Video's upcoming 'Fauji' drama". Deccan Herald. 29 October 2024. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "Anil Kapoor Unveils Explosive Poster Of Prime Video's Subedaar". Outlook India. 6 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "Anil Kapoor's Subedaar coming to Prime Video on 5 March". About Amazon India. 11 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "Subedaar release date OUT: Here's when and where you can watch Anil Kapoor's gripping action film". News24. 11 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "Subedaar (2026) - Cast & Crew". MUBI. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 "Anil Kapoor says wife Sunita Kapoor's contribution is 'tremendous' in his career". Hindustan Times. 18 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 "Subedaar Release Date, Reviews, Cast, and Where to Watch". Times Now. 17 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "Prime Video unveils 'Lalla… Taiyaar Rehna' song video from Anil Kapoor's Subedaar". Bollywood Hungama. 19 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ "Gabbar meets Subedar: Shikhar Dhawan, Anil Kapoor drop fierce new promo". The Statesman. 19 February 2026. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ Desai, Rahul (5 March 2026). "'Subedaar' Movie Review: Anil Kapoor Elevates an Imperfect but Ambitious Hero Story". The Hollywood Reporter India.
- ↑ Gupta, Shubhra (5 March 2026). "Subedaar movie review: Anil Kapoor leads gritty throwback to Bollywood's heroic thrillers". The Indian Express.
- ↑ Kumar, Anuj (5 March 2026). "'Subedaar' movie review: Anil Kapoor's angsty intensity lifts this action drama above its formulaic flaws". The Hindu.
- ↑ Vasudevan, Aishwarya (5 March 2026). "Subedaar review: A powerhouse Anil Kapoor is trapped in a dated, trope-heavy script that fails to match his ageless charisma". OTT Play.
- ↑ farzeen, Sana (5 March 2026). "Subedaar review: Anil Kapoor delivers the punches, but story struggles to land one". India Today.
- ↑ Suri, Rishabh (5 March 2026). "Subedaar review: Massy premise doesn't fully detonate in this actioner, but a terrific Anil Kapoor saves the show". Hindustan Times.
- ↑ Gahlot, Deepa (5 March 2026). "Subedaar Review: Predictable". Rediff.com.
- ↑ Ramnath, Nandini (5 March 2026). "'Subedaar' review: One random provocation after another". Scroll.in.