Bullet Ek Dhamaka(2005)
Bullet: Ek Dhamaka is a 2005 Hindi-language espionage action film directed by Irfan Khan. The cast includes Iqbal Khan, Sadhika Randhawa, Aseem Merchant, and Asad Sikander. The story follows intelligence agents Arjun Singh and Bobby as they travel to Sofia, Bulgaria, to stop a terrorist attack planned for India's Republic Day. The mission becomes personal when Arjun discovers the mastermind is a corrupt Indian police officer. The film is notable for being the first Hindi movie shot entirely in Bulgaria, featuring a local crew experienced in Hollywood productions. It was released on 4 February 2005.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2005
- Director
- Irfan Khan
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Rating
- 2.5/10
Storyline
Intelligence agents Arjun Singh and Bobby are sent to Bulgaria to stop a terrorist attack on India's Republic Day. Arjun discovers the mastermind is Don Raja, a corrupt Indian cop who escaped the country. Shocked by the betrayal, Arjun must overcome his personal feelings to complete his mission and save millions of lives.
“One man's duty. A nation's hope.”
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Trivia
- The film was shot in Bulgaria, which was an unusual location for a Hindi action movie in 2005.
- This was the only feature film directed by actor Irfan Khan, not to be confused with the late star Irrfan Khan.
- Lead actor Iqbal Khan was primarily known for television, making this a rare big-screen leading role.
- The film's title references a 'Bullet,' the iconic Royal Enfield motorcycle, though it's not central to the plot.
- It was produced by Saregama Films, a company better known for its music label than for making movies.
- The movie had a very limited theatrical release and is largely forgotten in mainstream Hindi cinema history.
- Director Irfan Khan also played a supporting role in the film as an actor.