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An Action Hero(2022)

6.8/10
Hindi128 minsdirect-to-OTT

An Action Hero (2022) is a 128-minute Hindi film directed by Anirudh Iyer. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Jaideep Ahlawat and Harsh Chhaya. With a rating of 6.8/10 reflecting mixed audience reception and a moderate performer, 25+ crores verdict at the box office.

Director:Anirudh Iyer
Mood:
funnysuspensefuluplifting
Where to watch:

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Netflix
OTT Release Date
13 January 2023
Theatrical Release
2 December 2022
Director
Anirudh Iyer
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 8m
Rating
6.8/10

Storyline

A famous young actor is wrongly accused of murder. He runs away from the country, and a powerful politician chases him for revenge. His real life suddenly becomes a dangerous and chaotic action movie.

His biggest role is staying alive.

Film Details

6.8Rating
128Minutes
HindiLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date2 December 2022
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known AsAn Action Hero (2002) · An Action Hero · แอ็คชั่น ฮีโร่ · 武打男神

Parental Guide

Violence
High
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnysuspensefuluplifting
Themes
revengecorruptionidentityjustice
Tonesatirical
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion2
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

#1
Ayushmann Khurrana, Actor in An Action Hero
Ayushmann KhurranaMaanav
#2
Jaideep Ahlawat, Actor in An Action Hero
Jaideep AhlawatBhoora Solanki
#3
H
Harsh ChhayaRoshan
#4
N
Neeraj MadhavSai
#5
J
Jitender HoodaDaroga Roop Kumar
#6
S
Sumit SinghVicky Solanki
#7
S
Sumit GahlawatInder (Vicky's friend)
#8
V
Vaquar SheikhKaadir
#9
G
Garima JhaNews Anchor (24/7)
#10
G
Gautam JoglekarMasood Abraham Katkar
#11
A
Anirudh IyerDirector
#12
Aanand L. Rai, Producer in An Action Hero
Aanand L. RaiCrew
#13
N
Neeraj YadavCrew

Trivia

  • The film's title was originally 'The Action Hero' before being shortened to 'An Action Hero'.
  • Ayushmann Khurrana performed many of his own stunts, including a high-speed car chase sequence.
  • The movie includes a cameo by actor Jaideep Ahlawat playing a fictional version of himself.
  • Parts of the film were shot in the UK, including locations in London and Scotland.
  • It references real-life controversies about Bollywood stars and media trials through its plot.
  • The soundtrack features a song composed by Vishal Mishra, who also worked on the background score.
  • Despite mixed reviews, the film was noted for its meta-commentary on the action genre and celebrity culture.

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