Maximum(2012)
Maximum is a 2012 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller film written, directed, and produced by Kabeer Kaushik. The film stars Sonu Sood, Naseeruddin Shah, Neha Dhupia, and Vinay Pathak. Set in Mumbai between 2003 and 2008, the story follows two encounter specialist police officers, Pratap Pandit and Arun Inamdar, whose professional rivalry escalates into a destructive war. Their personal feud distracts the police force from real threats, culminating in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks. The film explores themes of corruption, ego, and the high cost of ambition within the city's political and criminal underworld. It received mixed reviews, with praise for its performances but criticism for its slow screenplay. The film was released on 29 June 2012.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 29 June 2012
- Director
- Kabeer Kaushik
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 50m 0
Storyline
Two ambitious encounter specialists in Mumbai, Pratap Pandit and Arun Inamdar, are locked in a bitter rivalry for power. Their personal war distracts the police force, allowing corruption to thrive. As their feud escalates, the city becomes a battleground for their egos, with devastating consequences.
“Power has a price.”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Maximum
Cast reunions in this film: Sonu Sood & Neha Dhupia (2 films together), Sonu Sood & Naseeruddin Shah (2 films together), Neha Dhupia & Naseeruddin Shah (2 films together), Neha Dhupia & Vinay Pathak (2 films together), and Naseeruddin Shah & Vinay Pathak (2 films together).