Zokkomon(2011)
Zokkomon is a 2011 Indian Hindi-language superhero film directed by Satyajit Bhatkal and produced by The Walt Disney Company India. The film stars Darsheel Safary as the titular hero, with Anupam Kher, Manjari Fadnnis, and Tinnu Anand in supporting roles. The story follows Kunal, an orphaned boy who is abandoned by his greedy uncle and left for dead. He is rescued by a kind scientist who gives him a device that grants him invisibility and super strength. Kunal becomes Zokkomon to fight injustice and protect the poor. The film was praised for its family-friendly tone and positive message. It was released theatrically on April 22, 2011.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 22 April 2011
- Director
- Satyajit Bhatkal
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
A young orphan named Kunal is left to die by his cruel uncle. He is saved by a scientist who gives him a special device. This device makes him invisible and super strong. Kunal becomes Zokkomon, a ghost-like superhero. He must stop his uncle from stealing land and hurting innocent people.
“A boy becomes a ghost to fight evil.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Zokkomon
Cast reunions in this film: Anupam Kher & Tinnu Anand (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film was co-produced by Walt Disney Pictures and was their second Hindi-language production after 'Roadside Romeo'.
- Darsheel Safary, the child actor from 'Taare Zameen Par', played the lead role of Kunal, marking his second major film.
- The movie was originally titled 'Zokkomon' but was briefly released in some regions as 'Zokkomon: The Unstoppable'.
- It was shot extensively in Rajasthan, with scenes filmed at real locations like the Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur.
- The film's superhero costume was designed to look homemade, using items like a bicycle helmet and a cape stitched from fabric.
- Despite being a Disney collaboration, the film had a modest box office performance and received mixed reviews from critics.
- The director, Satyajit Bhatkal, was previously known for directing documentaries and this was his first feature-length fiction film.