Shagird(2011)
Shagird is a 2011 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia. It stars Nana Patekar, Mohit Ahlawat, Rimi Sen, and Anurag Kashyap in key roles. The story follows a young police officer who discovers his respected mentor is involved in a kidnapping racket. Set in Delhi's crime branch, the film explores corruption, loyalty, and the cost of honesty. It is an adaptation of the Bengali film Ghatak (2006). The film received mixed reviews but was praised for Nana Patekar's performance and the gritty portrayal of police corruption. It was released in theaters on May 13, 2011.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 13 May 2011
- Director
- Tigmanshu Dhulia
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A rookie cop joins the Delhi crime branch, eager to learn from a legendary officer. But he soon discovers his mentor is running a secret kidnapping racket. When his girlfriend is kidnapped, he must fight alone to save her and expose the truth.
“The disciple must betray the master.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Shagird
Cast reunions in this film: Anurag Kashyap & Tigmanshu Dhulia (3 films together), and Tigmanshu Dhulia & Yogesh Jani (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Shagird' means 'student' or 'disciple' in Hindi, reflecting the relationship between the senior cop and his new recruit.
- Director Tigmanshu Dhulia also co-wrote the screenplay, drawing from his interest in gritty, realistic portrayals of police and political corruption.
- Actor Nana Patekar, who plays the lead, is known for his intense roles and improvised many of his character's quirky mannerisms.
- The movie was shot extensively in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, using real locations to add authenticity to its political crime setting.
- Despite its strong cast, the film had a modest box office performance but later gained appreciation for its sharp dialogue and performances.
- The soundtrack features a rare playback song sung by actor Jimmy Sheirgill, who also appears in a supporting role.
- This was one of the early films in Tigmanshu Dhulia's 'political thriller' phase, before he directed the critically acclaimed 'Paan Singh Tomar'.