Shamshera (transl. Sword) is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language period action drama film produced by Yash Raj Films and directed by Karan Malhotra, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor with Vaani Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt portraying the antagonist.[2]
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| Directed by | Karan Malhotra |
| Produced by | Aditya Chopra |
| Starring | Ranbir Kapoor Sanjay Dutt Vaani Kapoor |
| Music by | Mithoon |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Filming of Shamshera began in December 2018[3] and had initially wrapped in January 2020.[4] The studio needed additional footage,[5] but filming was delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic in India.[6] Production resumed in August 2020 and filming was completed.[5] It will schedule to release theatrically on 18 March 2022.[1]
Plot
In 1800s, a group of dacoits is fighting against the British for independence and their rights.[7]
Cast
- Ranbir Kapoor as Shamshera / Balli (double role)
- Sanjay Dutt as Shuddh Singh
- Vaani Kapoor as Mrignayani
- Ronit Roy
- Saurabh Shukla
- Ashutosh Rana
Production
Casting
Following Ranbir Kapoor's casting announcement along with that of the film on 6 May 2018,[8] Sanjay Dutt was confirmed to be the main villain of the film, and his casting was announced on 10 May.[9] Four days later, Vaani Kapoor's casting was announced, set to play a "desirable and sought-after travelling performer from the Indian heartland."[10]
Filming
Principal photography of the film began on 1 December 2018,[3] with shooting expected to wrap by mid-2019.[8] A massive fort for the film was built at Film City, Goregaon, requiring two months of preparation and the effort of nearly 300 workers.[11] Vaani Kapoor pushes her limits as an artiste as she takes professional training in Kathak for the movie.[12]
Release
Shamshera was initially slated to release in worldwide cinemas on 31 July 2020, coinciding with Bakra Eid.[6] However, the COVID-19 pandemic in India caused major delay in its incomplete filming, VFX work and post-production.[5] On 17 February 2021, a new release date of 25 June 2021 was announced but later it was postponed again.[13] It is scheduled to release theatrically on 18 March 2022.[1]
References
- ^ a b c "BREAKING: Yash Raj Films announces theatrical release dates for Bunty Aur Babli 2, Prithviraj, Jayeshbhai Jordaar and Shamshera!". Bollywood Hungama. 26 September 2021. Retrieved 26 September 2021.
- ^ "Shamshera: Ranbir Kapoor to do a double role, Vaani Kapoor to play a dancer". Hindustan Times. 26 March 2019. Retrieved 26 March 2019.
- ^ a b "Shamshera: Ranbir Kapoor, Vaani Kapoor's Film Goes on Floors". News18. Retrieved 4 December 2018.
- ^ "Is Vaani Kapoor feeling lonely these days? - Times of India". The Times of India. 22 April 2020. Retrieved 12 May 2020.
- ^ a b c Lalwani, Vickey (21 July 2020). "Exclusive! Ranbir Kapoor-Sanjay Dutt's 'Shamshera' August 1 shoot cancelled". Times of India. Retrieved 31 July 2020.
- ^ a b "Ranbir Kapoor-Sanjay Dutt's Shamshera gets a release date". The Statesman. 4 July 2018. Retrieved 5 December 2018.
- ^ "Shamshera first look: Ranbir Kapoor's birthday present for fans is an intense new poster, check it out". The Indian Express. 29 September 2021. Retrieved 26 October 2021.
- ^ a b "Ranbir Kapoor's Shamshera to release in 2020". The Indian Express. 4 July 2018. Retrieved 4 December 2018.
- ^ "Ranbir Kapoor's Shamshera gets its 'roaring villain' in Sanjay Dutt". www.hindustantimes.com. 10 May 2018. Retrieved 4 December 2018.
- ^ "Vaani Kapoor joins Ranbir Kapoor in Shamshera, continues Yash Raj streak". www.hindustantimes.com. 14 May 2018. Retrieved 4 December 2018.
- ^ "'Shamshera': Ranbir Kapoor gets massive fort built for his period drama". 3 December 2018. Retrieved 4 December 2018.
- ^ "Vaani Kapoor pushes her limits as an artiste as she takes professional training in Kathak for Shamshera". Bollywood Hungama. 25 March 2019. Retrieved 25 March 2019.
- ^ "BREAKING: Yash Raj Films unveils release dates of its forthcoming films!". Bollywood Hungama. 17 February 2021. Retrieved 17 February 2021.