Naam (2024 film)
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| Naam | |
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| Directed by | Vikas Bahl |
| Written by | Aamil Keeyan Khan |
| Story by | Krishnadev Yagnik |
| Based on | Vash by Krishnadev Yagnik |
| Produced by |
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| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Sudhakar Reddy Yakkanti |
| Edited by | Sandeep Francis |
| Music by | Amit Trivedi |
Production companies | |
| Distributed by | Panorama Studios |
Release date |
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Running time | 132 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹60–65 crore[2][3] |
| Box office | ₹211 crore[4] |
Shaitaan (transl. Devil) is a 2024 Indian Hindi-language supernatural horror thriller film directed by Vikas Bahl and produced by Devgn Films, Jio Studios, and Panorama Studios.[5] It stars Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, Jyothika, Janki Bodiwala, and Anngad Raaj.[6][7]
An adaptation of the 2023 Gujarati film Vash which also starred Bodiwala, Shaitaan revolves about a family which finds trouble when their daughter falls under the spell of black magic cast by a stranger, and they set out to stop the possession and uncover the stranger's motives. The film was officially announced in May 2023, and entirely shot within the next three months in Dehradun and London.[8] This is Jyothika's comeback to Bollywood since her debut film Doli Saja Ke Rakhna (1998).[8]
Shaitaan was theatrically released on 8 March 2024, coinciding with Maha Shivaratri, to positive reviews from critics.[9] Grossing ₹211.06 crore worldwide on an estimated budget of ₹60–65 crore, the film ranks as the fifth highest-grossing Hindi film of 2024 and the second highest-grossing Indian horror film of all time.[4][10][6] A sequel is in the scripting stage.[11]
Plot
[edit]The story of 'Naam' revolves around a man, played by Ajay Devgn, who embarks on a journey to rediscover his identity after losing his memory.
Cast
[edit]- Ajay Devgn in a dual role as
- CBI officer Amar Chaudhary/Amar Kumar/Shekhar
- Michael D'Souza, a professional killer
- Sameera Reddy as Lovely
- Bhumika Chawla as Dr. Pooja
- Rahul Dev as Vikram
- Shriya Sharma as Muskaan, Pooja's daughter
- Yashpal Sharma as CBI officer Yadav
- Mukesh Tiwari as Mukesh
- Sharat Saxena as CBI chief Safaraz Khan
- Rajpal Yadav as Kunj Bihari
- Vijay Raaz as Shyamlal
- Vidya Malvade as Vidya
- Mahie Gill as Mahi
- Shehzad Khan as Mansoor Khan
- Rajkummar Rao as a narrator of the film
Production
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This action-drama entertainer began shooting in 2004 and was planned for release in 2005, 2006, 2008, and 2014 but its release got delayed multiple times due to various issues. The film's original title was "Benaam," but it was later changed to "Naam." It was shot in Switzerland and Mumbai.
Music
[edit]The music for the movie are composed by Sajid–Wajid and Himesh Reshammiya. Lyrics are written by Sameer Anjaan and Jalees Sherwani.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(S) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Dum Dum Maro" | Jalees Sherwani | Sajid–Wajid | Sunidhi Chauhan, Wajid Khan | 4:22 |
| 2. | "Laila" | Sameer Anjaan | Himesh Reshammiya | Sunidhi Chauhan, Kunal Ganjawala | 5:14 |
| 3. | "Yuhi Nahi" | Sameer Anjaan | Himesh Reshammiya | Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik | 5:56 |
| 4. | "Yuhi Nahi" (Sad Version) | Sameer Anjaan | Himesh Reshammiya | Udit Narayan | 2:10 |
| 5. | "Ishq Da" | Sameer Anjaan | Himesh Reshammiya | Sunidhi Chauhan | 4:35 |
| 6. | "Yuhi Nahi" (Duet Version) | Sameer Anjaan | Himesh Reshammiya | Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik | 6:32 |
References
[edit]- ^ "CBFC grants U/A certificate to Ajay Devgn-starrer Shaitaan while the original version Vash was passed with an 'A' certificate, that too with 8 cuts". Bollywood Hungama. 5 March 2024. Archived from the original on 5 March 2024. Retrieved 5 March 2024.
- ^ "Shaitaan Salaries: Ajay Devgn charged Rs 25 crore – Know how much R Madhavan and others took home for the film". The Financial Express. 9 March 2024. Archived from the original on 9 March 2024. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ "Shaitaan Movie Fees: Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan And Others Charged This Much For The Movie". IndiaTimes. 9 March 2024. Archived from the original on 9 March 2024. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ a b "Shaitaan Box Office". Bollywood Hungama. 10 April 2024. Archived from the original on 9 March 2024. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ "Ajay Devgn teams up with Super 30 director Vikas Bahl for a supernatural thriller". Bollywood Hungama. 12 May 2023. Archived from the original on 26 January 2024. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- ^ a b "Shaitaan Teaser: Ajay Devgn, Jyotika And Madhavan Tangled In A Spookfest". NDTV. Archived from the original on 25 January 2024. Retrieved 25 January 2024.
- ^ Lalwani, Vickey (15 May 2023). "Mystery Solved: Jyotika will play Ajay Devgn's wife and Janki Bodiwala their daughter in 'Vash' remake". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 18 May 2023. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- ^ a b "Makers Of Ajay Devgn-Led 'Vash' Remake STOPPED The Film From Going Public On Internet". The Times of India. 20 May 2023. Archived from the original on 28 January 2024. Retrieved 26 January 2024.
- ^ "Shaitaan Movie Review: Grips with a sinister atmosphere and stellar performances". The Times of India.
- ^ "Shaitaan Box Office Collection Day 10: ₹133 crore worldwide". 18 March 2024. Archived from the original on 18 March 2024. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
- ^ Desk, India TV News; News, India TV (8 August 2024). "After Shaitaan success, Ajay Devgn gears up for its sequel, announcement soon". www.indiatvnews.com. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
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