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Fighter is a 2024 Indian Hindi-language action film directed by Siddharth Anand, based on a story he wrote with Ramon Chibb. Produced under Viacom18 Studios and Marflix Pictures, the film stars Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor, and serves as the first installment in a planned aerial action franchise.

Fighter Movie Overview

Movie Name Fighter
25 January 2024
Spoken Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 40m
Genres
Action/Thriller
Country
India
Director
Siddharth Anand
Producer
Siddharth Anand, Ramon Chibb, Ajit Andhare
Production Company
Viacom18 Studios

Fighter Movie Cast

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Actor Name Character Name
Hrithik Roshan
Shamsher Pathania
Anil Kapoor
Rakesh Jaisingh
Deepika Padukone
Minal Rathore
Sanjeeda Sheikh
Saanchi
Karan Singh Grover
Sartaaj Gill

Fighter Movie Story

In Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, a terrorist group led by Azhar Akhtar plans to attack India, targeting the Srinagar Air Force Station of the Indian Air Force. Group captain Rakesh “Rocky” Jai Singh forms a team called “Air Dragons” to counter the threat. The team, consisting of skilled fighter pilots like Shamsher “Patty” Pathania, Minal “Minni” Rathore, Sartaj “Taj” Gill, Basheer “Bash” Khan, and Sukhdeep “Sukhi” Singh, bonds during training. Meanwhile, Minni develops feelings for Patty, who is haunted by his past after losing his fiancée in a previous mission. When Akhtar organizes an attack on CRPF soldiers in Pulwama, the Indian Air Force and RAW agent Zarina Begum plan a counterattack on Akhtar’s base in Balakot. Despite their success, it leads to conflict between India and Pakistan. In response, the Pakistani Air Force attacks an Indian base. Patty, Taj, and Bash cross the border against orders, leading to Taj and Bash’s capture. Patty is suspended and placed as a flying instructor in Hyderabad. It’s revealed that Rocky blames Patty for his sister Naina’s death. The Pakistani government promises to return Taj and Bash safely, but Sukhi reveals Bash was killed and Taj is badly injured. Patty defies orders to rescue Taj. They infiltrate enemy territory, rescue Taj, and kill Akhtar. In the end, Minni and Patty celebrate their victory.

Fighter Movie Review

“Fighter” is a Bollywood military drama, inspired by “Top Gun: Maverick,” set in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It recalls real-life events like the 2019 Pulwama attack and the Balakot air strike. The film follows Indian Air Force pilots, including Rakesh “Rocky” Jai Singh and Shamsher “Patty” Pathania, as they face off against terrorists led by Azhar Akthar. Despite being banned in Gulf countries, the movie was a hit in India. The film portrays patriotism, focusing on Indian nationalism rather than vilifying Pakistani people. However, it simplifies complex political issues and doesn’t criticize the Indian government. The storyline revolves around Patty’s conviction in India’s strength against its enemies. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, “Fighter” features standard Bollywood tropes, including romantic musical numbers and dramatic confrontations. Roshan’s charisma shines through as he navigates through the film’s action-packed sequences. Directed by Siddharth Anand, “Fighter” delivers on its promises, offering thrilling aerial chases and showcasing Roshan’s performance. While it follows familiar tropes, it remains engaging for audiences seeking action-packed entertainment.      

Fighter Movie Rating

According to the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, only 33% of the 24 critics’ reviews were positive, with an average rating of 5.4/10. India Today rated the film 4 out of 5 stars, praising the action and performances. The Times of India gave it 3.5 out of 5 stars, appreciating the performances and technical aspects. However, NDTV.com rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars, praising the technical aspects but criticizing the clichéd storyline. Hindustan Times described “Fighter” as a worthwhile watch for its entertaining performances and thrilling aerial action. The Indian Express gave it 2.5 out of 5 stars, criticizing its excessive nationalism. Meanwhile, Film Companion gave a negative review, highlighting flaws in the storyline and dialogues.

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Q: Is "Fighter" inspired by a true story?

Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor headline ‘Fighter’, an intense action-adventure movie influenced by the actual Balakot airstrike.

Q: Was "Fighter" a box office hit or a flop?

As per trade analyst Manobala Vijayabalan, “Fighter” has earned Rs 318 crore worldwide till date and is expected to surpass the Rs 320 crore milestone today. This brings the total global earnings for Hrithik and Siddharth’s three films to over Rs 1100 crore.  

Q: Is "Fighter" inspired by "Top Gun"?

Indeed, there have been times when we’ve drawn inspiration from movies. It’s disheartening to see the diminishing respect for films among audiences. Regarding “Fighter,” it’s understandable that the immediate comparison is to “Top Gun” due to its focus on fighter jets. However, upon closer inspection of the trailer, one can discern that there’s no actual connection to “Top Gun.”

Q: What is the budget of fighter movie?

Over the weekend, the movie ‘Fighter,’ produced on a budget of ₹250 crore, picked up pace. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film garnered ₹197 crore net in India during its 18-day theatrical run, as per industry tracker Sacnilk.