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Pathaan (2023 film)

Pathaan is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The movie features Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role, alongside Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, Dimple Kapadia, and Ashutosh Rana in important roles. It serves as the fourth installment in the YRF Spy Universe and expands the franchise by introducing character crossovers from earlier films. The story revolves around an exiled RAW agent who joins forces with an ISI agent to stop a former RAW operative turned rogue, who threatens India with a deadly lab-created virus.

Pathaan (2023 film)

Directed by	Siddharth Anand
Screenplay by	Shridhar Raghavan
Dialogues by	Abbas Tyrewala
Story by	Siddharth Anand
Produced by	Aditya Chopra
Starring	Shah Rukh KhanDeepika PadukoneJohn AbrahamDimple KapadiaAshutosh Rana
Cinematography	Satchith Paulose
Edited by	Aarif Sheikh
Music by	Songs: Vishal–Shekhar Score: Sanchit Balhara and Ankit Balhara
Production company	Yash Raj Films
Distributed by	Yash Raj Films
Release date	25 January 2023
Running time	146 minutes[a]
Country	India
Language	Hindi[3]
Budget	₹250 crore[4][5]
Box office	est. ₹1,050.30 crore[6]

Plot

After the Indian government revokes Article 370 in 2019, a terminally ill Pakistani Army officer, General Qadir, seeks revenge against India and partners with a private terrorist group known as Outfit X. Meanwhile, RAW agent Pathaan returns to duty and begins investigating a growing international threat connected to the organization.

Pathaan and fellow officer Nandini Grewal form a covert unit called J.O.C.R., consisting of retired agents willing to continue serving the country. During a mission in Dubai, they attempt to stop a planned attack but discover that Outfit X’s real objective is to kidnap two scientists linked to a dangerous project. The operation introduces Jim, a former Indian agent who turned rogue after a tragic personal loss and now leads Outfit X.

As Pathaan tracks the conspiracy across Europe, he encounters Rubina “Rubai” Mohsin, a former ISI agent with ties to the operation. Their alliance becomes complicated when Pathaan learns about a mysterious codeword called “Raktbeej.” After a series of betrayals and confrontations, Pathaan discovers that Raktbeej refers to a deadly mutated virus being developed as a biological weapon.

With time running out, Pathaan and Rubai join forces to stop Jim’s plan to unleash the virus. Their mission takes them from Siberia to India, where they attempt to prevent a large-scale attack involving missiles and a passenger aircraft carrying the virus. After an intense mid-air confrontation, Pathaan manages to neutralize the threat and defeat Jim.

In the aftermath, Pathaan is reinstated and appointed as the head of J.O.C.R., tasked with mentoring a new generation of agents. A mid-credits scene shows Pathaan and Tiger discussing retirement but ultimately deciding to continue protecting the country.

Cast

• Shah Rukh Khan as Pathaan — a RAW agent
• Deepika Padukone as Dr. Rubina “Rubai” Mohsin — an ISI agent
• Grace Girdhar as young Rubina
• John Abraham as Jim — leader of Outfit X and former RAW agent
• Dimple Kapadia as Dr. Nandini Grewal — head of JOCR
• Ashutosh Rana as Colonel Sunil Luthra — RAW chief
• Prakash Belawadi as Dr. Sahani
• Prem Jhangiani as Dr. Farooqui
• Shaji Choudhary as Raza — JOCR member
• Ekta Kaul as Shweta Bajaj — hacker and JOCR member
• Diganta Hazarika as Joseph Mathews — sniper and JOCR member
• Viraf Patel as Rishi Arya — intelligence analyst and JOCR member
• Aakash Bhatija as Amol — JOCR member
• Rajat Kaul as Raafe — Jim’s henchman and former GID agent
• Manish Wadhwa as General Qadir
• Rumi Khan as Jim’s henchman
• Mansi Taxak as Jim’s wife
• Ashutosh Singh as Rubai’s father
• Amanpreet Hundal as Rubai’s mother
• Keith Sequeira as Captain Mehra
• Rakesh Khatri as ATC Supervisor
• Mustafa Aksari as Fayyed — arms dealer
• Jeffrey Adams Goldberg as Anton
• Rachel Ann Mullins as Alice
• Nikhat Khan as Sabba — Pathaan’s foster mother
• Tino Mung as pilot

Cameo appearance

• Salman Khan as Avinash “Tiger” Singh Rathore

Production

Development

The film Pathaan was officially announced on 2 March 2022 by Yash Raj Films along with lead actors Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham through their social media platforms. The announcement included a first-look teaser and the release date. Prior to the official reveal, several cast and crew members had hinted about the project. The film also marked YRF’s first project designed for Dolby Cinema presentation.

Casting

Casting for the film was handled by Shanoo Sharma. Shah Rukh Khan was signed for the lead role in September 2020. Deepika Padukone joined the project later that year, while John Abraham became part of the main cast in mid-2021. Dimple Kapadia was also cast in an important role. Salman Khan was confirmed for a special cameo appearance, reprising his popular character from the Tiger franchise.

Filming

Principal photography began in November 2020 in Mumbai. In early 2021, the production moved to Dubai where several large-scale action sequences were filmed. Shooting was temporarily paused due to COVID-19 related restrictions but resumed later at Yash Raj Studios in Mumbai. Additional schedules included song and action sequences shot in Spain, particularly in Mallorca and Cádiz. The film wrapped after completing major shoots in Mumbai, followed by some additional scenes and reshoots in late 2022. The movie was filmed across multiple international locations, including India, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Russia, Italy and France. It also became one of the first Indian films to shoot scenes near Siberia’s Lake Baikal.

Music

The soundtrack of Pathaan featured songs composed by Vishal–Shekhar, with lyrics written by Kumaar. The album included popular tracks such as “Besharam Rang” and “Jhoome Jo Pathaan,” along with instrumental themes composed by Sanchit and Ankit Balhara. The music was released in Hindi as well as dubbed versions in Tamil and Telugu.

Controversies

Before release, the film faced controversies related to one of its songs, “Besharam Rang.” Some groups objected to certain visuals and costumes, leading to public debates and protests in a few regions. The Central Board of Film Certification reviewed the film and suggested minor modifications before granting it a U/A certificate. Despite the discussions and protests, the film released successfully with security arrangements in place in several states.

Marketing and Release

Marketing

The makers announced the release date of Pathaan on 2 March 2022 through an official teaser. Later, a first-look motion poster was unveiled on 25 June 2022, creating strong anticipation among fans. The film’s teaser was released on 2 November 2022 to mark Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, followed by the official trailer on 10 January 2023. As part of promotions, the trailer was displayed on the Burj Khalifa in Dubai on 14 January 2023. Unlike typical big-budget releases, the promotional campaign followed a low-key strategy with limited media interactions and no large public promotional events before release.

Theatrical Release

Pathaan was released theatrically in India on 25 January 2023 during the Republic Day weekend. The film was presented in standard, IMAX and 4DX formats, along with dubbed versions in Tamil and Telugu. It also became the first Indian film to be released in the ICE theatre format. Following its success, the film was later released in Bangladesh on 12 May 2023, making it the first Hindi film to receive a theatrical release there. International releases followed in Russia on 13 July 2023 and Japan on 1 September 2023.

Home Media

The digital streaming rights of the film were acquired by Amazon Prime Video for a reported amount of ₹100 crore. An extended version of the film premiered on the platform on 22 March 2023 and was made available in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages.

Reception

Box Office

Pathaan set multiple box-office records upon release and emerged as one of the biggest Hindi film successes. It became the first Hindi film to cross ₹100 crore worldwide on its opening day, earning around ₹106 crore globally, including strong collections from both India and overseas markets. The film recorded the highest opening for a Hindi film in India at that time, with exceptional earnings in the domestic Hindi market as well as across all language versions.

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The film continued its strong momentum by crossing ₹200 crore worldwide within two days, ₹300 crore in three days, and ₹400 crore in four days, becoming the fastest Hindi film to reach these milestones. In India, it quickly crossed the ₹200 crore and ₹300 crore marks within its first week, surpassing previous records held by the Hindi version of KGF: Chapter 2. By its second weekend, it became the first original Hindi film to cross ₹400 crore net at the domestic box office.

Internationally, the film performed exceptionally well, collecting around US$25 million during its extended opening weekend overseas. IMAX collections were among the highest for an Indian film. In North America, the movie achieved record-breaking earnings for a Hindi film and continued strong runs in the UK, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and several other territories. It eventually became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films overseas without a release in China.

As the theatrical run progressed, Pathaan achieved several major milestones, including becoming the first Hindi film to cross ₹500 crore net in India. It later entered the ₹1000 crore worldwide club, becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The film also performed strongly in South Indian markets, becoming the first Hindi film to cross ₹100 crore in that region. With millions of tickets sold worldwide, trade analysts declared the film an all-time blockbuster. By April 2023, the film’s worldwide gross exceeded ₹1,050 crore, making it one of the most successful films in Shah Rukh Khan’s career.

Critical Response

Pathaan received generally positive reviews from critics. Review aggregator websites showed favourable ratings, with critics praising its large-scale action, star performances, and entertainment value, while some reviews mentioned that the film relied heavily on spectacle over realism.

In India, many critics appreciated the film as a complete commercial entertainer. Reviewers highlighted Shah Rukh Khan’s screen presence, high-energy action sequences, music, and stylish presentation. Several publications described the film as a mass-action spectacle filled with strong performances and engaging moments. Critics also praised the chemistry between the lead actors and the film’s contribution to the expanding spy universe.

However, some reviews offered mixed opinions, pointing out over-the-top action scenes and occasional storytelling issues. Despite these criticisms, many reviewers agreed that the film successfully delivered a crowd-pleasing theatrical experience with strong entertainment value.

International critics gave varied responses. Some praised the film for its energetic action, star power, and cinematic scale, while others felt the narrative was exaggerated or uneven. Even among mixed reviews, the performances of the lead actors and the film’s ambitious action style received recognition.

Awards

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Future

Pathaan 2

Following the success of Pathaan, a sequel titled Pathaan 2 has been officially confirmed to be in development. The film is expected to continue the story within the YRF Spy Universe, with Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone set to reprise their respective roles. According to production updates, the sequel will move forward with a new creative direction, as the first film’s director, Siddharth Anand, will not be attached to the project. Further details regarding the cast, plot, and release timeline are yet to be announced.

EXTERNAL LINKS

WIKIPEDIA :- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pathaan_(film)#

IMDB :- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12844910/

INTERNAL LINKS

BAJARANGI BHAIJAAN :-

KGF : CHAPTER2 :- https://cinemaatlas.com/k-g-f-chapter-2-k-g-f-chapter-2-collections/

1.What is Pathaan runtime?

2 hours and 26 minutes.

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2.When was Pathaan released?

January 25, 2023.

3.When was Pathaan released?

January 25, 2023.

4.When was Pathaan released?

January 25, 2023.

5.What is Pathaan IMDb rating?

5.8/10.

6.Who are the lead actors in Pathaan?

Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, John Abraham.

7.Who wrote Pathaan movie?

Siddharth Anand, Shridhar Raghavan, Abbas Tyrewala.

8.Who directed Pathaan?

Siddharth Anand.

9.Who composed music for Pathaan?

Vishal Dadlani, Shekhar Ravjiani, Ankit Balhara, Sanchit Balhara.

10.Who produced Pathaan?

Aditya Chopra

11.What is the budget of Pathaan?

₹225 Crore (approx.).

12.How much did Pathaan earn worldwide?

$113 Million (approx.).

13.Is Pathaan movie certified?

U/A Certificate.