Jaat Movie
Jaat is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action film directed by Gopichand Malineni, marking his Hindi film debut. The film stars Sunny Deol in the lead role, with Randeep Hooda portraying the antagonist. Released theatrically on April 10, 2025, Jaat garnered attention for its high-octane action sequences and mass appeal.(Wikipedia)
Plot Overview
Set in a coastal village in Andhra Pradesh, the story revolves around Ranatunga (Randeep Hooda), a former Sri Lankan laborer who, after discovering hidden gold, establishes a criminal empire across multiple villages. His reign of terror leaves the villagers in fear and despair. Enter Brigadier Baldev Pratap Singh, aka Jaat (Sunny Deol), a mysterious outsider who arrives in the village and decides to stand up against Ranatunga’s tyranny. The film follows Jaat’s mission to bring justice to the oppressed villagers, leading to a series of intense confrontations.
Cast of Jaat Movie
- Sunny Deol as Brigadier Baldev Pratap Singh / Jaat
- Randeep Hooda as Ranatunga / Muthuvel Karikalan
- Regina Cassandra as Bharathi, Ranatunga’s wife
- Saiyami Kher as SI Vijayalakshmi
- Vineet Kumar Singh as Somulu, Ranatunga’s brother
- Jagapathi Babu, Ramya Krishnan, Zarina Wahab, P. Ravi Shankar, Ajay Ghosh, Babloo Prithiveeraj, Swaroopa Ghosh, and Makarand Deshpande in supporting roles.
Production Details
- Director: Gopichand Malineni
- Producers: Naveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Shankar, T.G. Vishwa Prasad, Vivek Kuchibotla
- Production Companies: Mythri Movie Makers, People Media Factory
- Cinematography: Rishi Punjabi
- Editing: Navin Nooli
- Music: Thaman S
- Runtime: 153 minutes
- Language: Hindi
Release and Reception
Jaat was released in theaters on April 10, 2025, and emerged as a commercial success, grossing between ₹112–119.24 crore worldwide. Critics praised Sunny Deol’s performance and the film’s action sequences, though some noted the storyline’s lack of innovation. The Times of India rated the film 3 out of 5, highlighting its blend of South Indian action flair and North Indian heroism. (Wikipedia)
OTT Release
For those who missed the theatrical release, Jaat is set to stream on Netflix starting June 5, 2025. This provides an opportunity for a wider audience to experience the film’s action-packed narrative.
Conclusion
Jaat delivers a classic action drama experience, with Sunny Deol’s powerful performance at its core. While the film follows a familiar narrative structure, its execution and mass appeal make it a noteworthy addition to the action genre. Fans of traditional action films will find Jaat to be an engaging watch.
