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Animal (2023) – Full Details
Overview
Title: Animal (2023, Indian Hindi-language action drama)Director & Editor: Sandeep Reddy Vanga (also co-wrote screenplay) (Wikipedia)Screenplay: Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Suresh Bandaru (Wikipedia)Producers: Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Murad Khetani, Pranay Reddy Vanga (Wikipedia)Music & Score: Includes work by Pritam, A. R. Rahman, JAM8, and others (Wikipedia)Runtime: Approximately 201 minutes (one of the longest Indian films ever) (Wikipedia)Cast
Ranbir Kapoor as Ranvijay “Vijay” SinghAnil Kapoor as Balbir Singh (his father)Bobby Deol in a chilling, largely mute antagonist roleRashmika Mandanna, Triptii Dimri, and othersPlot (Spoiler-Heavy)
Vijay, deeply neglected by his father Balbir (a powerful industrialist), returns home when he learns an assassin tried to kill him. (JH Movie Fandom, Wikipedia)Conflict at home and tension with his brother-in-law Varun escalates. Vijay leaves, marries Geetanjali, and builds a life abroad. (JH Movie Fandom)After Balbir's attempted assassination, Vijay forms a band of allies and a disguised decoy—only to uncover a violent conspiracy. He ruthlessly takes vengeance, survives a coma, undergoes a heart transplant, and begins an affair. (JH Movie Fandom)In the post-credits, a doppelgänger is revealed plotting revenge—hinting at a sequel. (JH Movie Fandom, Wikipedia)Reception & Themes
Box Office & Awards:Grossed between ₹905–917 crore worldwide, becoming the third highest-grossing Indian film of 2023 and Ranbir Kapoor’s biggest hit. (Wikipedia)Garnered 19 Filmfare nominations and 6 wins, including Best Actor. Won National Awards for Best Background Music, Sound Design, and a Special Mention. (Wikipedia)Critical Response:Critics praised Ranbir's performance, action sequences, music, cinematography, and technical execution. (Wikipedia, theboar.org)However, the film drew strong criticism for its extreme violence, misogyny, disturbing themes, and toxic portrayal of masculinity. (Common Sense Media, theboar.org, Medium)Common Sense Media even flags it as "extremely violent," "gory," and "misogynistic," recommending it only for adults (16+). (Common Sense Media)Analytical Perspectives:A reviewer likened the storyline to a brutal “alpha male” saga—mirroring hunger for power and legacy. (Medium)Another article described it as a three-and-a-half-hour deep dive into father–son dynamics—overflowing with adulation, confrontation, and carnage. (theboar.org)What the Reviews Say
Medium (Amrit Hallan):Ranbir plays a violent man desperate for his billionaire father's approval. Nonlinear editing and storytelling left some scenes feeling disjointed. (Medium)Film Companion:The climax includes a dramatic confrontation in Scotland, familial reconciliation, and subtle hints toward cyclical violence and legacy. (Film Companion)Reddit (r/bollywood):“An unknown assailant targets Arjun’s father… his return marks a transformation… he emerges as a criminal… this sets the stage for a brutal gang war.” (Reddit)Summary Table
Aspect Details Genre Indian action-drama with heavy themes of violence, revenge, and dysfunctional dynamics Length ~201 minutes Strengths Strong performances, high production values, gripping action Criticisms Graphic violence, misogyny, toxic masculinity Notable Aspects Commercial success, awards buzz, and hints of a sequel (Animal Park) in post-credits (Wikipedia) Final Thoughts
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