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LOC: Kargil

  • 2003
  • Not Rated
  • 4h 15m
IMDb RATING
5.4/10
3.6K
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Sanjay Dutt, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Abhishek Bachchan, Manoj Bajpayee, Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, Suniel Shetty, and Karan Nath in LOC: Kargil (2003)
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Based on the real story during Kargil war fought between India and Pakistan in 1999.Based on the real story during Kargil war fought between India and Pakistan in 1999.Based on the real story during Kargil war fought between India and Pakistan in 1999.

  • Director
    • J.P. Dutta
  • Writers
    • J.P. Dutta
    • O.P. Dutta
  • Stars
    • Sanjay Dutt
    • Ajay Devgn
    • Saif Ali Khan
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.4/10
    3.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • J.P. Dutta
    • Writers
      • J.P. Dutta
      • O.P. Dutta
    • Stars
      • Sanjay Dutt
      • Ajay Devgn
      • Saif Ali Khan
    • 39User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 11 nominations total

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    Sanjay Dutt
    Sanjay Dutt
    • Lt. Col. Yogesh Kumar Joshi (Joe), 13 JAK Rifles
    Ajay Devgn
    Ajay Devgn
    • Lt. Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1 by 11 Gurkha Rifles
    Saif Ali Khan
    Saif Ali Khan
    • Capt. Anuj Nayyar, 17 Jat
    Suniel Shetty
    Suniel Shetty
    • Rifleman Sanjay Kumar, 13 JAK Rifles
    • (as Sunil Shetty)
    Sanjay Kapoor
    Sanjay Kapoor
    • Maj. Deepak Rampal, 17 Jat
    Abhishek Bachchan
    Abhishek Bachchan
    • Capt. Vikram Batra, 13 JAK Rifles
    Akshaye Khanna
    Akshaye Khanna
    • Lt. Balwan Singh Panghal, 18 Grenadiers
    Nagarjuna Akkineni
    Nagarjuna Akkineni
    • Maj. Padmapani Acharya, 2 Rajputana Rifles
    Ashutosh Rana
    Ashutosh Rana
    • Gren. Yogender Singh Yadav, 18 Grenadiers
    Rani Mukerji
    Rani Mukerji
    • Hema
    • (as Rani Mukherji)
    Karan Nath
    Karan Nath
    • Maj. Rajesh Singh Adhikari, 2 Mechanised Infantry
    Manoj Bajpayee
    Manoj Bajpayee
    • Gren. Yogender Singh Yadav, 18 Grenadiers
    • (as Manoj Bajpai)
    Kareena Kapoor
    Kareena Kapoor
    • Simran
    Raveena Tandon
    Raveena Tandon
    • Deepak Rampal's wife
    Mahima Chaudhry
    Mahima Chaudhry
    • Reena Yadav
    Namrata Shirodkar
    Namrata Shirodkar
    • Joshi's wife
    Preeti Jhangiani
    Preeti Jhangiani
    • Balwan Singh's fiancée
    Esha Deol
    Esha Deol
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      • J.P. Dutta
    • Writers
      • J.P. Dutta
      • O.P. Dutta
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    zscowlerhp

    A Biting Criticism of LoC

    First of all, the movie was 4 hours long. Normally it wouldn't be that much of a problem, but I think in LoC the movie just dragged on for too long. The assortment of actors and actors is incredible, save that fool Sunjay Dutt: his acting alone ruins any of the talent of the other actors. Usually I wouldn't be so harsh but I think in LoC he's especially bad. The dialogue is also way too deep; my 9 year old sister was really struggling with just following the plot. Moreover, I think the movie is too concerned with being popular with audiences than what the original screenwriters perhaps intended. What I mean is simply - the movie had the potential to send a strong message about the war, but the director got too bogged down with flaunting the cast, so much of the seriousness of the movie becomes lost. I think there's a shortage of good movies on all the fighting and violence that's going on, so part of my displeasure at LoC stems from that frustration; the younger generations of India, and indeed, of the world, need to be well-informed about the atrocities that are occurring. Movies like LoC turn the seriousness of the situation into a big joke. Slowly, we're brainwashing people and normalizing people to the idea that violence in the world is not as terrible, when in fact we need to be teaching the opposite. I think it'd be a waste of time to watch this movie, and while I was dumb enough to see it (I plead ignorance), I urge the denizens of the world to boycott this movie and any future movie that fails to relay the significance of world politics and makes a mockery out of war.
    5starship_plc

    Long and boring

    The long hyped LOC Kargil movie turned out to be a load of crap, once again, much to the disappointment of eager viewers. When it comes to movies like these, the director should concentrate most on the battle scenes but those are the most flawed portions of the film. Basically ever single battle is the same where two groups of soldiers keep shooting each other until the Indians finally bring a Carl Gustav Rocket launcher and blow up the enemy position. The fight sequences are corny and poorly done. One wonders why they did'nt do that in the first place? Next, the Indian airforce is hardly ever seen. Next, there are long and pointless and crappy songs. Next, there is no story nor any subplots nor any satisfaction of seeing any objectives achieved by the soldiers. Watch it on TV or DVD but I would'nt waste my time in the theatre. Watch it for the witty dialog and some amusing scenes. If you want to watch an Indian war movie, go watch Lakshya instead.
    4ssvikas

    Warning: You may fall asleep during some of the long drawn songs

    Storyline: The film spanning 4-odd hours covers in adequate details the happenings at the Kargil sector near the LOC in 1999 when the Pakistani infiltrators had crossed the LOC and had entered deep into the Indian territory and the Indian Retaliation. To know more about the story, I would suggest readers to read the news-items pertaining to Kargil.

    Comment: If one is looking for a formula story in this movie, then one can be sure that it is absent. LOC is a story of Pure sacrifice, patriotism, courage and lots and lots of bullets and Blood. The movie hall where I saw this film was full of whistles and cheers when the Film shows Indian Bravery. Movie audience seemed similar to Audiences like in an India vs Pak cricket match.

    Watch the movie as a tribute to the Army's sacrifice and for the characterization of the real-life war heroes (4 PVC honoured heroes) who have sacrificed their lives so that we could see this day. The movie has made a brilliant portrayal of the Army who have battled all odds in rough weather conditions. The film's negatives are that it is too stretched and the songs are extremely boring.
    9vikashpatodia

    Dil Maange More

    LOC Kargil is an apt tribute to the Indian Army's Operation Vijay. The movie has captured the significant events of the war in great detail. Compassion among the army officers is very well portrayed. At the same time, the scenes on their personal lives are well shot. All actors have played their role really well. The movie is a tad long.. however, if you are interested in the story, you won't be bored.. Ppl who have called this movie boring and downgraded the movie are fit for watching movies like Baaghi 3 where the hero alone destroys the entire ISIS.. unfortunately in real life it doesn't happen like this.. Each victory comes at huge costs in terms of casualties.. Jai Hind..
    10geetha_mateo

    A wonderful movie...a tribute to our brave soldiers.

    LOC is one of the most moving movies ever made. The movie is based on the war that actually happened in Kargil between India and Pakistan. LOC is a tribute, a homage to our brave and selfless soldiers who have laid down their lives to safeguard ours. This movie has made me realize the extent of sacrifice a soldier makes to protect us scores of civilians most of whom he does not even know. It has made me see them in a completely different light and i cannot help but appreciate the effort of a film maker who has tried to immortalize their sacrifice on the celluloid.

    The movie is long. But that is because the script demands it. The movie has an amazing cast and everyone has given outstanding performances. It is an emotional journey and a saga of unseen bravery and unimaginable strength of character.

    The film's characters represent the Kargil martyrs and the other brave soldiers of the Indian Army. So you have Captain Anuj Nayyar, Captain Vikram Batra, Lieutenant Manoj Pandey, Lieutenant Colonel Y K Joshi and many of the other brave men who authored the script that made India the winner in the Kargil war. It captures their valor in the field of battle, shows how they dealt with each new challenge and each new hardship with renewed vigor, how they motivated the soldiers under their command under the most pressured conditions and how they destroyed their enemies. It encapsulates the soldier's quest for victory in extremely hostile conditions.

    LOC Kargil is based on authentic research and gives you the events as they took place. A lot of care has been taken to see that the film is accurate even in its minutest detail. The background score and dialogs are gripping. The songs too, are pretty intense and have been extremely well written and composed. The lyrics motivate you, move you and also wrench your heart out.

    LOC tries to tell the story of the soldiers and their families. It tells you about the sacrifice that a soldier makes for his country and the loss that his family suffers in the process. As the trailers said..."every bullet in a war finds its mark... into a woman's heart". A lot of soldiers died in the Kargil war and this movie makes an effort to show their sacrifice before we forget it. It is a must watch, especially for every Indian in the world.

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    • Trivia
      One of the longest films in the world with its 4 hour 15 minute-long screen play. Based on the story of Indian soldiers at Kargil and their war efforts against Pakistan (Operation Vijay), the movie attempted to give each character a good background story.
    • Goofs
      When the battalion army is interrupted by one of their own which has recently met an accident with truck filled with 8 martyrs. The camera inside the truck can be seen when a side angle is shown during the truck going back to the country.
    • Quotes

      Lt. Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1 by 11 Gurkha Rifles: At ease. I've ordered you to rest. Even though I know for the next few days resting will be sin for us. Because we've been given such work that we won't get rest. Our aim is Kukarthang post. 3 Punjab and 16 Grenadier soldiers are trying to capture that post since some days. But the strength and ammunition of the enemies is such that our soldiers couldn't move at all. We've to go to help them. I know the task isn't simple. But looking at the guts, strength and history of the Gurkha regiment the task doesn't seem so difficult too. Any doubts?

      All soldiers: No, sir!

      Lt. Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1 by 11 Gurkha Rifles: We'll go with ammunitions. But we'll have to go with stretchers too.

      Soldier: It means many of us won't return.

      Lt. Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1 by 11 Gurkha Rifles: All of us will return, whatever state they're in. That's my promise. We won't leave even one soldier behind. Any doubt?

      All soldiers: No, sir.

      Thapa: But sir, some men will die.

      Lt. Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1 by 11 Gurkha Rifles: Sure. Maybe you don't know that angel of death is choosy too. It picks the most handsome of soldiers.

      Thapa: Then I don't have any chance, sir. I'm not handsome.

      Lt. Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1 by 11 Gurkha Rifles: That's what you think, Thapa. Ask your mother how handsome you are.

    • Connections
      Featured in 49th Manikchand Filmfare Awards 2003 (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      Seemayein Bulaye Tujhe
      Music by Anu Malik

      Lyrics by Javed Akhtar

      Performed by Alka Yagnik

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    • Release date
      • December 12, 2003 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Language
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • Линия контроля: Каргил
    • Filming locations
      • Leh, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, India
    • Production company
      • J.P. Films
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    • Budget
      • ₹400,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $621,103
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $223,793
      • Dec 28, 2003
    • Gross worldwide
      • $621,103
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    • Runtime
      • 4h 15m(255 min)
    • Color
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