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Wanted

  • 2009
  • Not Rated
  • 2h 27m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
28K
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Salman Khan in Wanted (2009)
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One-Person Army ActionActionThriller

Radhe is a ruthless gangster who will kill anyone for money. He is attracted towards Jhanvi, a middle class girl, who does not approve of his work and wants him to change.Radhe is a ruthless gangster who will kill anyone for money. He is attracted towards Jhanvi, a middle class girl, who does not approve of his work and wants him to change.Radhe is a ruthless gangster who will kill anyone for money. He is attracted towards Jhanvi, a middle class girl, who does not approve of his work and wants him to change.

  • Director
    • Prabhu Deva
  • Writers
    • Sunil Kumar Agrawal
    • Shabbir Ahmed
    • Shiraz Ahmed
  • Stars
    • Salman Khan
    • Ayesha Takia
    • Prakash Raj
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    28K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Prabhu Deva
    • Writers
      • Sunil Kumar Agrawal
      • Shabbir Ahmed
      • Shiraz Ahmed
    • Stars
      • Salman Khan
      • Ayesha Takia
      • Prakash Raj
    • 71User reviews
    • 8Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins & 11 nominations total

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    Salman Khan
    Salman Khan
    • Radhe
    Ayesha Takia
    Ayesha Takia
    • Jhanvi
    Prakash Raj
    Prakash Raj
    • Ghani Bhai
    Vinod Khanna
    Vinod Khanna
    • Shrikant Shekhawat
    Govind Namdeo
    Govind Namdeo
    • Police Commissioner Ashraf Taufeeq Khan
    Mahesh Manjrekar
    Mahesh Manjrekar
    • Inspector Talpade
    Inder Kumar
    Inder Kumar
    • Ajay
    Mahek Chahal
    Mahek Chahal
    • Shaina
    Manoj Pahwa
    Manoj Pahwa
    • Sonu Gates
    Asseem Merchant
    • Golden Bhai
    Harry Josh
    Harry Josh
    • Jankiz
    Prateeksha Lonkar
    Prateeksha Lonkar
    • Jhanvi's mother
    Sarfaraz Khan
    Sarfaraz Khan
    • Radhe's friend
    Sajid Ali
    Sajid Ali
    • Radhe's friend
    • (as Sajid Khan)
    Raju Mavani
    Raju Mavani
    • Datta Pawle
    Akshay Biswas
    Susilakar Gv
    Manisha Chetterjee
    • Commissioner's daughter
    • Director
      • Prabhu Deva
    • Writers
      • Sunil Kumar Agrawal
      • Shabbir Ahmed
      • Shiraz Ahmed
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    User reviews71

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    8badboy_waqar_786

    Wanted Lives up to expectation

    When i watched the movie i expected a lot as i am a big fan of Salman Khan. The story of the movie moves along at a good pace, and you never really guess what is going on until it happens. I don't want to give away too much for those people who haven't watched the movie.

    Aisha Takia looks sexy as always, in my opinion she is very under rated in the business.

    is a story that will not be new to most regular bollywood movie watchers the twist is very good.

    Salman Khan looks very big in the movie and they show him as a Herculean man who can beat up any1. this look suits salman very well.

    Overall it is a movie which i would recommend it has some good action sequences and the story is also quite entertaining.
    8mydestination

    'Wanted' is really wanted.. a must watch

    Most of you must be knowing that 'Wanted' is remake of Telugu 'Pokiri'. The Telugu version was itself a great.. so any remake will be delighting. And Prabhu Deva has not made much wear and tear to its original version. That makes 'Wanted' a full entertaining movie. After watching the first show, I expect most will like it and hopefully Salman's wanted will turn out to be a super-hit. Acting was awesome. Most of the crew have performed their role to perfection. Ayesha Takia was at her best. Prakash Raj has proved again and again that he can play any role flawless. Better can be expected from a star like Salman Khan. The bar of expectation risen high enough by a near perfect Mahesh Babu in the original 'Pokiri'. Salman has not done bad anyway. Songs do dishearten. Last but not the least the plot is superb that makes this movie so wonderful. My verdict: a must watch.
    5namashi_1

    Non-Stop Fighting & Dancing.....

    Prabhu Deva's 'Wanted' is strictly, strictly, strictly meant for the hoi polloi.

    Remake of a Telugu hit,'Wanted' reminds of 80's cinema of bollywood. Fights, Violence... Songs, Romance, Emotional Melodrama, ha 'Wanted' is so outdated. But no doubt, a film like 'Wanted' still manages an audience, as mentioned the film is aimed for the masses & only them. The clap-worthy one-liners, the mar-dhard... all this is pleasing, for them at least.

    On the flip side, There's hardy any story. One fight scene, One song, One fight scene, One song. A wafer-thin plot that gets dragging, especially post interval. Plus, the violence and chillam-chili is too much after a certain point. Songs are good to hear, but pop-up for no reason.

    Performances: Salman is as usual, though his continuity is inconsistent. In songs he sports long hair, while other-wise a military cut. Ayesha Takia is fair. Mahesh Manjrekar is fantastic as the conniving cop. Prakash Raj is funny, especially in the scene when he tries to escape from the cops, the aftermath is truly hilarious. Vinod Khanna deserved more footage. Inder Kumar, Sajid & Kader Khan's son are good in their parts. Mahek is decent. Manoj Phawa tries hard to make you laugh, but succeeds at times nevertheless. Assem Merchant, Raju Mawani & others are okay.

    On the whole, watch 'Wanted'... but don't forget to leave your brains at home.
    8kunalkhandwala

    Prabhudeva's unstoppable force - Salman Khan!

    Wanted is Salman Khan's most definitive statement to the film world. If ShahRukh Khan can give an Om Shanti Om and Aamir Khan can give a Ghajini to the masses, he can give something even more explosive and entertaining. Yes, Salman Khan tops other Khans in this South Indian film inspired - action packed explosion that is directed by Prabhudeva, the accomplished choreographer. Salman doesn't have his over-the-top accent or his fake tears to accompany him in this venture that takes him from a tapori to a ruthless terminator of the underworld. Wanted is exaggerated, preposterous and laughable but that is exactly what it was meant to be. Prabhudeva has strong roots in South Indian cinema where action is fast paced with jerky camera motions that send everyone flying high but to incorporate all this into an entertaining movie deserves some pat on his back. He may not be a renowned film maker but he knows exactly what it takes to deliver an explosive action movie and boy does he do it in style!

    Radhe (Salman Khan) is a tapori who can commit himself to any task for the money involved to the extent that he wouldn't even listen to himself and he means it. Ayesha Takia is his love interest that never gets in his way of killing goons and fighting his way through the day. Where the heroine of a film can easily distract the plot and hero, Prabhudeva manages to keep her role restricted to songs and light hearted relief after a heavy doze of action. Just like his character, Salman Khan is a one man army in the movie. His performance, action and even Prabhudeva - choreographed dancing is the heart and soul of the film. Wanted is easily one of his best performances that has encompassed all that he is capable of doing (excluding comedy).

    While the romantic breaks and songs are nothing more than a restroom or samosa break for the viewer, the action is relentless and even though it is over-the-top in typical South Indian film style, it is nevertheless, kick-ass and ruthless! If Hollywood can be proud of Tarantino's Kill Bill style of action, then we must be proud of Prabhudeva's version of stylized action. We are not talking about realistic fight sequences or martial arts but of what we remember Sunny Deol's movies for - ruthless, high octane, one man show of just knocking the man down with fists, kicks, guns or whatever comes in our hero's hands. There is no mercy in showcasing blood and gore because when we see Salman Khan all charged up to deliver the other guy straight to hell, we can see him as the Terminator without an automatic weapon. He is an unstoppable force who is not deterred by Police, gangs, underworld, knives, guns or sharp objects. He just flings them right back in Rajnikant style and that is what makes this movie even more enjoyable. Just go watch it with this notion in mind that it is a Rajnikant style action film but made in Bollywood with Salman Khan taking on whatever comes in his way and you shall then be entertained.

    Prabhudeva leaves no chapter out from the book of 'how to make a masala movie' with a non-stop delivery of excitement with occasional humour, romance, songs, drama, reality, action and unbelievable heroics. He makes Salman perform every ritual that we can expect and not expect. Who knew that the 'sturdy' Salman could dance with such flexibility and style in love me?? He acts fearless against the biggest Don, challenges and embarrasses Policemen, reaches Andheri station even before the train gets there, is available wherever his need arises, shows no mercy to anyone who inflicts harm upon his family or his loved one and yes, of course, he takes his shirt off while doing so as well!

    The film may be a bit too long and the random songs on international hotspots maybe unwarranted but when we see Salman as an unstoppable force, we know it's clobbering time! Salman hasn't lost his position in Bollywood and with Wanted, he asserts himself in the most convincing manner. The masses will love it because the film was made for them but overall, it's entertainment that comes with its warnings. Prabhudeva, from down South, delivers what many Hindi film directors have failed on countless attempts. An entertaining action flick with all the masala to add to your popcorn.

    -7.44 on a scale of 1-10.
    9Pratik112

    A Good Action and Romantic Movie

    This was a surprise in waiting – good action movie that will keep you seated in your seat and make you enjoy watching it. A arrogant, ruthless, sharp shooter and a gangster, who works for a "Don," on his own terms and has no emotions, becomes a killing machine as he starts killing his boss's enemies but then he sees a beautiful woman. At the same time he has enemies.

    Starring Salman Khan, Ayesha Takia, Mahesh Manrekar, Vinod Khanna, Om Puri and Sayaji Shinde, this is directed by Prabhudeva and is produced by Boney Kapoor. The music score is provided by Sajid Wajid while Salim Suleiman also provide a good back ground score. Anil Kapoor and Govinda make a special appearance.

    The first half contains some comedy along with romance and action and this makes it a good combination to watch but the second half is more action orientated. Salman Khan has suited the role very well and it makes it a change to see him in action after a long time, though he does remove his shirt, while Ayesha Takia, has improved once again. The other actors also make a good contribution to this movie as does Vinod Khanna in a supporting role and whose character really pushes the story to its climax. Some songs are memorable and are worth listening to and the cinematography is also worth watching.

    Director Prabhudeva has done a good job in directing this romantic, action movie with added small dose of comedy.

    Some may find this too violent but it is a movie that can be watched with your family and is worth watching.

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    • Trivia
      Salman Khan got an action hero image with this film and created a new craze among his fans.
    • Goofs
      Salman's hairstyles keep changing throughout the film.
    • Quotes

      Radhe: Once I committed to something, after that I don't even listen to myself

    • Crazy credits
      There are two alternate ending credits: One with the credits rolling on the left with the title track theme played as instrumental only. Second ending includes a bonus music video of title track song which can be found on DVD prints.
    • Connections
      Referenced in C.I.D.: Khooni Piracy Racket (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      Jalwa
      Written by Jalees Sherwani

      Composed by Sajid Ali and Wajid Ali

      Performed by Wajid Ali and Earl D'Souza

      Courtesy of Super Cassettes Industries Limited (T-Series)

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    • Release date
      • September 18, 2009 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Watch Wanted movie on ZEE5
    • Language
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • Tay Sai Máu Lạnh
    • Filming locations
      • Bangkok, Thailand
    • Production companies
      • Sahara One Motion Pictures
      • Narsimha Enterprises
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    • Budget
      • ₹200,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $349,637
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $217,432
      • Sep 20, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $8,804,308
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 27 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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