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Introduction 

Sultan is a 2016 Indian sports-drama film directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by Yash Raj Films. The movie features Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma in the lead roles, with Randeep Hooda, Amit Sadh, and Kumud Mishra in supporting roles. The film follows the story of Sultan Ali Khan, a former wrestler from Haryana who tries to make a comeback in wrestling and win the world championship, all while trying to balance his personal life and relationships. The movie received critical acclaim for its story, performances, and music, and became one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of all time.

 

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Details 

Title

Sultan

Release Date

July 6, 2016

Director

Ali Abbas Zafar

Cast

Salman Khan, Anushka Sharma, Randeep Hooda

Genre

Sports-Drama

Language

Hindi

Production

Yash Raj Films

Box Office

₹623.33 crore (approx. $91.5 million)

Running Time

170 minutes

Music

Vishal-Shekhar

Plot

Sultan is a Bollywood sports-drama film that tells the story of Sultan Ali Khan (Salman Khan), a former wrestler from Haryana who has lost everything in life, including his love, Aarfa (Anushka Sharma), due to his arrogance and insecurities. To redeem himself, Sultan decides to make a comeback in wrestling and win the world championship. With the help of his coach and hard work, he overcomes his physical and emotional obstacles to become a successful wrestler. However, his personal life still remains a challenge as he struggles to balance his newfound fame and his relationships. The film ends on a hopeful note, with Sultan realising the importance of humility and love.

Release

Sultan was released on 6 July 2016 in theatres. The movie was a wholesome experience for the audiences.

Reviews

Sultan is a 2016 Indian sports-drama film directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. The movie stars Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma in lead roles. The film follows the journey of a former wrestler who decides to make a comeback to save his career and his personal life. The film's story, performances, and music received positive reviews from audiences and critics alike. The movie is a must-watch for Salman Khan fans and sports lovers. Overall, Sultan is an entertaining and inspiring film that is worth watching.

Casting

Crew

Director: Ali Abbas Zafar

Producer: Aditya Chopra

Writer: Ali Abbas Zafar

Cinematography: Artur Zurawski

Music: Vishal-Shekhar

Editor: Rameshwar S. Bhagat

Production Design: Rajat Poddar

Costume Design: Alvira Khan Agnihotri, Ashley Rebello

Sound Design: Dileep Subramaniam, Ganesh Gangadharan

Special Effects: Harry Hingorani, Keitan Yadav, Naveen Paul

Stunt Coordinator: Larnell Stovall

Choreography: Vaibhavi Merchant, Farah Khan

Visual Effects: Red Chillies VFX

Production Company: Yash Raj Films

Songs

Song Title

Singer(s)

Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai

Vishal Dadlani, Shalmali Kholgade, Isheeta

Jag Ghoomeya

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

440 Volt

Mika Singh

Sultan

Sukhwinder Singh, Shadab Faridi

Sachi Muchi

Mohit Chauhan, Harshdeep Kaur

Bulleya

Papon

Tuk Tuk

Nooran Sisters, Vishal Dadlani

Jag Ghoomeya (Female)

Neha Bhasin

Rise of Sultan

Shekhar Ravjiani

Behind the scenes

Sultan’s behind the scenes are so thrilling to watch. All the efforts behind the glamorous and action can be seen. 

Box Office Collection

Sultan grossed over 623 crores (approximately $83 million USD) worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing Bollywood movie of 2016. The movie also broke several box office records, including becoming the fastest movie to gross 300 crores (approximately $40 million USD) in India, achieving the feat in just 12 days.

Awards

Award

Category

Recipient(s)

National Film Award

Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment

Yash Raj Films

Filmfare Award

Best Director

Ali Abbas Zafar

Zee Cine Award

Best Director

Ali Abbas Zafar

Zee Cine Award

Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male)

Salman Khan

Zee Cine Award

Best Actress in a Leading Role (Female)

Anushka Sharma

Zee Cine Award

Best Playback Singer (Male)

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

Mirchi Music Award

Song of the Year

Jag Ghoomeya

Mirchi Music Award

Album of the Year

Sultan soundtrack

Screen Award

Best Director

Ali Abbas Zafar

Screen Award

Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male)

Salman Khan

Character Analysis

Sultan Ali Khan, played by Salman Khan, is the main character of the film. He is a skilled wrestler who lives in the small town of Rewari in Haryana, India. Sultan is shown as a simple and humble man who is passionate about wrestling and has a great love for his country.

Sultan's character is well-developed throughout the film. He is initially shown as a carefree and arrogant person who is not serious about his life. However, after facing a series of setbacks and personal tragedies, Sultan becomes a determined and focused wrestler who is determined to prove himself.

One of the most compelling aspects of Sultan's character is his emotional journey. He faces several challenges throughout the film, including the loss of his child and wife, and the subsequent downfall of his career. However, he manages to overcome these obstacles and comes out as a stronger and better person.

Anushka Sharma plays Aarfa, a wrestler who becomes Sultan's love interest. Aarfa is shown as a strong and independent woman who is passionate about wrestling. She serves as a source of inspiration for Sultan and helps him in his journey to become a champion wrestler.

Randeep Hooda plays Fateh Singh, Sultan's coach, and mentor. Fateh Singh is a seasoned wrestler who helps Sultan in his training and motivates him to become a better wrestler. He is a crucial character in the film, and his relationship with Sultan adds depth to Sultan's character.

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