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Dhoom
Dhoom (transl. Blast) is a 2004 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Sanjay Gadhvi and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The story was written by Chopra with a screenplay by Vijay Krishna Acharya. The film stars Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, Uday Chopra, Esha and Rimi Sen. Set in contemporary Mumbai, the narrative follows a gang of motorbike-riding robbers led by Kabir, and the efforts of police officer Jai Dixit and motorcycle dealer Ali Akbar Fateh Khan to capture them.
The film marked Yash Raj Films' first foray into the action genre since Vijay (1988). Principal photography was handled by Nirav Shah, with editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat. The soundtrack was composed by Pritam, while Salim–Sulaiman provided the background score. Action sequences featured prominently, with a focus on motorcycle stunts, which became a hallmark of the film and its successors.
Released theatrically on 27 August 2004, Dhoom received mixed reviews from critics. While its performances, action choreography, and music were praised, its storyline drew criticism and was unfavorably compared to Hollywood action franchises such as The Fast and the Furious, Ocean's, and Death Race. Despite this, the film emerged as a commercial success, grossing over ₹290 million (US$3.4 million) in India, making it the third highest-grossing Indian film of the year. Over time, it gained cult status and is credited with reviving the action genre in mainstream Hindi cinema.
At the 50th Filmfare Awards, Dhoom received six nominations, including Best Film, Best Performance in a Negative Role (Abraham) and Best Music Director (Pritam), and won two awards: Best Editing and Best Sound Design.
The success of Dhoom launched a film franchise, with sequels Dhoom 2 (2006) and Dhoom 3 (2013), both of which featured Bachchan and Chopra reprising their roles and expanded the series into one of Bollywood's most successful action trilogies.
In Mumbai, a string of bold robberies is executed by a gang of motorcyclists who target banks and armored vehicles, making quick getaways via the Western Express Highway. The case is initially assigned to Inspector Shekhar Sharma but, due to lack of progress, it is soon handed over to Assistant Commissioner of Police Jai Dixit, a determined and methodical officer.
To advance the investigation, Jai recruits Ali Akbar Fateh Khan, a garage owner and skilled street racer, after witnessing his driving skills during a scuffle in a grey market area. Although initially suspected of having been involved, Ali is cleared when a robbery occurs while he is in custody. Noting that the gang consistently uses the highway for their escapes, Jai begins to predict their next move.
The gang is led by the calm and calculating Kabir, whose accomplices—Rahul, Rohit, Tony, and Sheena—operate under the guise of pizza delivery workers. During a heist at the Bandra Kurla Complex, the gang evades capture, though one member is injured and their stolen goods are recovered by Jai. After a direct confrontation, Kabir challenges Jai to stop them at their next operation. Despite Jai's careful planning, the gang escapes once again, although Rohit is killed in the process.
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Dhoom
Dhoom (transl. Blast) is a 2004 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Sanjay Gadhvi and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The story was written by Chopra with a screenplay by Vijay Krishna Acharya. The film stars Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, Uday Chopra, Esha and Rimi Sen. Set in contemporary Mumbai, the narrative follows a gang of motorbike-riding robbers led by Kabir, and the efforts of police officer Jai Dixit and motorcycle dealer Ali Akbar Fateh Khan to capture them.
The film marked Yash Raj Films' first foray into the action genre since Vijay (1988). Principal photography was handled by Nirav Shah, with editing by Rameshwar S. Bhagat. The soundtrack was composed by Pritam, while Salim–Sulaiman provided the background score. Action sequences featured prominently, with a focus on motorcycle stunts, which became a hallmark of the film and its successors.
Released theatrically on 27 August 2004, Dhoom received mixed reviews from critics. While its performances, action choreography, and music were praised, its storyline drew criticism and was unfavorably compared to Hollywood action franchises such as The Fast and the Furious, Ocean's, and Death Race. Despite this, the film emerged as a commercial success, grossing over ₹290 million (US$3.4 million) in India, making it the third highest-grossing Indian film of the year. Over time, it gained cult status and is credited with reviving the action genre in mainstream Hindi cinema.
At the 50th Filmfare Awards, Dhoom received six nominations, including Best Film, Best Performance in a Negative Role (Abraham) and Best Music Director (Pritam), and won two awards: Best Editing and Best Sound Design.
The success of Dhoom launched a film franchise, with sequels Dhoom 2 (2006) and Dhoom 3 (2013), both of which featured Bachchan and Chopra reprising their roles and expanded the series into one of Bollywood's most successful action trilogies.
In Mumbai, a string of bold robberies is executed by a gang of motorcyclists who target banks and armored vehicles, making quick getaways via the Western Express Highway. The case is initially assigned to Inspector Shekhar Sharma but, due to lack of progress, it is soon handed over to Assistant Commissioner of Police Jai Dixit, a determined and methodical officer.
To advance the investigation, Jai recruits Ali Akbar Fateh Khan, a garage owner and skilled street racer, after witnessing his driving skills during a scuffle in a grey market area. Although initially suspected of having been involved, Ali is cleared when a robbery occurs while he is in custody. Noting that the gang consistently uses the highway for their escapes, Jai begins to predict their next move.
The gang is led by the calm and calculating Kabir, whose accomplices—Rahul, Rohit, Tony, and Sheena—operate under the guise of pizza delivery workers. During a heist at the Bandra Kurla Complex, the gang evades capture, though one member is injured and their stolen goods are recovered by Jai. After a direct confrontation, Kabir challenges Jai to stop them at their next operation. Despite Jai's careful planning, the gang escapes once again, although Rohit is killed in the process.