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Singh Is King

Original title: Singh Is Kinng
  • 2008
  • Not Rated
  • 2h 15m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
18K
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Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif in Singh Is King (2008)
SlapstickActionComedyCrimeDramaRomance

A comic caper about Happy Singh, a Punjabi villager who goes through a series of misadventures and eventually becomes the King of the Australian underworld.A comic caper about Happy Singh, a Punjabi villager who goes through a series of misadventures and eventually becomes the King of the Australian underworld.A comic caper about Happy Singh, a Punjabi villager who goes through a series of misadventures and eventually becomes the King of the Australian underworld.

  • Director
    • Anees Bazmee
  • Writers
    • Anees Bazmee
    • Vipul Binjola
    • Suresh Nair
  • Stars
    • Akshay Kumar
    • Katrina Kaif
    • Om Puri
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.8/10
    18K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Anees Bazmee
    • Writers
      • Anees Bazmee
      • Vipul Binjola
      • Suresh Nair
    • Stars
      • Akshay Kumar
      • Katrina Kaif
      • Om Puri
    • 66User reviews
    • 15Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 9 wins & 12 nominations total

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    Akshay Kumar
    Akshay Kumar
    • Happy Singh
    Katrina Kaif
    Katrina Kaif
    • Sonia
    Om Puri
    Om Puri
    • Rangeela
    Kirron Kher
    Kirron Kher
    • Rose Lady (Sonia's Mother)
    • (as Kiron Kher)
    Ranvir Shorey
    Ranvir Shorey
    • Puneet
    Jaaved Jaaferi
    Jaaved Jaaferi
    • Mika Singh
    • (as Javed Jaffrey)
    • …
    Neha Dhupia
    Neha Dhupia
    • Julie
    Sonu Sood
    Sonu Sood
    • Lakhanpal 'Lucky' Singh
    Yashpal Sharma
    Yashpal Sharma
    • Pankaj Udhas
    Manoj Pahwa
    Manoj Pahwa
    • Dilbagh Singh
    Sudhanshu Pandey
    Sudhanshu Pandey
    • Raftaar
    Kamal Chopra
    Kamal Chopra
    • Gurbaksh 'Guruji' Singh
    Gurpreet Ghuggi
    Gurpreet Ghuggi
    • Manjeet
    Vivica Mitra
    • Woman at Party - Casino - and Wedding
    Satwant Kaur
    Satwant Kaur
    • Lucky's Mother
    Khayali Saharan
    • Tinku
    • (as Khayali)
    Chander Kalra
    Amritpal Billa
    • Director
      • Anees Bazmee
    • Writers
      • Anees Bazmee
      • Vipul Binjola
      • Suresh Nair
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews66

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    7vermasp-81789

    Singh is Kinng- packed with lots of Masala-- Maharishi Verma

    SK is has all ingredients which are necessary to hold the interest of the viewers. Some funny one liners, good music and a little amount of romance ,if you have all of these then you will sure that you have a successful potboiler in your hands. Singh is Kinng is not a great film but it's a movie which you can enjoy with your family and friends and believe me it does not disappoint you. Now, SK is the story of Happy Singh who is good for nothing. So the citizens of his village sent him to Australia to convince Lucky (Don) to return his home as his parents are counting their last days.But, circumstances force him to take the place of Lucky and he become king himself.Performance wise Akshay Kumar has given his best , Javed Jaffry and Yashpal Sharma have supported well. Katrina does what she do best ,looking good. Anees Bazmee's direction is good because he does not let down the viewer's interest.Story is unoriginal but convincing.The music is nice almost all songs are good.So, all in all SK is a light-hearted comedy film which can be enjoyed by every kind of viewers because as Akshay Kumar said in this film-- Main toh sach bolta hoon accha apne aap lag jaata hai.
    8himaank

    Akki Singh is the real King!

    'Balle balle te shava shava!' 'Oye! Chak De Phatte!' This is what you will hear loud and clear while watching this movie through out. 'Singh is Kinng' is a true example of how you package the ordinary idea with loads of no-logic but damn funny humor, jazzed up with some peppy nos, put a big tag of superstar and wrap it up with oodles of hype. This movie has created history in breaking all time box office records specially. The mass hysteria of Akshay Kumar is unstoppable. He is the next big thing and currently, Indian movie industry is betting more than Rs 150 crores on him.

    The story of 'Singh is Kinng' is simple. Akki is a panic button for his village. People are so bugged with his non-sense that they decided to send him out of the village. They some how emotionally convinced him to go abroad and bring back another son of soil who is now an underworld don. Om Puri also got tagged along with Akki in this journey. In between, he meets his love interest Katrina and what follows is a no sense roller coaster ride where not only he has to bring the village son back to his roots but also, win his girl's heart.

    It might sound nothing great then how come its such a big hit breaking all overseas records? The answer lies in two powerful words- Akki and the music. Akki aka Akhay Kumar is the current king of Bollywood. He is power packed and Singh is Kinng is a true example to prove it. He'd hold the front all alone with his witty performance. Katrina too has her moments but just moments. Kiran Kher is a sheer waste of talent. Om Puri is just fine and Ranvir Shorey is something i don't even want to talk about it. What a waste of talent. Javed Jaffery is funny and played an interesting character. This movie is not focused on building characters because it can only happen with a good script. But here it's not about script but Akki and only Akki.

    Music is really nice and has lots of variety. Pritam has done it again and has given another super hit soundtrack. 'Teri Or' is a surprise delight with beautiful vocals, music and video. The reason why I like this song is not just the melody but an add on of some Rajasthani folk song playing in the background. Another interesting song is 'Jee Karda'. Solid Punjabi beats forcing you to break free and just dance. It's extremely catchy. The title track could've been better if they've got some other singer than Mika. He did a horrible job. Snoop Dogg did his first act in Bollywood singing the remix version of title song which is way better than the original. Another very interesting song is 'Bhutani Ke' which is very funny. It's a leg pulling song for the groom at his marriage. I can imagine this song getting played at every marriage and grooms just getting embarrassed.

    It's an interesting movie and I advise every one to go with their group of friends and you'll be coming out laughing from the movie halls. Akshay has reached a status where he should take movies where he gets a support from a good script and some less silly things to be seen in the movie. Apart from this, i don't thing any other reason why you should not and go watch this full time pass movie.
    6touch_me_yes

    Pure unadulterated fun !!

    Just came back from preview screening of this movie. Its a Hilarious Comedy, we were literally in fits due to laughter. Akshay Kumar steals the show, nothing unexpected. But from the time he makes an entry, you know this is going to be one roller coaster ride. And he is supported very well by rest of the cast, however Katrina Kaif is there doing what she does the best, look good. She has nothing much to do in the movie. But I feel that this could have been a much better movie, the title of the movie had lot more potential, however I was not expecting much from Anees Bazmee. But yes, if you love Akshay Kumar, and do not might couple of hours of side splitting comedy, then go for it..
    7ganeshkss97

    Stupid Entertainer

    Singh is Kinng,directed by Anees Bazmee has no story basically.But this one could be called a Kinng sized entertainer. It offers loads of big laughs,some action sequences,a little drama and lots of romance and last but not the least it has the biggest entertainer of Bollywood-Akshay Kumar. Direction by Anees Bazmee is excellent. The music is chart buster with all songs topping. The Cinematagropher has done a excellent job.The scenic beauty of Australia has been captured very well. Special mention to the dialogs writer who does an amazing job. Performance wise-Akshay Kumar is the Daddy of Entertainment.He simply rocks!Katrina Kaif adds glamor value to the film.Om Puri and Kirron Kher are superb in their respective roles.Sonu Sood is very good.Neha Dhupia looks gorgeous.Javed Jaffery is excellent.Ranvir Shorey is okay in a brief role.Yashpal Sharma,Sudhanshu Pandey,Kamal Chopra and Manoj Pahwa are good.

    Overall Singh is Kinng is an entertainer.
    AvinashPatalay

    Audience clap when they see the movie ...but they clap their hands over their eyes

    Story/ Screenplay/ Script:: Long story short - its gone to dogs. End result, the movie is "all form - no beer".

    This movie is an another example to prove that star-power coupled with marketing can set the cash register on fire (mini-me of Om Shanti Om?). Overseas I am sure, it has raked moolah in loads. Akki proves that he is second to none when it comes to punching above one's weight.

    Akki-Katrina:: Undoubtedly, they share a sizzling chemistry.

    Om Puri/ Kiron Kher/ Ranvir Shorey:: These names are synonymous with "powerhouse of talent". It would be an "understatement" to mention that they were grossly under-utilised.

    Javed Jaffery:: Why Javed why?

    Vipul:: You were fantastic as a director in "Namaste London", why on earth did you hand over the reigns?

    Anees Bazmi:: Suggest you go back to writing or follow Priyan's footsteps (of remaking South movies viz. "No Entry"). Needless to say, it would be blessing to the audience.

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    • Trivia
      The film released on 08/08/2008.
    • Goofs
      Puneet was going to Egypt alone; why did he have two tickets that Rangeela and Happy could take?
    • Quotes

      [Addressing Sonia]

      Happy Singh: She has a cute face... but from inside she is a bomb... my friend, she did a blast inside my heart

    • Crazy credits
      Snoop Dog features in the credits singing 'Sing is King' in Rap style. Finally he wears a turban and dresses like a Sardar. Aneez Bazmi appears in the end and says 'Cut'.
    • Connections
      Featured in Luck by Chance (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      Singh is Kinng
      Written by Harjog Singh from RDB

      Composed by RDB, Snoop Dogg

      Performed by RDB, and Snoop Dogg

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    • Release date
      • August 8, 2008 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Australia
      • India
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • Hindi
      • Punjabi
    • Also known as
      • Singh Is Kinng
    • Filming locations
      • Egypt
    • Production companies
      • Blockbuster Movie Entertainers
      • Big Screen Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • A$1,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $2,159,376
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $1,154,528
      • Aug 10, 2008
    • Gross worldwide
      • $29,169,677
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 2h 15m(135 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital EX
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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