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Ek Villain (2014)
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27 Jun 2014129 minHindiUA
A reformed criminal sets out to find the serial killer who murdered his wife, while flashbacks revisit their romance and his violent past. The Hindi thriller is a revenge-driven chase between a hunter and a killer with an ordinary day job. Released in 2014.
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Synopsis
A reformed criminal sets out to find the serial killer who murdered his wife, while flashbacks revisit their romance and his violent past. The Hindi thriller is a revenge-driven chase between a hunter and a killer with an ordinary day job. Released in 2014.
Ek Villain 2014: the basics before you watch
Ek Villain 2014 is a Hindi romantic psychological action thriller directed by Mohit Suri and released worldwide on 27 June 2014. It was produced by Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor under Balaji Motion Pictures, with a script credited to Tushar Hiranandani and Milap Zaveri. It later got a follow-up, Ek Villain Returns, in 2022.
We have not rewatched it for this page, so there is no review here, only context, and we keep clear of plot twists.
Characters, music and the remake question
Sidharth Malhotra plays Guru, a former hitman, Shraddha Kapoor plays his wife Aisha, and Riteish Deshmukh plays Rakesh Mahadkar, an electrician who is also the killer. Shaad Randhawa appears as ACP Aditya Rathore and Aamna Sharif as Sulochana. Casting Deshmukh, better known to many for comedy, as the antagonist was a notable choice at the time.
The music was a big part of the film's identity: Ankit Tiwari, Mithoon and the band Soch composed, and 'Galliyan', 'Zaroorat' and 'Hamdard' became hits. Reports described the film as loosely inspired by the 2010 Korean thriller I Saw the Devil, though Suri denied it was a remake, so treat the connection as reported, not settled.
Rating, runtime and who it suits
The CBFC gave Ek Villain a U/A certificate after eight cuts, according to Wikipedia, which trimmed action and muted a word. Sources disagree on runtime, with figures from about 129 to 147 minutes, so we leave it out. Common Sense Media has flagged violence and gender portrayals as concerns, which is worth weighing if you watch with younger viewers.
It will appeal to fans of Mohit Suri's romantic thrillers, viewers who enjoy a chase with songs in the mix, and anyone planning to watch Ek Villain Returns who wants the original first. We could not confirm a current streaming home, so check the major platforms yourself.
Why it still comes up in searches
More than a decade on, people still look up Ek Villain 2014 for a mix of reasons: the soundtrack remains widely streamed, the villain casting is often discussed, and the 2022 sequel sent new viewers back to the original. Wikipedia describes the 2014 film as a major box-office success, though we do not quote figures here.
If you are comparing the two films, note that the follow-up is a separate story with its own cast, and the original does not require homework. For a viewer deciding whether to watch it tonight, the practical checklist is simple: confirm the platform, accept that it contains violence, and judge the music and performances for yourself rather than relying on reputation alone.
Who will enjoy Ek Villain?
- Fans of romantic thrillers with a strong soundtrack
- Viewers preparing to watch Ek Villain Returns
- Adults comfortable with violent thriller content
Trailer
Ek Villain - Trailer – Trailer · Channel: YouTube Movies
Cast
Sidharth MalhotraGuru DivakarBorn 1985 · Delhi, India
Shraddha KapoorAishaBorn 1987 · Mumbai, Maharashtra
Riteish DeshmukhRakesh MahadkarBorn 1978 · Mumbai, Maharashtra
Shaad RandhawaACP Aditya RathoreBorn 1978 · Mumbai, MaharashtraPhoto: TMDB
FAQ
When was Ek Villain released and who directed it?
It was released worldwide on 27 June 2014 and directed by Mohit Suri.
Is Ek Villain a remake of I Saw the Devil?
Reports called it loosely inspired by the 2010 Korean film, but director Mohit Suri denied it was a remake.
When was Ek Villain released?
Ek Villain was released on 27 Jun 2014.
Who directed Ek Villain?
Ek Villain was directed by Mohit Suri.
How long is Ek Villain?
Ek Villain runs for 129 minutes.
