- By Sukanya Saha
- Tue, 13 Jun 2023 03:15 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kandahar OTT Release Date: Kandahar, an intense American action thriller directed by Ric Roman Waugh, is set to make its worldwide digital premiere on Prime Video on June 16. The film features a stellar cast including Gerard Butler, Navid Negahban, Ali Fazal, Bahador Foladi, Nina Toussaint-White, Vassilis Koukalani, Mark Arnold, Corey Johnson, and Abdullah Alnaji. Produced by Thunder Road Pictures, G-BASE, Capstone Studios, and MBC Studios, Kandahar is an English-language film with subtitles available in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
In Mitchell LaFortune's Kandahar, audiences are taken on a thrilling journey through the dangerous landscapes of Afghanistan. The film follows the story of Tom Harris (played by Gerard Butler), an undercover CIA operative. When his cover is blown and his true identity gets exposed, Tom, along with his Afghan interpreter Mo (Navid Negahban), must navigate their way to safety in Kandahar, all while being pursued by a highly skilled special forces unit. The movie is packed with action and suspense as the protagonists face numerous challenges along their perilous path.
Ali Fazal portrays the character of Kahil in the movie, engaging in a high-stakes game of pursuit and evasion with Tom Harris. While the film draws inspiration from the experiences of a real-life military intelligence officer, it is important to note that Kandahar is a work of fiction.
Manish Menghani, the Director of Content Licensing at Prime Video, India, expressed their commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction. He enthusiastically announced that the highly anticipated Hollywood action film will have its exclusive premiere on Prime Video India on June 16.
The film serves as an exciting addition to their extensive collection of English-language movies tailored for their Indian audience. With the exceptional performances by Gerard Butler and Ali Fazal, who has garnered immense praise for his role in Mirzapur, Indian viewers now have even more incentive to explore this thrilling action flick.
Christian Mercuri, representing Capstone Studios, expressed their excitement in collaborating with Prime Video to bring Kandahar to Indian viewers. The film has been a remarkable endeavour, crafted with immense passion and dedication. With its enthralling storyline and exceptional cinematography, Kandahar promises to captivate the Indian audience, taking them on an unforgettable cinematic voyage that will keep them engrossed and thrilled throughout.
Ali Fazal expressed his delight at the debut of Kandahar on Prime Video in India, likening it to homecoming. As an actor, he found immense fulfillment in shooting the film in a fresh and unfamiliar setting, working alongside Gerard Butler and the talented ensemble. Ali eagerly anticipates the audience's response to this exhilarating production, as it offers a thrilling dose of action and adrenaline that is bound to leave viewers captivated.