Vedaa is a 2024 Hindi-language action drama directed by Nikkhil Advani. The film stars John Abraham as Major Abhimanyu Kanwar and Sharvari Wagh in the titular role. Released on August 15, 2024, coinciding with India’s Independence Day, the movie delves into themes of caste-based discrimination and personal courage.

Plot Overview

Set in Barmer, Rajasthan, the story follows Vedaa Berwa, a Dalit law student aspiring to become a boxer. Facing systemic oppression and personal tragedies, Vedaa finds an ally in Major Abhimanyu Kanwar, a court-martialed army officer. Together, they challenge the entrenched caste hierarchy and fight for justice.

Cast and Crew

• Director: Nikkhil Advani
• Writer: Aseem Arora
• Producers: Umesh KR Bansal, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, John Abraham
• Cinematography: Malay Prakash
• Editing: Maahir Zaveri
• Music: Amaal Mallik, Manan Bhardwaj, Yuva, Raghav–Arjun; Score by Kartik Shah​

Main Cast:

• John Abraham as Major Abhimanyu Kanwar
• Sharvari Wagh as Vedaa Berwa
• Abhishek Banerjee as Jitendar Pratap Singh
• Ashish Vidyarthi as Kaka
• Kumud Mishra as Mausaji
• Tamannaah Bhatia in a special appearance​

Reception

Vedaa received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While performances, especially by Sharvari Wagh and John Abraham, were praised, the film’s pacing and predictability were noted as drawbacks. It holds an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 and grossed approximately ₹26.71 crore worldwide.

Streaming Availability

After its theatrical release, Vedaa premiered on ZEE5 on October 10, 2024. The film is available for streaming in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.

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