Aakhri Sawal

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Aakhri Sawal
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAbhijeet Mohan Warang
Written byUtkarsh Naithani
Produced byNikhil Nanda
Sanjay Dutt
Starring
CinematographyStanley Mudda
Edited bySanjay Sankla
Music byMonty Sharma
Production
companies
Nikhil Nanda Motion Pictures
Neem Tree Entertainment
Distributed byPVR Inox Pictures
Release date
  • 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15)
Running time
117 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi
Budget₹33 crore[2][3]
Box office₹3.02 crore[4]

Aakhri Sawal (transl. The Final Question) is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language political drama film directed by Abhijeet Mohan Warang and written by Utkarsh Naithani.[5] It is produced by Nikhil Nanda and Sanjay Dutt.[6][7] The film stars Sanjay Dutt, Namashi Chakraborty, Amit Sadh, and Sameera Reddy.[8]

The film was released theatrically on 15 May 2026.[9]

Plot

Vicky Hegde, a young scholar, publicly challenges his former mentor, Professor Gopal Nadkarni, over ideological and historical questions, sparking a nationwide debate. As their conflict intensifies, Vicky uncovers links to the mysterious disappearance of researcher Pallavi Menon.

With the help of investigator Aditya Rao, Vicky discovers that the controversy is connected to secrets from Gopal's past. The search for truth leads to a final confrontation in which long-hidden actions and motivations are revealed, forcing those involved to confront the consequences of their choices.[10]

Cast

Music

The film's music is composed by Monty Sharma, with lyrics written by Kumar Vishwas.[12]

Release

Aakhri Sawal was released theatrically on 15 May 2026.[9]

Reception

Anurag Singh Bohra of India Today gave 2 stars out of 5 and writes that "Aakhri Sawal offers enough substance to warrant a viewing, even if its dramatic choices prevent it from reaching its full potential."[13] Vinamra Mathur of Firstpost rated it 3/5 stars and observe that "it’s a film that doesn’t give clear answers. The film asks questions and the answers are up to us."[14]

Rishabh Suri of Hindustan Times gave 2 stars out of 5 and said that "The film feels less like a thought-provoking debate and more like a film caught between provocation and preachiness."[15] Abhishek Srivastava of The Times of India rated it 3.5/5 stars and writes that "Aakhri Sawal feels less like a film built to please everyone and more like a film built to provoke discussion."[16]

References

  1. "Aakhri Sawal". Central Board of Film Certification. 12 May 2026. Retrieved 13 May 2026.
  2. ksboxoffice (25 May 2026). "Aakhri Sawal Box Office Collection Day Wise - KS Box Office". Retrieved 7 June 2026.
  3. "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved 7 June 2026.
  4. "Aakhri Sawal Box Office Collection". Bollywood Hungama. 15 May 2026. Retrieved 6 June 2026.
  5. "Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawal creates excitement with powerful posters on India's most debated historical moments". Bollywood Hungama. 17 April 2026. Retrieved 22 April 2026.
  6. "Sanjay Dutt to star in 'Aakhri Sawal'; first look, release date out". The Hindu. 27 March 2026. Retrieved 22 April 2026.
  7. Toppo, Nikita (6 April 2026). "Aakhri Sawal: Sanjay Dutt's political drama to hit theatres earlier than expected; release date inside". WION. Retrieved 17 April 2026.
  8. Keshri, Shweta (2 April 2026). "Aakhri Sawaal teaser: Sanjay Dutt vs Namashi in a story of questions and conflict". India Today. Retrieved 17 April 2026.
  9. "Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawal gets CBFC clearance; makers lock May 15 release date". Bollywood Hungama. 7 May 2026. Retrieved 7 May 2026.
  10. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/events/unraveling-the-enigma-aakhri-sawal-the-definitive-hindi-feature-film-on-rsss-century-long-legacy-set-for-march-2026-release/articleshow/124386704.cms
  11. "EXCLUSIVE: Neetu Chandra was always the first choice in Aakhri Sawal as the role demanded emotional depth and restraint". Bollywood Hungama. 21 April 2026. Retrieved 22 April 2026.
  12. Gupta, Hardika (2 April 2026). "Aakhri Sawaal Teaser: Sanjay Dutt In A Film Based On Questions That Shaped A Nation". NDTV. Retrieved 17 April 2026.
  13. Bohra, Anurag Singh (17 May 2026). "Aakhri Sawal review: Sanjay Dutt's bold ideological film falters in dramatic excess". India Today.
  14. Mathur, Vinamra (17 May 2026). "'Aakhri Sawal' Movie Review: Sanjay Dutt's political thriller about the RSS legacy will shock you". Firstpost.
  15. Suri, Rishabh (17 May 2026). "Aakhri Sawaal movie review: Sanjay Dutt-Sameera Reddy's loud film doesn't fully justify its existence". Hindustan Times.
  16. Shrivastava, Abhishek (17 May 2026). "Aakhri Sawal Movie Review: A sharp debate on history, belief and truth keeps this drama gripping". The Times of India.