Ek Tha Tiger 2012
“Once, there was a tiger.”
What is Ek Tha Tiger?
Ek Tha Tiger is a 2012 action, thriller, and romance film directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Aditya Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner. The movie serves as the inaugural entry in a spy universe created by Chopra.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 133 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 15, 2012
- Original language
- HI
- Origin
- India, Ireland
- Studios
- Yash Raj Films, Fantastic Films, Prime Focus
- Budget
- $14,040,000
- Revenue
- $62,690,000
- Genres
- Action, Thriller, Romance
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 230 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~133 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Yash Raj Films, Fantastic Films, Prime Focus
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Overview
Ek Tha Tiger is a 2012 action, thriller, and romance film directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Aditya Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner. The movie serves as the inaugural entry in a spy universe created by Chopra. The narrative follows a top Indian agent who is tasked with observing the actions of a scientist. The mission becomes complicated when the agent falls in love with the scientist's Pakistani caretaker.
The film features Salman Khan in the role of Tiger and Katrina Kaif as Zoya. The supporting cast includes Ranvir Shorey as Gopi, Girish Karnad as Shenoy, and Roshan Seth as Kidwai. The screenplay was written by Kabir Khan and Neelesh Misra, with cinematography by Aseem Mishra and music by Sohail Sen and Sajid-Wajid. The film has a runtime of two hours and thirteen minutes and was released in the United States on August 17, 2012. It is recognized as the beginning of the Tiger franchise, which later expanded into a broader cinematic spy universe.
Should you watch it?
“An elite Indian spy faces a personal crisis when he falls for a Pakistani caretaker.”
- Features a central performance by Salman Khan
- Establishes the foundational entry of the Yash Raj Films spy universe
- Combines genre elements of action, thriller, and romance
- The plot centers on a mission that becomes complicated by an unexpected romantic entanglement
Watch it if you enjoy high-stakes spy thrillers that blend international espionage with romantic drama.
This film maintains a fast-paced action tone throughout its two-hour and thirteen-minute runtime and is suitable for general audiences interested in the spy genre.
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Where can I stream Ek Tha Tiger?
Streaming availability varies by region, so please check local platforms listed on The Movie Database.
Is this film worth watching?
The film is the foundational entry of a major spy franchise and features prominent lead actors, making it a key watch for fans of the genre.
What is the duration of the film?
The film has a total runtime of 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Is this part of a larger series?
Yes, this film marks the beginning of the Yash Raj Films spy universe.
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