15 Years of 'Wanted': Salman Khan's Iconic Action Thriller

'Wanted', a Hindi remake of the Telugu film 'Pokiri', completed 15 years since its release. Headlined by Salman Khan and directed by Prabhu Deva, the film revived single-screen theatres and solidified Khan's status as an action star. Celebrated on social media by producer Boney Kapoor.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 18-09-2024 17:22 IST | Created: 18-09-2024 17:22 IST
15 Years of 'Wanted': Salman Khan's Iconic Action Thriller
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Marking its 15th anniversary, the action thriller 'Wanted', starring Salman Khan, was celebrated for its contribution to the Hindi film industry.

The Hindi remake of the Telugu hit 'Pokiri', directed by Prabhu Deva, initially released on September 18, 2009, featuring a star-studded cast including Ayesha Takia, Mahesh Manjrekar, Prakash Raj, Inder Kumar, and Vinod Khanna. This milestone was noted by producer Boney Kapoor, who highlighted the film's success in reviving single-screen theatres in an Instagram post.

'Wanted' not only showcased iconic music but also immortalized Salman's role as an undercover cop named Rajveer Shekhawat, securing his reputation as a Bollywood action star. Following 'Wanted', Khan released several other blockbusters, cementing his career in the industry.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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