9 years of Kick: What made the Salman Khan starring film a big hit in 2014

Kick is a Bollywood action thriller film released in 2014. Directed and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film stars Salman Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Randeep Hooda, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in prominent roles. It is an official remake of the 2009 Telugu film of the same name, which was also directed by Sajid Nadiadwala.

The plot revolves around Devi Lal Singh, played by Salman Khan, who is known for his eccentric and adrenaline-seeking personality. He finds joy in taking risks and performing daredevil stunts, leading him to be referred to as ‘Devil.’ Despite his carefree nature, he has a strong sense of justice and helps people in need.

The film follows Devil’s transformation from a thrill-seeker to a vigilante as he embarks on a mission to confront and thwart a criminal mastermind, played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui. As the story unfolds, the film takes the audience on a roller-coaster ride of action, romance and drama.

Jacqueline Fernandez portrays Shaina, Devil's love interest, and their chemistry adds a romantic angle to the narrative. Randeep Hooda plays ACP Himanshu Tyagi, a police officer determined to catch Devil and put an end to his vigilante activities.

The movie was a big hit for several reasons:

1. Salman Khan's Star Power: Salman Khan is one of the biggest superstars in Bollywood, and his immense fan following played a significant role in attracting audiences to the film.

2. High-Octane Action and Entertainment: Kick was packed with high-octane action sequences, thrilling stunts, and entertaining moments, which appealed to the masses and Salman Khan's fans who enjoy his signature style.

3. Catchy Music: The film had a popular and catchy soundtrack, with songs like Jumme Ki Raat and Hangover becoming chartbusters, adding to the film's appeal.

4. Eid Release: Kick was released on the festive occasion of Eid, which is considered a lucky period for Salman Khan's film releases. Eid is a time when his fans eagerly wait for his movies, and the festive season adds to the film's box office collections.

5. Positive Word-of-Mouth: Kick received positive word-of-mouth from audiences, especially fans of Salman Khan, leading to repeat viewings and a sustained run at the box office.

6. Entertaining Storyline: The film had a compelling and engaging storyline that combined action, romance and humour, appealing to a wide range of audience demographics.

7. Mass Appeal: Kick was a commercial potboiler with elements that catered to the mass audience, making it a complete entertainer for both single-screen and multiplex audiences.

Overall, the combination of Salman Khan's star power, engaging storyline, action-packed sequences, and entertaining music contributed to the film’s massive success at the box office, making it one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of its time. It solidified Salman Khan's position as one of the reigning superstars of Bollywood and thus, the sequel of the film remains much-awaited.

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