Subedaar: Release date, OTT platform, cast, plot, and more about Anil Kapoor's action-drama

Subedaar (2026) is an action-drama starring Anil Kapoor. The film has been analysed as a high-octane, emotional story that explores the transition from military to civilian life, focusing on a strained father-daughter bond. As the release date is near, here's everything you need to know about Subedaar. 

When and where to watch Subedaar?

Subedaar, the action-drama film, will be released on Prime Video on March 5, 2026. Subscribers of OTTplay Premium can also watch it with a top-up option. 

What's the plot of Subedaar?

Subedaar is an upcoming Indian Hindi-language action-drama film that features Anil Kapoor in the lead role as Subedaar Arjun Maurya, portraying a retired soldier adapting to civilian life while battling corruption.

Subedaar (soldier) Arjun Maurya once fought on distant battlefields, but now he seeks only a quiet life in his village. But his peace is shattered by Prince, the tyrannical leader of a powerful illegal sand-mining empire. With his family in danger and his home under siege, Arjun must once again summon the courage of a soldier, standing up against greed, jealousy, and betrayal to restore justice.

Meanwhile, as per the trailer, while the film delivers intense, grounded action, it also delves into the emotional turmoil of Arjun’s strained bond with his daughter, Shyama, and his quest for inner peace after a lifetime of military discipline. Rather than relying on flashy visuals or stylised scenes, the story is raw and realistic, balancing high-level conflict with deep human struggles.

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Who stars in Subedaar?

Subedaar stars Anil Kapoor as Subedaar Arjun Maurya, Radhikka Madan as Shyama, Aditya Rawal as Prince, Mona Singh as Babli Didi, Saurabh Shukla as Prabhakar, Faisal Malik as Softie Bhaiyya, Khushboo Sundar as Sudha.

The film is directed by Suresh Triveni and produced by Vikram Malhotra, Anil Kapoor, and Suresh Triveni. The writers of the film are Suresh Triveni and Prajwal Chandrashekar. 

What theme does Subedaar explore?

The film explores themes of dignity, duty, integrity, and personal sacrifice, highlighting the "fauji" (soldier) code of honour. The central line, "Fauji hai, seene mein goli jhel sakte hai, beizzati nahi," emphasises the story’s focus on wounded pride and resilience. The personal journey of reclaiming dignity after being pushed to the brink by local criminals is also highlighted. 

Subedaar FAQs:

Q: When is the Subedaar releasing?

A: Subedaar is scheduled to premiere worldwide on March 5, 2026, on Prime Video.

Q: Who is in the cast of the Subedaar movie?

A: Subedaar stars Anil Kapoor in the lead role of Subedaar Arjun Maurya, alongside Radhikka Madan, who plays his daughter, Shyama. The cast also includes Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Faisal Malik, Mona Singh, and Prajwal Chandrashekar.

Q: Who directed the movie Subedaar?

A: Subedaar is directed by Suresh Triveni, who is well-known for directing acclaimed films like Tumhari Sulu and Jalsa.