Kabzaa

Kabzaa

Year: 2023

Runtime: 136 mins

Language: Kannada

Director: R. Chandru

Echo Score: 38
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Set during British rule in India, this film follows Amareshwara’s son, Arakeshwara, an air force soldier, who inadvertently kills Khaleed, the powerful don of Amarapura. Forced into the criminal underworld, he rises to become its king, facing challenges from rival gangsters and Bhargav Bhakshi, a British-appointed officer determined to eliminate him and dismantle the underworld.

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Timeline & Setting – Kabzaa (2023)

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Time period

1945, 1971, 1973

The story begins in 1945 during British rule, when a North Indian Maharaja and freedom fighter is killed and his family flees to Amarapura. It then shifts to 1971, following Arkeshwara’s ascent as an air force pilot and criminal figure. In 1973, the saga culminates in family tragedy and the costs of vengeance within a royal-criminal world.

Location

Amarapura, Bangalore

Amarapura serves as the central royal city where Veer Bahaddur rules and where the major gangster clashes unfold. Bangalore is portrayed as the wider crime-network hub that influences the underworld power struggles. The juxtaposition of a regal palace-city with a bustling urban center highlights how politics and crime shape everyday life in this era.

🎭 Crime-ridden city 🏰 Royal city 🗺️ Historic setting

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Main Characters – Kabzaa (2023)

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Arkeshwara (Upendra)

A North Indian prince turned Air Force pilot who becomes Amarapura's feared gangster. His arc follows ruthless ambition, protective love for Madhumitha, and a willingness to cross lines to avenge his family.

🎭 Antihero 🔥 Gangster 🎯 Ambition

Madhumitha (Shriya Saran)

Daughter of Veer Bahaddur and Arkeshwara's partner, she defies tradition by eloping with him. She embodies determination and a desire for autonomy within a royal-criminal world.

💑 Romance 🏛️ Royalty 🎭 Drama

Tulasi Devi (Sudha)

Arkeshwara's mother who relocates with her family after their patriarch's death. She represents resilience and the enduring bond of family amid upheaval and violence.

👩‍👦 Family 🕊️ Resilience 🗺️ Heritage

Veer Bahaddur (Murali Sharma)

The Maharaja of Amarapura and later CM, whose political maneuvers shape the city’s power structure. He views Arkeshwara as a tool and ultimately reveals the brutal costs of political alliances.

🏛️ Leadership 🎭 Power 🤝 Betrayal

Khaleed (M. Kamaraj)

A ruthless gang leader who stirs chaos in Amarapura and becomes Arkeshwara's rival. His ambitions escalate the violence and lead to brutal confrontations.

💥 Rivalry 🗡️ Violence 🧭 Ambition

Bagheera (Nawab Shah)

A prominent gangster aligned against Arkeshwara. His fall marks a turning point in the criminal power struggle within Amarapura.

🗺️ Gangland 🥊 Rival 🗡️ Conflict

Malik (John Kokken)

One of the rival gang leaders who is targeted as Arkeshwara consolidates control over the underworld.

🗡️ Rival 🧭 Power 💥 Violence

Sartaaj (Taaha Shah Badussha)

Ghanshyam Pandey's son who fans the flames of chaos in Amarapura, meeting his demise at the hands of Sankeshwara.

🔥 Schemes 🧭 Power 🗡️ Violence

Bali (Danish Akhtar Saifi)

A dreaded gangster hired to eliminate Arkeshwara in prison; vanquished by Arkeshwara in a show of ruthless justice.

🗡️ Hitman 💥 Violence 🧨 Crime

Sankeshwar (Suneel Puranik)

Arkeshwara's brother who sacrifices his own aspirations for the sake of family, ultimately killed by Khaleed.

👨‍👦 Family 💔 Tragedy 🗡️ Violence

Bhargava Bakshi (Sudeep)

A ruthless cop who corners Arkeshwara, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation and the unexpected arrival of Siddhantha.

👮 Law & Order 🥊 Confrontation ⚔️ Conflict

DSP Vikram (Dev Gill)

The lawman who tries to arrest Arkeshwara but dies at the gangster's hands, illustrating the blurred lines between power and justice.

🗺️ Law ⚖️ Justice 💥 Violence

Siddhantha (Shiva Rajkumar)

A mysterious gangster who arrives with his gang and threatens the standoff, hinting at a sequel and continued cycles of violence.

🕶️ Enigma 🔫 Sequel setup 🧭 Power

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Major Themes – Kabzaa (2023)

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🗡️ Crime Empire

Arkeshwara’s rise marks a brutal ascent to power, consolidating control over rival gangs and seizing their empires. The narrative centers on loyalty, turf wars, and the ruthless steps taken to eliminate threats. His transformation from pilot to crime boss drives the core conflict and momentum of the story.

🏛️ Power & Politics

Political manipulation threads through Amarapura as Veer Bahaddur seeks to use Arkeshwara as a weapon in elections. The CM’s ascent and Ghanshyam Pandey’s schemes create a backdrop of ambition, betrayal, and control over people. The intersection of crime and governance shapes the stakes for the characters.

👪 Family & Loyalty

Family ties drive much of the drama: Tulasi Devi’s devotion, Arkeshwara’s protection of Madhumitha and their children, and Sankeshwara’s sacrifices for his brother. The saga tests loyalties through tragedy, elopement, and the costs of power on those closest to Arkeshwara. The emotional core contrasts with the violence of the crime world.

💔 Betrayal & Revenge

Betrayals trigger a cycle of revenge: rival gang leaders collide, and Veer Bahaddur’s revelations expose painful secrets. The pursuit of vengeance drives the plot toward a confrontation that hints at a sequel. The ending leaves unsettled scores and ongoing conflict in its wake.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 14:08

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