Zameen

Zameen

Year: 2003

Runtime: 154 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Rohit Shetty

ThrillerAction

An Army colonel (Devgan) leads his commandos in capturing a dangerous terrorist, prompting the remaining members of the terrorist network to hijack an Indian jet and demand his release. In Mumbai, ACP Jay (Bachchan) pursues the plot, discovers the Army’s involvement and must cooperate with the colonel, uncovering secret motives along the way.

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Timeline & Setting – Zameen (2003)

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Time period

Location

Parliament of India (New Delhi), Mumbai, Kazan (Pakistan-administered Kashmir)

The story unfolds across key Indian locations, beginning with the Parliament attack in New Delhi and escalating through the dense urban landscape of Mumbai. It shifts to the hijacked plane and culminates in the volatile region of Pakistan-administered Kashmir, including the town of Kazan. This multi-location setting emphasizes a cross-border terrorism crisis that necessitates cooperation between military and police forces.

🏛️ Political 🚨 Security 🇮🇳 India 🗺️ Cross-border 🏙️ Urban

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Main Characters – Zameen (2003)

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Col. Ranvir Singh Ranawat (Ajay Devgn)

A battle-hardened army commander who leads the counter-terrorism response. He is strict, decisive, and deeply committed to duty, but must navigate tension with a rising young officer and the consequences of past mistakes. His protective leadership drives cohesion among his men as they pursue the terrorists.

🛡️ Leader ⚔️ Veteran 🎖️ Hero

ACP Jaideep 'Jai' Rai (Abhishek Bachchan)

An astute and ambitious Anti-Terrorist Squad officer who clashes with Ranvir yet proves crucial to the mission. He balances investigative instincts with practical field tactics, often taking bold action in dangerous situations. His involvement heightens the stakes of the operation and personal stakes with his fiancée on board.

🕵️ Detective ⚡️ Proactive 🎯 Strategist

Baba Zaheer Khan (Mukesh Tiwari)

The ruthless ringleader behind the terrorist plot, orchestrating the attack and hostage situation. He remains dangerous and resourceful, manipulating the course of events until his eventual capture and a dramatic fall from a helicopter.

🧨 Terrorist

Nandini J. Rai (Bipasha Basu)

Jaideep Rai's fiancée and an in-flight supervisor aboard the hijacked plane. She represents innocent civilians caught in the crisis and becomes a focal point for both the passengers and the rescuers.

💍 Fiancée

Captain Bashir Ali (Pankaj Dheer)

Captain and foster father to Jaideep Rai, with authority aboard the plane and ties to Jaideep’s personal history. His role adds emotional stakes to the rescue mission.

🛩️ Captain

Hawaldaar (Surender Dhavle)

A loyal member of the security forces involved in frontline action during the siege and rescue operations.

🛡️ Soldier

Pakistani Army Officer (Rajendra Sethi)

A Pakistani Army officer representing the cross-border military presence during the crisis.

🎖️ Officer

Pakistani Home Minister (Arun Bali)

A political figure linked to the crisis dynamics and cross-border tension in the narrative.

🗳️ Politician

Major Puri (Subrat Dutta)

A high-ranking officer involved in the military operations and command decisions during the events.

🎖️ Major

Senior Army Officer (Mohan Joshi)

An experienced military authority providing strategic oversight during the crisis.

🧭 Commander

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Major Themes – Zameen (2003)

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🛡️ Terrorism

The film centers on a bold terrorist plot and the ensuing counterterrorism response. It shows how terrorist networks threaten civilians and trigger rapid military and police action. The narrative examines intelligence, risk, and the moral weight of rescue missions in the face of danger. It also contrasts negotiation pressures with decisive force to protect lives.

🤝 Teamwork

Two institutions—the Army and the Anti-Terrorist Squad—are forced to cooperate despite mistrust. Col. Ranvir Singh Ranawat and ACP Jaideep Rai pool their resources to outsmart the terrorists. The alliance tests pride, strategy, and loyalty under extreme pressure. The plan to save hostages depends on seamless collaboration.

⚖️ Duty

Duty drives the protagonists to risk their lives for strangers. The film explores personal sacrifice, accountability, and the burden of leadership after failures. It presents the tension between protecting civilians and following orders under political and international scrutiny. The protagonists' perseverance under fire defines the moral arc of the story.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 12:01

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