Baaghi (film series)

Indian film series

Baaghi

First film logo

Directed by| Sabbir Khan (Baaghi)
Ahmed Khan (Baaghi 2, Baaghi 3)
A. Harsha (Baaghi 4)
Produced by| Sajid Nadiadwala
Starring| Tiger Shroff
Shraddha Kapoor
Disha Patani

Production
company

Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment

Distributed by| UTV Motion Pictures
Fox Star Studios
Pen Studios

Release dates

* 29 April 2016 (2016-04-29) (Baaghi)
* 6 March 2018 (2018-03-06) (Baaghi 2)
* 6 March 2020 (2020-03-06) (Baaghi 3)
* 5 September 2025 (2025-09-05) (Baaghi 4)

Running time

| 133 minutes (Baaghi)
137 minutes (Baaghi 2)
143 minutes (Baaghi 3)
Budget| ₹181 crore (3 films)
Box office| est. ₹522.67 crore (3 films)

Baaghi is an Indian film series produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The protagonist in the series is portrayed by Tiger Shroff. The first film in the series, Baaghi, was released in 2016 and was directed by Sabbir Khan, followed by its sequels, Baaghi 2 (2018) and Baaghi 3 (2020), both directed by Ahmed Khan, Baaghi 4 will be released in 2025 and directed by A. Harsha. Baaghi 2 is the most successful film in the series to date, grossing over ₹258 crores[1] worldwide.

## Films

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Film  | Release date  | Director  | Cast  | Screenwriter(s)  | Based on  | Producer(s)

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Baaghi | 29 April 2016 | Sabbir Khan | Tiger Shroff,
Shraddha Kapoor,
Sudheer Babu,
Sunil Grover | Sanjeev Datta  | Varsham (2004) by Sobhan | Sajid Nadiadwala
Baaghi 2 | 30 March 2018  | Ahmed Khan | Tiger Shroff,
Disha Patani,
Prateik Babbar,
Manoj Bajpayee
Randeep Hooda | Ahmed Khan, Abbas Hierapurwala, Niraj Kumar Mishra  | Kshanam (2016) by Ravikanth Perepu
Baaghi 3 | 6 March 2020  | Tiger Shroff,
Shraddha Kapoor,
Ankita Lokhande,
Riteish Deshmukh,
Jackie Shroff,
Ashutosh Rana | Farhad Samji, Sparsh Khetarpal, Tasha Bhambra, Madhur Sharma, Sajid Nadiadwala  | Vettai (2012) by N. Lingusamy
Baaghi 4 † | 5 September 2025  | A. Harsha | Tiger Shroff,
Harnaaz Kaur Sandhu,
Sonam Bajwa,
Sanjay Dutt | Rajat Arora |

### Baaghi (2016 film)

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Main article: Baaghi (2016 film)

Baaghi is the 2016 Hindi remake of the 2004 Telugu film Varsham, with a climax inspired by the 2011 Indonesian film The Raid: Redemption. It stars Tiger Shroff and Shraddha Kapoor in the lead roles and Sudheer Babu in his Hindi debut, with Sunil Grover in a supporting role.[2][3] Baaghi was released worldwide on 29 April 2016. Made on a budget of ₹370 million (US$4.4 million), the film earned over ₹1.27 billion (US$15 million) worldwide.

Ronny, a rebellious and a strong martial artist faces his biggest battle when he has to travel to Thailand, to rescue the love of his life from a dreaded martial arts world champion who is also his biggest enemy.

### Baaghi 2 (2018 film)

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Main article: Baaghi 2

Baaghi 2 (2018) is the second installment in this series. It stars Tiger Shroff as the titular protagonist with Disha Patani in the lead role. It is a remake of the 2016 Telugu mystery film Kshanam.[4][5][6] Baaghi 2 was released worldwide on 30 March 2018 including 3500 screens in India.[7] Although the action sequences and the cast performances received praise, the film was criticized for its inconsistent script and direction. The film grossed over ₹2.53 billion (US$30 million) worldwide to become the third highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2018.[8]

A battle-hardened and a rebellious Indian Army officer goes in search of his ex-girlfriend's child who is mysteriously kidnapped. Neha reaches out to the only person who can help her with her plight, Ronnie. He goes deep into the underbelly of Goa, facing off against drug lords, menacing Russian henchmen, and blood-thirsty animals. Daring stunts, chase sequences, air strikes, bomb blasts, and other large scale action sequences will be done with a bona-fide, larger than life approach, truly making it a spectacle. The Rebel For Love gets ready to fight.

### Baaghi 3 (2020 film)

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Main article: Baaghi 3 (2020 film)

A sequel, Baaghi 3, was commissioned after the success of the previous film and was also directed by Ahmed Khan, with both Tiger and Shraddha reprising their roles and Sunit Morarjee in a cameo role.[9][10] The core plot of the film is based on the 2012 Tamil film Vettai.[11] The film co-stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Vijay Varma, Jameel Khoury and Disha Patani, who played the female lead in the previous film, makes a special appearance in the song "Do You Love Me".[12] The action sequences were choreographed by Ram Chella, Lakshman Chella, and Kecha Khampadkee.[13]Baaghi 3 was theatrically released in India on 6 March 2020.[citation needed] The film's collections were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic as the theatres were shut down. There were plans for a re-release once the outbreak would end, but the makers instead decided to release it on digital platforms.[14][15] The film became the second highest grossing Bollywood film of 2020.[16]

Ronnie, a young man, shares a deep bond with Vikram, his elder brother and a policeman. When Vikram gets kidnapped in Syria while on a mission, Ronnie sets out to rescue him taking on an entire country.

### Baaghi 4 (2025 film)

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The fourth installment is currently in development. Ahmed Khan said: "The owner of the film is Sajid Nadiadwala. If he decides that we should go ahead with Baaghi 4 we will do it. But we will keep the franchise alive definitely".[17] While interacting with Bollywood Hungama, Tiger Shroff said: "You know I have gotten so many messages and so many calls from people who've said they have unfortunately missed Baaghi 3, because of the situation in the world. They were really etching to see but could not, because of all that was happening. So, the only thing on my mind right now is Baaghi 3, and as you said, I hope they re-release the film. If not, then Baaghi 4 is definitely on the cards". Shroff announced on social media that Sanjay Dutt would be the main antagonist for the fourth movie.[18] The film was announced in November 2024 and will theatrically release on 5 September 2025.[19][20][21]

Ronnie returns in Baaghi 4 with a darker and more intense mission. This time, he is recruited by a covert international agency to stop a global terror network threatening world peace. As Ronnie travels across countries, he faces deadly assassins, cyber terrorists, and a ruthless antagonist played by Sanjay Dutt. The film blends large-scale action with emotional depth, exploring Ronnie’s inner turmoil as he fights for justice.

Directed by A. Harsha in his Hindi directorial debut, the film features Tiger Shroff reprising his role as Ronnie, alongside Sonam Bajwa and Harnaaz Sandhu. The film promises to push the franchise into a more gritty and global narrative. A first look poster released in May 2025 showed Ronnie bloodied and battle-worn, signaling the franchise’s darkest chapter yet.[22]

The film is scheduled for theatrical release on 5 September (Teacher Day) 2025.[23]

## Recurring cast and characters

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This table lists the main characters who appear in the Baaghi Franchise.

> List indicator

>   * A dark grey cell indicates the character was not in the film.

Actor/Actress  | Film

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Baaghi
(2016)  | Baaghi 2
(2018)  | Baaghi 3
(2020)  | Baaghi 4
(2025)
Tiger Shroff | Ranveer Pratap Singh aka "Ronnie  | Ranveer Charan Chaturvedi aka "Ronnie"  |
Shraddha Kapoor | Siya Khurana  |  | Siya Nandan Chaturvedi  |
Shaurya Bhardwaj | Guruswami  | Colonel Ranjit Singh Walia  | Chacha Ji  |
Sudheer Babu | Raghav Shetty  |
Sunil Grover | Paresh Prakash "PP" Khurana  |
Sanjay Mishra | Harry  |
Disha Patani |  | Neha Rawat Salgaonkar  |
Manoj Bajpayee |  | DIG Ajay Shergill  |
Randeep Hooda |  | ACP Loha Singh Dhull "LSD"  |
Deepak Dobriyal |  | Usman Langda  |
Prateik Babbar |  | Sunny Salgaonkar  |
Sunit Morarjee |  | Inspector Sharad Kute  |
Arravya Sharma |  | Rhea Pratap Singh  |
Riteish Deshmukh |  | Vikram Charan Chaturvedi  |
Ankita Lokhande |  | Ruchi Nandan Chaturvedi  |
Sanjay Dutt |  |
Sonam Bajwa |  |
Harnaaz Sandhu |  |
Item Number |  | Jacqueline Fernandez | Disha Patani |

## Additional crew and production details

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Occupation  | Film

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Baaghi
(2016)  | Baaghi 2
(2018)  | Baaghi 3
(2020)  | Baaghi 4
(2025)
Director  | Sabbir Khan | Ahmed Khan | A. Harsha
Producer(s)  | Sajid Nadiadwala
Screenplay  | Sanjeev Datta  | Ahmed Khan
Abbas Hierapurwala
Niraj Kumar Mishra  | Farhad Samji
Sparsh Khetarpal
Tasha Bhambra
Madhur Sharma  | Sparsh Kheterpal
Tasha Bhambra
Rajat Arora
Shiraz Ahmed
Story  | Sanjeev Dutta  | Sajid Nadiadwala
Cinematography  | Binod Pradhan | Santhana Krishnan Ravichandran | Swamy J. Gowda
Editor  | Manan Sagar  | Rameshwar S. Bhagat  | Tammiraju
Composer(s)  | Meet Bros
Amaal Mallik
Ankit Tiwari
Manj Musik
Pranaay Rijia  | Mithoon
Arko
Sandeep Shirodkar
Gourov-Roshin
Pranaay Rijia  | Vishal–Shekhar
Tanishk Bagchi
Sachet–Parampara
Rochak Kohli
Pranaay Rijia  |
Background Score  | Julius Packiam |
Production Companies  | Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment | Fox Star Studios
Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment | Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment
Distributing Companies  | UTV Motion Pictures | Fox Star Studios |
Running Time  | 138 minutes  | 144 minutes  | 143 minutes  |

## Reception

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Box office performance

Each film is linked to the "Box office" section of its article.

Film  | Release date  | Budget  | Worldwide Box Office

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Baaghi | 29 April 2016 | ₹35 crore (US$4.1 million)[24] | ₹129 crore (US$15 million)[25]
Baaghi 2 | 30 March 2018 | ₹59 crore (US$7.0 million)[26] | ₹254.33 crore (US$30 million)[27]
Baaghi 3 | 6 March 2020 | ₹80 crore (US$9.5 million)[28] | ₹137.07 crore (US$16 million)[29][30]
Total | ₹174 crore (US$21 million) | ₹520.40 crore (US$62 million)

Critical reception

Each film is linked to the "Critical response" section of its article.

Film  | Rotten Tomatoes

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Baaghi

| 14% (4.3/10 average rating) (7 reviews)[31]
Baaghi 2 | 33% (4/10 average rating) (12 reviews)[32]
Baaghi 3 | 0% (3.3/10 average rating) (12 reviews)[33]

## References

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1. ^ "Baaghi 2 Box Office Collection till Now". Bollywood Hungama. 30 March 2018.
2. ^ "Baaghi similar to The Raid, producer Guneet Monga files injunction". Hindustan Times, New Delhi. 8 April 2016. Retrieved 28 April 2016.
3. ^ Here's Proof: Tiger Shroff-Shraddha Kapoor's 'Baaghi' copied from 'Varsham' and 'The Raid: Redemption'!. DNA India (15 March 2016)
4. ^ "Baaghi 2: Aditya and his tryst with Telugu cinema". 21 February 2018.
5. ^ "Exclusive: Tiger Shroff-Disha Patani's Baaghi 2 is remake of Telugu film Kshanam". 28 September 2017. Retrieved 1 July 2018.
6. ^ "Baaghi 2: Aditya and his tryst with Telugu cinema". 21 February 2018.
7. ^ Hungama, Bollywood (4 January 2018). "Tiger Shroff – Disha Patani starrer Baaghi 2 to release on March 30". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
8. ^ "Top Hits 2018". Box Office India.
9. ^ "Baaghi 3: Shraddha Kapoor back to play Siya Nandan in Tiger Shroff starrer". Bollywood Hungama. 5 August 2019. Retrieved 6 September 2019.
10. ^ "Tiger Shroff unleashes 'beast mode' for 'Baaghi 3'". The Times of India. 16 August 2019. Retrieved 6 September 2019.
11. ^ "Tiger Shroff-Riteish Deshmukh's 'Baaghi 3', a remake of Tamil hit 'Vettai'?". The New Indian Express. 18 September 2019. Retrieved 18 September 2019.
12. ^ "Baaghi 3 star Tiger Shroff shares sizzling photo of Disha Patani from the song "DO YOU LOVE ME"". Bollywood Hungama. 26 February 2020. Retrieved 26 February 2020.
13. ^ "Tiger Shroff starrer Baaghi 3 had three different action directors for insane action sequences". Bollywood Hungama. 4 March 2020. Retrieved 4 March 2020.
14. ^ "Tiger Shroff's Baaghi 3 may not re-release in theatres; will release now on digital platform". Bollywood Hungama. 7 April 2020. Retrieved 8 April 2020.
15. ^ "Exclusive: "I don't know if there is a point to release the film anymore", says Tiger Shroff talking about the re-release of Baaghi 3". Bollywood Hungama. 7 April 2020. Retrieved 7 April 2020.
16. ^ Hungama, Bollywood. "Baaghi 3 Box Office". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 17 March 2020.
17. ^ "Director Ahmed Khan hints at 'Baaghi 4', says 'will keep the franchise alive'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 9 March 2020.
18. ^ "Tiger Shroff hints about Baaghi 4 plans". BizAsia. Retrieved 11 April 2020.
19. ^ "Baaghi 4: Tiger Shroff wields machete, sits on commode in bewildering, gory first poster". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 18 November 2024.
20. ^ "Tiger Shroff announces 'Baaghi 4' release date; promises 'a darker spirit, a bloodier mission'". Times of India. Retrieved 18 November 2024.
21. ^ "Sanjay Dutt joins Tiger Shroff in Baaghi 4". The Hindu. 9 December 2024.
22. ^ "Tiger Shroff unleashes his dark spirit with 'Baaghi 4' first look". Economic Times. 10 May 2025. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
23. ^ "Baaghi 4: Release Date, Star Cast, Trailer, Budget, Box Office & More". The Times of India. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
24. ^ "Baaghi – Movie – Box Office India". www.boxofficeindia.com.
25. ^ "Baaghi Box Office Collection till Now". Bollywood Hungama. 29 April 2016.
26. ^ "Baaghi 2 – Movie – Box Office India". Box Office India. Retrieved 2 April 2018.
27. ^ "Box Office: Worldwide collection and days wise break up of Baaghi 2". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 2 April 2018.
28. ^ "Baaghi 3 – Movie – Box Office India". Box Office India.
29. ^ "Baaghi 3 Box Office Collection". Bollywood Hungama. 6 March 2020.
30. ^ "Baaghi 3 Box Office". Bollywood Hungama. 6 March 2020. Retrieved 10 April 2020.
31. ^ "Baaghi (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2 February 2025.
32. ^ "Baaghi 2 | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2 February 2025.
33. ^ "Baaghi 3 | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2 February 2025.

## External links

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* Baaghi at IMDb
* Baaghi 2 at IMDb
* Baaghi 3 at IMDb
* Baaghi 4 at IMDb

*[est.]: estimation
*[†]: Film has not yet been released