Akira (2016): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Akira is a 2016 crime thriller directed by A.R. Murugadoss, starring Sonakshi Sinha as Akira, Anurag Kashyap and Konkona Sen Sharma. It runs 2 hours 18 minutes and earned $4.3 million worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 18m (138 min)
- Director
- A.R. Murugadoss
- Original language
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Hindi - Studio
- A.R.Murugadoss Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Akira About?
The premise of Akira without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Akira Sharma is an ordinary woman from Jodhpur whose life changes forever when she witnesses a terrible act against a neighbor. This experience sparks a determination within her, and she begins to learn how to protect herself. Through this journey, a fierce and independent spirit emerges, shaping her into a formidable force.
Akira Cast & Characters
Sonakshi Sinha leads the cast as Akira, with Anurag Kashyap as ACP Rane and Konkona Sen Sharma as SP Rabiya. Directed by A.R. Murugadoss; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director A.R. Murugadoss
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Sonakshi Sinha as Akira -
Anurag Kashyap as ACP Rane - Konkona Sen Sharma as SP Rabiya
- Mithun Chakraborty
Also Starring in Akira
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- Atul Kulkarni
- Amit Sadh Sidharth
- Smita Jaykar
- Urmila Mahanta Anna
More from A.R. Murugadoss
More films directed by A.R. Murugadoss, best-rated first: Sikandar, Darbar, Darbar and Spyder.
Akira Plot Summary
What happens in Akira from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Akira Sharma, a young girl portrayed by Sonakshi Sinha, witnesses a brutal acid attack on a woman and steps in to help the police catch one of the criminals. The others retaliate with a violent act of revenge, slashing her face and leaving a permanent scar. To empower her and reduce the risk of future harm, her father enrolls her in a self-defense class.
Full summary
The whole story of Akira, scene by scene
Akira Box Office
Akira grossed $4.3 million worldwide. $219,401 came from the US and Canada and $4.1 million (95%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$4.3M
- US & Canada
- $219.4K
- International
- $4.1M
Akira Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Akira.
How Well Do You Know Akira?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What violent act does Akira witness as a child?
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Akira FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Akira, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Akira?
Akira runs 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes).
When was Akira released?
Akira was released on September 1, 2016.
Who directed Akira?
Akira was directed by A.R. Murugadoss.
More films by A.R. Murugadoss Who is in the cast of Akira?
Akira stars Sonakshi Sinha as Akira, Anurag Kashyap as ACP Rane and Konkona Sen Sharma as SP Rabiya, among 9 credited actors.
How much did Akira make at the box office?
Akira grossed $4.3 million worldwide ($219,401 domestic, $4.1 million international).
Does Akira have a post-credit scene?
No. Akira has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Akira in?
The original language of Akira is Hindi.
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