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Kill (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Kill is a 2024 action thriller directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, starring Lakshya as Amrit Rathod, Abhishek Chauhan and Tanya Maniktala. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $1.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.

IMDb rating
7.4/10
worldwide gross
$1.9M
Echo Score
78
Metascore
74
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Kill (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 45m (105 min)
Genres
Action , Crime , Drama , Thriller
Original language
Hindi
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Kill About?

The premise of Kill without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A desperate attempt to stop a wedding takes a dangerous turn when a ruthless gang of thieves seizes control, unleashing chaos on a train headed for New Delhi. A skilled commando must then confront his own sense of right and wrong while protecting innocent passengers from a merciless adversary.

Kill Themes & Keywords

· 41 tags
  • train
  • indian
  • fight
  • blood
  • hit with a fire extinguisher
  • fire extinguisher
  • murder
  • violence
  • bloody
  • graphic violence
  • knives
  • gore
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  • one person army action
  • death of girlfriend
  • die hard scenario
  • brain matter
  • lighter
  • death of heroine
  • action violence
  • stabbed in the head
  • burning one's face
  • epic action
  • extreme violence
  • killed with a hammer
  • train journey
  • bereavement
  • killing machine
  • repeated dialogue
  • night
  • no title at beginning
  • one man army
  • betrayal
  • righteous rage
  • close quarters combat
  • male protagonist
  • assassin
  • reference to rambo
  • revenge
  • knife
  • native american
  • stabbed in the eye
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Cast & crew

Kill Cast & Characters

Lakshya leads the cast as Amrit Rathod, with Abhishek Chauhan as Bhukhan and Tanya Maniktala as Tulika Singh. Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat; 19 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Kill

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From the director

More from Nikhil Nagesh Bhat

More films directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat: Apurva, Hurdang and Brij Mohan Amar Rahe!.

Full filmography
Ratings

Kill Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Kill 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 78/100, strongest in sensory experience (90) and weakest in story & flow (60).

78 /100

Kill Echo Score Breakdown

Kill delivers a relentless blend of high-octane choreography and visceral intensity that stands out among contemporary action films. The direction and editing maintain an unyielding pace, creating a thrilling momentum, though some viewers note the nonstop assault becomes numbing at times. Character development is streamlined in service of the violence-driven narrative, yielding mixed emotional engagement. Plot coherence suffers occasional lapses, but the film’s stylized visuals and blood-soaked impact ensure a gripping sensory experience. Overall, Kill’s bold design combines striking action with limited narrative depth.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 88

    Art & Craft: The film excels in its choreography and camera work, presenting each fight with precise framing and dynamic edits. The direction employs inventive stylistic tricks that heighten impact, though the relentless pacing occasionally blurs individual moments. Production design establishes a gritty, confined aesthetic aboard the train. Overall, the craft delivers a polished yet intense visual presentation.

  • Character & Emotion 60

    Character & Emotion: The performances convey raw physical commitment, yet character arcs remain underdeveloped amid the nonstop action. Emotional stakes emerge in pivotal confrontations, but thin backstories and rapid pacing limit deeper resonance. Chemistry between leads provides fleeting human connection, though peripheral figures often serve only plot functions. Ultimately, emotional engagement is uneven yet occasionally effective.

  • Story & Flow 60

    Story & Flow: The narrative follows a straightforward revenge premise, offering occasional twists that sustain momentum. Pacing is brisk, but the ceaseless action sometimes undermines plot coherence, leading to minor logical gaps. Originality arises in the train-bound setting and sly structural techniques, yet character motivations are rarely interrogated. Overall, the plot is serviceable but lacks substantive depth.

  • Sensory Experience 90

    Sensory Experience: The film delivers a potent auditory and visual assault, with a relentless sound design that accentuates each impact. The soundtrack underscores tension, while stylized blood effects and stark lighting reinforce the brutal aesthetic. Editing choices maximize kinetic energy, creating an immersive atmosphere. Overall, the sensory elements combine to produce a visceral, unforgettable experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 75

    Rewatch Factor: The intensity of the choreography and inventive action set pieces reward repeat viewings for genre enthusiasts. The confined train environment reveals new details with each pass, though narrative simplicity may limit broader appeal. Thrill-driven sequences remain engaging, but emotional and thematic layers offer modest additional depth. Ultimately, Kill sustains moderate long-term appeal.

Plot

Kill Plot Summary

What happens in Kill from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Amrit Rathod, an Lakshya, serves as a skilled NSG commando who, along with his colleague Viresh “Bhukhan” Chatwal, Abhishek Chauhan, returns to the scenic town of Palampur in Himachal Pradesh. Their peaceful life is disrupted when Amrit’s long-time partner, Tulika Singh, played by Tanya Maniktala, the daughter of a powerful and influential business tycoon named Baldev Singh Thakur (Harsh Chhaya), faces unforeseen difficulties.

Full summary

The whole story of Kill, scene by scene

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Box office

Kill Box Office

Kill grossed $1.9 million worldwide. $1.2 million came from the US and Canada and $759,385 (39%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.9M

US & Canada
$1.2M
International
$759.4K
US & Canada 61% Rest of the world 39%
Videos

Kill Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 3 trailers and 1 clip.

Trailer
  • Trailer Official US Trailer
  • Trailer UK Trailer
  • Clip Did You Take A Shot At Us?
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Kill?

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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Details

Kill Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “Kill: Masacre En El Tren” and “Схватка”.

Also known as
  • Kill: Masacre En El Tren
  • Схватка
  • 绝命列车
  • 킬
  • Kill: O Massacre no Trem
  • Geber!
  • 杀戮列车
  • Kill: Viagem Mortal
  • کشتن
  • 殺
  • Žudyk
  • להרוג, მკვლელობა
+1 more
  • Сутичка

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FAQ

Kill FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Kill, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Kill?

Kill runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

When was Kill released?

Kill was released on July 4, 2024.

Who directed Kill?

Kill was directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat.

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Who is in the cast of Kill?

Kill stars Lakshya as Amrit Rathod, Abhishek Chauhan as Bhukhan and Tanya Maniktala as Tulika Singh, among 19 credited actors.

How much did Kill make at the box office?

Kill grossed $1.9 million worldwide ($1.2 million domestic, $759,385 international).

How is Kill rated?

Kill has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 74 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.

Does Kill have a post-credit scene?

No. Kill has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Kill in?

The original language of Kill is Hindi.

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