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Release of international thriller 7 Dogs

Overview

The international Arabic action thriller ‘7 Dogs’ was released in Indian theaters on August 21 in both Hindi and English. Directed by Bilall Fallah and Adil El Arbi, the film follows Interpol agent Khalid Al-Azzazi and Ghali Abu Dawood, a member of the ‘7 Dogs’ crime syndicate, as they work to dismantle a Middle Eastern drug trafficking network specializing in a synthetic drug known as ‘Pink Lady’.

Produced by Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, with support from Riyadh Season and Sela Studios, the production features an international ensemble. The cast includes Egyptian actors Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Ezz, Monica Bellucci, Martin Lawrence, and Giancarlo Esposito. The film also features special appearances by Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt, a casting choice reportedly suggested by Alalshikh.

Following its release, critics have characterized the film as a light-hearted, ‘corny’ action piece that prioritizes high-stakes chases and visual spectacle over a complex narrative. The production is noted for its attempt to represent global stardom by blending Hollywood-style action with international talent. The film was shot entirely in Riyadh and depicts the kingdom’s legal approach to drug trafficking.

Following its record-breaking release in the Middle East, the film’s trailer highlighted its large-scale production and stunt design, overseen by Stephen Dunlevy, known for work on the ‘John Wick’ and ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ franchises.

Entities

Salman Khan · 7 Dogs · Adil El Arbi · Karim Abdel Aziz · Bilall Fallah

Timeline

  1. 22 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    7 Dogs action film released in Indian cinemas

    The action film ‘7 Dogs’, directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, has arrived in Indian cinemas, featuring an international cast and high-octane sequences centered on a mission to bust a drug syndicate.

  2. 23 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Directors praise Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt in ‘7 Dogs’

    Directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah praised Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt for their professionalism and charisma during the filming of the Saudi Arabian action movie ‘7 Dogs’ in Riyadh.

  3. 30 days ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources
    7 Dogs trailer features Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt

    The trailer for the international action thriller ‘7 Dogs’ has been unveiled, starring Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, and an ensemble of global actors, with a theatrical release set for August 21.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 6 sources
    7 Dogs international thriller to release in India on August 21

    The international action thriller '7 Dogs,' featuring cameos by Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt, will be released in India on August 21.

Sources

deccanchronicle.com · desitalkchicago.com · dtnext.in · en.etemaaddaily.com · kiddaan.com · munsifdaily.com · newindianexpress.com · news18.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · newsbytesapp.com · rozanaspokesman.com · scroll.in · socialnews.xyz · tennews.in · urbanasian.com

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