Boss (2013) — Hindi Action

In the 2013 Indian action-comedy film *Boss*, directed by Anthony D'Souza, Akshay Kumar stars as Surya, a man who, after being disowned by his father, Satyakant Shastri (Mithun Chakraborty), seeks refuge with the notorious gangster Big Boss (Danny Denzongpa). The film also features Shiv Panditt as Shiv, Ronit Roy as Ayushman Thakur, and Aditi Rao Hydari as Ankita. The central conflict revolves around Surya's estrangement from his father and his subsequent involvement with the criminal underworld. The film explores themes of family loyalty, justice, and redemption, set against a backdrop of corruption and power struggles. The tone is a blend of action, drama, and comedy, characteristic of the masala genre. *Boss* is a remake of the 2010 Malayalam film *Pokkiri Raja*. Upon its release in 2013, *Boss* received mixed reviews. Critics praised Akshay Kumar's performance but criticized the film's pacing and narrative coherence. The film appeals to fans of Bollywood masala entertainers, offering a mix of action, drama, and humor.