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Birthday Special: Dive into Vicky Kaushal’s best films on ZEE5 Global

On Kaushal’s special day, let’s explore four of his best titles available on ZEE5 Global.

Birthday Special: Dive into Vicky Kaushal’s best films on ZEE5 Global

As Vicky Kaushal celebrates his 36th birthday today on May 16, it is essential to acknowledge his incredible journey in cinema. Rising to mainstream fame with his standout performance in Uri: The Surgical Strike, Vicky broke stereotypes and showcased his versatility. Now, with his latest release, Sam Bahadur, which has already broken records on ZEE5 Global, Vicky continues to push boundaries and engage audiences worldwide. On his special day, let's explore four of his best titles available on ZEE5 Global.

Sam Bahadur


Witness the exemplary story of Sam Manekshaw, who led a new India through 3 major wars until 1971 and became the 1st-ever Indian Army officer to get promoted to the rank of India's 1st field marshal. Vicky Kaushal's portrayal of the legendary Sam Manekshaw in this highly anticipated biopic was spot-on, earning him acclaim for his exceptional performance.

 Uri: The Surgical Strike

The movie revolves around the surgical strike executed by the Indian Army on suspected militants who attacked an army base in Uri, Jammu, and Kashmir, in 2016. Vicky Kaushal shines as Major Vihaan Singh Shergill, leading a daring operation against militants in Uri. His portrayal of courage and determination earned him widespread acclaim and solidified his position as one of Bollywood's most promising talents.

Manmarziyaan

Manmarziyaan is a Hindi romantic movie starring Taapsee Pannu, Abhishek Bachchan, and Vicky Kaushal. Set in Amritsar, the movie is a love triangle. Rumi and Vicky, who are in love, are caught by Rumi’s parents and pressured to get married. However, Vicky is unwilling to commit. A frustrated Rumi agrees to an arranged marriage with Robbie. What ensues is a muddled love triangle. Who will Rumi finally choose? Vicky Kaushal’s charming and layered portrayal adds depth to the film, making it a must-watch for fans of heartfelt storytelling.

Raman Raghav 2.0

Explore Vicky Kaushal's darker side in this psychological thriller directed by Anurag Kashyap. Playing the role of a cop on the hunt for a deranged serial killer, Vicky delivers a haunting performance that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Ramanna, a serial killer, takes interest in Raghavan, a cop with drug addiction. Ramanna sees Raghavan committing two murders. Despite repeated attempts, police fail to nab Ramanna. Later, he confronts Raghavan and makes him realise how they both are similar and complete each other.

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How Lee Cronin’s 'The Mummy' turns a classic adventure into a domestic horror

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  • Moves away from the adventure tone of The Mummy (1999) into possession-led horror
  • Shifts the setting from desert tombs to a family home in Albuquerque
  • Focuses on parental fear and a “returned” child rather than treasure hunting
  • Relies on body horror, sound design and shock value over spectacle
  • Critics call it bold and unsettling, but uneven in storytelling

From desert spectacle to domestic dread

For decades, The Mummy has been tied to adventure, romance and spectacle, most famously in The Mummy (1999). That version thrived on sweeping desert landscapes, archaeological intrigue and a sense of escapism.

Lee Cronin takes a sharply different route. His reworking strips away the sense of adventure and relocates the horror into the home. The story still begins in Egypt, anchored by an ancient sarcophagus, but quickly shifts to the United States, where the real tension unfolds inside a family house.

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