Film

Dhoom 2

Name: Dhoom 2
Genre: Drama, Action, Thriller, Crime
Released: 2006
Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Uday Chopra, Bipasha Basu

Dhoom 2 is a stylish heist thriller where two cops chase a charming international thief across exotic locations. It's a big-budget Bollywood spectacle: globe-trotting action, elaborate set pieces, and movie-star charisma everywhere. Built for audiences who want slick entertainment, technical skill, and the simple pleasure of watching attractive people outwit each other.

TMDb rating

3.3

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