Last updated: 8 May 2026


Hindi · Action, Crime, Drama
2h 1m · 26 Apr 2012
Music: Sajid Ali Khan, Wajid Khan | DOP: S. Thirunavukkarasu, Riki Butland | Writer: Robin Bhatt, Aditya Dhar
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
Tezz is an action thriller revolving around a man who resorts to desperate measures to save his family. After a tragic accident, Ajay Devgn's character orchestrates a high-stakes train bombing to extort money for his daughter's medical treatment. The story follows the cat-and-mouse game between him and the police, led by Anil Kapoor, who is determined to thwart the terrorist plot. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice, justice, and moral ambiguity.
Tezz attempts to blend intense action sequences with emotional drama, but the execution is uneven. The story premise is engaging, focusing on a father's desperate attempt to save his daughter, which adds emotional weight to the thriller elements. However, the screenplay suffers from predictability and lacks the tautness expected from a high-octane thriller.
The pacing is sluggish in the first half, with excessive exposition and underdeveloped characters, which affects audience engagement. The second half picks up momentum with some well-choreographed action scenes and a more focused narrative, but it still struggles to maintain consistent tension throughout.
The songs and music by Sajid-Wajid are situational but do not particularly stand out, serving more as narrative fillers than memorable tracks. The background score complements the action sequences adequately but does not elevate the overall mood significantly. Cinematography captures the urban and train sequences effectively, adding a visual appeal to the film.
Ajay Devgn: Delivers a restrained and intense performance, convincingly portraying a desperate father.
Kangana Ranaut: Provides solid support but is underutilized in the narrative.
Anil Kapoor: Brings energy and charm to the role of the police officer, adding a lighter touch.
Zayed Khan: Adequate in a limited role, but lacks impact.
Sameera Reddy: Brief appearance with minimal scope.
Boman Irani: Effective in a pivotal supporting role.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Priyadarshan's direction shows flashes of his trademark style but is hampered by a weak screenplay and inconsistent pacing. The writing lacks the sharpness needed for a thriller, resulting in a film that feels longer than necessary.
| Source | Rating |
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| 3.00 / 5 | |
| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 2.50 / 5 | |
| 2.50 / 5 |
Our Rating
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics generally found Tezz to be an average action thriller with a promising premise but flawed execution. Ajay Devgn's performance was widely appreciated, while the screenplay and pacing received criticism. The film was noted for its action sequences but was seen as lacking in narrative depth.
Final Box-Office Result
Tezz released on 26 April 2012 (2012).
Tezz is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Budget of Tezz is approximately ₹229931 Crore.
Tezz OTT release date not announced yet.
Tezz directed by Priyadarshan. Produced by Ratan Jain, Sanchita Chatterjee.
Tezz stars Ajay Devgn, Kangana Ranaut, Anil Kapoor, Zayed Khan, Sameera Reddy.
Tollybo rates Tezz 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Tezz composed by Sajid Ali Khan, Wajid Khan.
Tezz — Genre: Action, Crime, Drama, Runtime: 121 minutes, Language: Hindi.