Major
This biopic follows the life of Indian Army officer Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, from his childhood to his heroic actions during the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka · Action · History · Drama · 149 min · 2022
Director
Sashi Kiran Tikka
Writer
Abburi Ravi, Akshat Ajay Sharma
Studio
Sony Pictures International Productions / G. Mahesh Babu Entertainment / A+S Movies
Release
2022-06-03
Runtime
149 min
Genres
Action, History, Drama
Full Plot
Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan is a young soldier who grows up with a sense of duty and patriotism, inspired by his father's Navy career. He joins the Indian Army after being rejected by the Navy, rising through the ranks to become an elite training officer before being deployed to Mumbai to counter a terrorist attack on the city. As he navigates the chaos, Sandeep must confront personal struggles and make difficult choices to protect his country.
Cast & Characters
Sandeep Unnikrishnan
Adivi Sesh
Isha Agarwal
Saiee Manjrekar
Pramoda Reddy
Sobhita Dhulipala
Colonel Shera
Murali Sharma
young Sandeep
Amancharla Rama Kausik
Rodriguez
Anish Kuruvilla
Sandhya Unnikrishnan
Greeshma Prudhivi
NSG Captain Aakash
Chanakya Tejas
NDA batchmate Harsh
Abhinav Singh Raghav
NDA batchmate Veer
Veeru Madimetla
terrorist Kasab
K Vineet Chandra
terrorist Ali
Rocky Gondle
Did You Know?
Adivi Sesh appears in 3 films in our catalog, including Kshanam, Evaru.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Major grossed ₹64–66 crore gross worldwide.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Major received positive reviews from critics.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Major holds 7.0/10 on TMDb (48 votes). (Not in OMDb — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.0/10 on TMDb (48 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Major good? What are critics saying?+
Major holds 7.0/10 on TMDb (48 votes). (Not in OMDb — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Major?+
Major has a runtime of 149 min.
Who directed Major?+
Major was directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka.
Where can I watch Major?+
Major is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Major received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the film's personal tone and effective storytelling. Some reviewers noted that the film is not perfect but still delivers an impactful tribute to Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan. However, others criticized the film for its exaggeration and over-the-top moments.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
