'Force' Turns 15: Actor Recounts Filmmaking Journey with Nishikant Kamat

The 2011 action‑drama ‘Force’, headlined by John Abraham, celebrated fifteen years on the silver screen this week. To mark the occasion, Abraham posted an emotional note remembering director Nishikant Kamat, whose guidance he described as the cornerstone of the film’s success. In his message, the actor reflected on the challenges of blending high‑intensity fight choreography with a resonant love story, adding, “Our goal was to deliver powerful action without sacrificing heart.” He credited Kamat with providing the confidence that allowed him to explore the gritty ACP Yashwardhan character, writing, “Nishikant believed in me, pushed my limits, and shaped the film’s direction. I hope he’s watching and feels proud.” Co‑stars Janhvi Kapoor and Vidyut Jamwal, along with veterans Mohanish Baijal, Raj Babbar and Mukesh Rishi, helped bring the storyline to life. The movie, a Hindi adaptation of Gautam Menon’s Tamil hit ‘Kaaka Kaaka’, combined crime‑fighting thrills with a tender romance. Its box‑office performance birthed a franchise, leading to ‘Force 2’ in 2016 with Sonakshi Sinha, while the upcoming ‘Force 3’ is slated for a March 19, 2027 release under the direction of Bhav Dhulia.