'Fateh' is India’s answer to Hollywood-level action sequences: Sonu Sood

New Delhi: Bollywood actor Sonu Sood revealed that his motivation for directing the film 'Fateh' was to create action sequences on par with Hollywood films.

 "The films of India have always been challenged for not having up-to-the-mark action in it. Why the films here do not have action sequences like Hollywood films? So, I wanted to give such a movie which would have good action where people can proudly say that if someone wants to see action then he should watch Fateh...," he said. 

Sood has donned the hat of a director with his latest film, 'Fateh', which hit theatres on January 10.

The film, which centres around the fight against cybercrime, features an inspiring musical score, with Cotler contributing her composition and vocals for the track 'Call to Life.'

Cotler, known for her work on 'Dune' and her role as Oscar-winning music composer Hans Zimmer's live band's lead vocalist, composed the powerful song for one of the film's high-stakes action sequences.

While reflecting on the creative process in a recent interview with ANI, Sood said, "When I was writing the film, I knew I didn't want loud music. The music had to be felt with the scenes, and I wanted the audience to connect emotionally. I was always a fan of Hans Zimmer, and his work has been a huge influence on me. When I came across 'To the Moon', I felt that it perfectly captured the essence of the film's theme."

Sood further shared how Zimmer's lead vocalist, Loire Cotler, was integral to the film's sound. "Hans Zimmer spoke about Loire in an interview, praising her intensity and vocal pitch. I'm fortunate that I got her on board, and her voice became the voice of Fateh."

The movie also features a stellar list of playback singers, including Arijit Singh, B Praak, Sukhwinder Singh, and Honey Singh among others. "Fateh's music album is one of the best we have in recent times," he added.

The film, which was released on January 10, 2025, has received praise for its action sequences.

International stunt director Lee Whittaker, who has worked on Captain Marvel and Fast & Furious 5, choreographed the film's intense stunts. Sood revealed that the sequences were shot in several international locations, including Istanbul, Dubai, and the United States.

Alongside Sood, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Jacqueline Fernandez, Vijay Raaz, and the legendary Naseeruddin Shah.