Before Pushpa: The Rise, there was Kick. The "Karige Loga" (sad version) and the "Kick theme" are legendary. The Hindi dubbing often keeps these tracks intact, creating a sonic experience that gives you goosebumps.

The biggest reason the 2009 version is rated the "best" is the lead actor himself. Ravi Teja plays Kalyan, a man who craves "kicks" (thrills) in life. His energy is electric. Unlike typical action heroes who are stoic and serious, Ravi Teja brings a manic, comedic, and intense vibe that Salman Khan tried to replicate but couldn't quite match.

In the Hindi dubbed version, the voice artist captures Ravi Teja’s unique mannerisms perfectly, making every dialogue delivery punchy and entertaining. Whether he is teasing the heroine or fighting goons, his screen presence is undeniable.

Director Surender Reddy crafted a screenplay that never slows down. The first half is a romantic comedy; the second half is a heist thriller. The Hindi dub enhances this pace by shortening lengthy Telugu cultural references and replacing them with universal gags.

Cinematography: Shot by Sameer Reddy, the film uses vibrant color palettes—from the golden hues of Indian weddings to the neon-soaked streets of Bangkok. In Hindi, the visual storytelling remains intact because action needs no translation.

Editing: The film runs for roughly 2 hours and 45 minutes, but the Hindi cut trims fat without losing context. This makes the dubbed version tighter and more re-watchable.

Finding a high-quality version of this film can be tricky because the official Hindi dub was released years ago by different distributors. Here are the current best sources (as of 2025):

Songs like "Kick Mera Dil" and "Neeve Na Neeve Na" were recreated in Hindi as "Kick Lag Gayi" and "Tu Hi Tu." Unlike terrible remakes, these retained the original energy. Even today, these tracks dominate wedding playlists in North India.

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In the pantheon of great South Indian films dubbed into Hindi, Kick (2009) stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Wanted (Salman’s remake of Pokiri) and Ghajini (Aamir’s remake of the Tamil original).

However, unlike those films where Bollywood improved the product, the Hindi film industry arguably made Kick worse. The original remains the definitive version.

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) – Deducting one star only for the slightly dated visual effects (it is 2009, after all).

You cannot talk about Kick without mentioning the background score. Music director S. Thaman delivered a soundtrack that is still iconic. The song "Manasa Nuvvunde Chota" (known for its soulful melody) and the high-energy title track are unforgettable.

Even in the Hindi dubbed version, the original background score is often retained, and for good reason—it elevates the movie. The "Kick" theme music creates an adrenaline rush that keeps you hooked from start to finish.