Though K.G.F: Chapter 2 released later, the first installment dropped in 2017 (Kannada) and hit Hindi dubbing circuits by early 2018, dominating the conversation for years to come. It remains the gold standard for gritty, bloody revenge movies.

Original Language: Telugu Release Year: 2016 (Hindi Dubbed Release peaked in 2017) Genre: Suspense Thriller / Revenge

For fans of slick, Hollywood-style espionage mixed with personal vengeance, Vivegam starring Ajith Kumar is a visual treat. Dubbed into Hindi as The Final Attack, this 2017 film suits the urban revenge seeker.

Avoid Baadshaho (original Hindi) – it’s a heist film, not pure revenge. Also avoid Munna Michael – it’s a dance film, not revenge.

Original Language: Kannada
Hindi Dubbed Release: 2018 (but pre-release hype and festival screenings began late 2017)
Director: Prashanth Neel

Strictly speaking, K.G.F: Chapter 1 officially launched in Hindi in 2018, but its promotional material and limited screenings in late 2017 created a massive underground buzz. Given its dominance, it must be included as a spiritual entry for anyone searching 2017 revenge sagas.

The Plot: Set in the 1970s and 80s, the film follows Rocky (Yash), a ruthless mercenary born into poverty. He is hired to assassinate the son of a powerful don in the gold mines of Kolar. However, Rocky flips the script. His revenge isn't personal—it's existential. He wants to kill the system that keeps the poor enslaved.

Why it’s a classic:

While many revenge films focus on the victim, this Tamil hit (dubbed in Hindi as Khakee: The Power of Police) focuses on the relentless pursuit of a cop. Released in 2017, it is based on a true story about the infamous "Highway Shutters" dacoit gang.