Kisaan(2009)
Kisaan is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Puneet Sira. The lead cast includes Sohail Khan, Arbaaz Khan, and Jackie Shroff. The story follows a farmer in Punjab who faces losing his ancestral land to a bank loan. His two sons struggle to save the farm using both legal and violent means. The film highlights corruption in the banking system and the exploitation of farmers. It received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its emotional core and social message. The movie was released in theaters on 24 April 2009.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 28 August 2009
- Director
- Puneet Sira
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
An elderly farmer in Punjab is about to lose his land to a corrupt bank manager. His two sons try everything to save the family farm. They face betrayal from their own uncle and violence from the system. The brothers must decide how far they are willing to go to protect their father's legacy.
“A farmer's fight for his land”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kisaan
Cast reunions in this film: Jackie Shroff & Dalip Tahil (7 films together), Sharat Saxena & Dalip Tahil (7 films together), Jackie Shroff & Sharat Saxena (6 films together), Jackie Shroff & Arbaaz Khan (4 films together), Arbaaz Khan & Sohail Khan (4 films together), and Arbaaz Khan & Sharat Saxena (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Kisaan' means 'farmer' in Hindi, reflecting its focus on agricultural land issues.
- Director Puneet Sira is also a noted film editor, having worked on movies like 'Dilwale' and 'Golmaal Again'.
- It features veteran actor Jackie Shroff as the patriarch, a role highlighting rural family conflicts.
- The movie was shot extensively in Punjab to authentically depict the farming landscape and culture.
- Despite its star cast, the film had a very limited theatrical release and low box office earnings.
- The soundtrack includes a song by Punjabi singer Harbhajan Mann, known for his work in folk music.
- It was produced by Sira's own production company, combining his editing and directing roles.