Kaafila(1990)
Kaafila is a 1990 Hindi thriller-drama film directed by Sudhanshu Hakku. The lead cast includes Juhi Chawla, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Paresh Rawal, Joy Augustine, and Sunil Dhawan. The story centers on Kalpana Awasti, a young woman who defies her parents' objections to marry the man she loves. Set in a traditional Indian household, the film explores the conflict between personal desire and familial duty. Kaafila is notable for its emotional storytelling and strong performances, particularly by Juhi Chawla in a early career role. The film was produced and released in India in 1990.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1990
- Director
- Ammtoje Mann
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 4.1/10
Storyline
Kalpana Awasti loves a man her parents reject. They want her to marry someone they choose. She must decide between obeying her family or following her heart. Her choice leads to a fight for love and freedom.
“Love that defies all odds”
Film Details
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Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kaafila
Cast reunions in this film: Juhi Chawla & Sunny Deol (4 films together), and Sunny Deol & Sadashiv Amrapurkar (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Kaafila' was changed from its original name 'Kaafila Aa Gaya' before release.
- It was one of the few films where actor Uday Tikekar played a romantic lead opposite a top star like Juhi Chawla.
- Director Shibu Mitra was better known as a cinematographer, having shot films like 'Maine Pyar Kiya'.
- The film's music composer, Bappi Lahiri, did not have a major hit song from this soundtrack, unlike many of his other 90s scores.
- Sadashiv Amrapurkar, who played the antagonist Thakur, was known for villain roles but had just won a National Award for a comic part in 1990.
- The movie's plot centered on student union politics, a theme less common in mainstream Hindi cinema of that era.
- Despite starring popular actress Juhi Chawla, the film did not perform well at the box office and is largely forgotten today.