Tathastu(2006)
Tathastu (English: So be it) is a 2006 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Anubhav Sinha. The film stars Sanjay Dutt as Ravi Rajput and Ameesha Patel as his wife Saru. It is based on the 2002 American film John Q. The story follows a desperate father who takes a hospital hostage after his son is diagnosed with a failing heart and he cannot afford the transplant surgery. The film explores themes of systemic failure, parental love, and political manipulation. It received mixed reviews from critics and was not a commercial success. The runtime is 113 minutes.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video, MX Player, ShemarooMe, Netflix, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2006
- Director
- Anubhav Sinha
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Ravi Rajput is a poor mill worker whose young son Gaurav collapses while playing cricket. Doctors say Gaurav needs a heart transplant costing 15 lakh rupees. When insurance and his employer refuse to help, Ravi takes the hospital hostage with a gun. He demands the surgery for his son as the media turns him into a folk hero.
“A father will break every rule to save his son.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Tathastu
Cast reunions in this film: Gulshan Grover & Sanjay Dutt (19 films together), Ameesha Patel & Gulshan Grover (4 films together), and Ameesha Patel & Sanjay Dutt (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Tathastu' is a Sanskrit word meaning 'so be it' or 'let it be so'.
- It was originally planned as a remake of the 2002 Hollywood film 'John Q', but the script was heavily adapted for an Indian setting.
- Actor Sanjay Dutt performed many of his own stunts, including scenes where he runs through crowded hospital corridors.
- The movie was shot extensively in real hospitals and mills in Mumbai to create a gritty, authentic feel.
- Music composer Vishal-Shekhar, known for upbeat scores, created a somber and tense background score for this drama.
- Despite its serious theme, the film had a moderate box office opening but did not become a major commercial success.
- Director Anubhav Sinha later said the film's realistic tone was a deliberate shift from his earlier more glamorous projects.