Hu Tu Tu(1999)
Hu Tu Tu is a 1999 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Gulzar. The film stars Nana Patekar, Suniel Shetty, Tabu, and Suhasini Mulay. The story follows Panna Barve, the daughter of a corrupt chief minister, who is kidnapped by a gang led by her former lover. The film explores themes of political corruption, family dysfunction, and revenge. It is known for its brutally honest and uncompromising narrative. Tabu won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress, and Suhasini Mulay won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress. The film was released on 22 January 1999.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1999
- Director
- Gulzar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 52m
- Rating
- 5.9/10
Storyline
Panna Barve is the neglected daughter of a power-hungry chief minister. She falls in love with Adi, a boy from a corrupt family. After a tragic accident separates them, Panna is kidnapped by a gang. The gang leader is Adi, now a rebel. Together, they must decide whether to forgive their parents or take revenge.
“A game of power and revenge.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Hu Tu Tu
Cast reunions in this film: Tabu & Sunil Shetty (5 films together), Shivaji & Nana Patekar (3 films together), Tabu & Nana Patekar (2 films together), Nana Patekar & Sunil Shetty (2 films together), and Sunil Shetty & Suhasini Mulay (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Hu Tu Tu' refers to the traditional Indian game of kabaddi, used as a metaphor for political maneuvering.
- Gulzar wrote the film's script in the 1970s but it took over two decades to get made due to its bold political themes.
- This was the first and only film where veteran actress Shabana Azmi and her real-life brother, actor Babban Azmi, shared screen space.
- The movie features a cameo by lyricist and director Gulzar himself in a brief scene as a party guest.
- Despite its star cast, the film was a commercial failure, partly due to its complex narrative and release timing.
- The soundtrack, composed by Vishal Bhardwaj, includes a rare qawwali sung by Asha Bhosle and Shankar Mahadevan.
- Sunil Shetty performed his own stunts for the action sequences, including a dramatic chase scene on foot through crowded streets.