Phool Aur Aag(1999)
Phool Aur Aag is a 1999 Indian Hindi-language action film directed by T.L.V. Prasad. The film stars Mithun Chakraborty as Deva, a zamindar, and Jackie Shroff as Jaswant. The story follows Deva, a kind-hearted landowner whose good deeds are twisted by his enemy, Rattan Choudhury. Choudhury spreads lies that turn the village against Deva. Jaswant, believing these lies, seeks revenge against Deva. The film explores themes of misunderstanding, revenge, and forgiveness. It features action sequences and dramatic confrontations. The movie was produced by P.K. Arts Creations and released on May 14, 1999. It received mixed reviews and has a modest following among fans of 90s Bollywood action cinema.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1999
- Director
- T.L.V. Prasad
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Rating
- 4.1/10
Storyline
A kind zamindar named Deva does good deeds, but his enemy twists them into crimes. Everyone in the village hates him. A man named Jaswant wants revenge for his family's death. He believes Deva is the killer. Deva must clear his name and stop the real villain.
“Good deeds can be deadly lies.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Phool Aur Aag
Cast reunions in this film: Mithun Chakraborty & Aruna Irani (16 films together), T. L. V. Prasad & Mithun Chakraborty (12 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Mohan Joshi (9 films together), Jackie Shroff & Mithun Chakraborty (8 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & T.L.V. Prasad (8 films together), and Jackie Shroff & Aruna Irani (7 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Deva' but was renamed to 'Phool Aur Aag' before release.
- This was one of the few films where actor Mithun Chakraborty played a character named Deva, a name he used in several 90s action films.
- Director T.L.V. Prasad was primarily known for Telugu cinema, making this a rare Hindi directorial venture.
- The movie's soundtrack, composed by Anand-Milind, did not produce any major hit songs despite their popularity in the 90s.
- It featured veteran actor Prem Chopra in a supporting role, continuing his long run as a character actor in Bollywood.
- The film's release coincided with a crowded period of action dramas, which likely impacted its box office performance.
- Stunt director Tinnu Verma, known for his work in many Mithun Chakraborty films, handled the action sequences.