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Thakshak(1999)
Hindi161 mins
Thakshak (1999) is a 161-minute Hindi film directed by Govind Nihalani. Starring Vineet Kumar, Govind Namdeo and A.K. Hangal. With an audience rating of 5.7/10, Thakshak stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 1999.
Director:Govind Nihalani
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1999
- Director
- Govind Nihalani
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 41m
- GudVibe Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
A man is expected to protect a crime family, just as his father and ancestors have done. His loyalty is tested when he falls in love with a woman who witnessed a murder committed by the crime boss's son. After his father is killed, he must clear his own name while protecting the woman he loves.
“A loyal son's vow torn between love and duty.”
Film Details
5.7Rating
161Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date1 January 1999
Release Typetheatrical
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
familyjusticeidentitycorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
5.7/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Thakshak' means 'venomous snake' in Hindi, reflecting the film's themes of betrayal and danger.
- Govind Nihalani, known for serious dramas, made this as his only full-fledged action thriller.
- Tabu and Ajay Devgan starred together again the same year in the hit film 'Hum Saath-Saath Hain'.
- The film's music was composed by A.R. Rahman, but the soundtrack did not become a major commercial success.
- It was shot extensively in Mumbai, using real urban locations to create a gritty atmosphere.
- Actor Rahul Bose, who played Sunny, was primarily known for parallel cinema before this role.
- Despite its star cast, the film performed poorly at the box office upon release.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Thakshak