Jawab(1995)
Jawab is a 1995 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by Ajay Kashyap. The film stars Raaj Kumar, Harish Kumar, and Karisma Kapoor in lead roles. Mukesh Khanna, Prem Chopra, and Farida Jalal feature in supporting parts. The story follows a poor union leader who gives his infant daughter to a wealthy industrialist as a gesture of friendship. Eighteen years later, the daughter falls in love with the union leader's adopted son, leading to conflict over class and pride. The film explores themes of sacrifice, forgiveness, and the destructive nature of ego. Jawab was released on 27 January 1995 and has a runtime of 156 minutes. It was declared a flop at the box office but remains remembered for Raaj Kumar's powerful performance.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1995
- Director
- Ajay Kashyap
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Rating
- 3.6/10
Storyline
A poor union leader gives his baby daughter to his rich friend. Years later, the daughter falls in love with the union leader's adopted son. The rich father refuses the marriage because of class differences. The union leader becomes wealthy to prove his worth. Can love and forgiveness bring the two families together?
“Sacrifice, love, and a father's promise.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Jawab
Cast reunions in this film: Harish & Harish Kumar (7 films together), Prem Chopra & Karisma Kapoor (3 films together), Prem Chopra & Farida Jalal (3 films together), Karisma Kapoor & Farida Jalal (3 films together), Mukesh Khanna & Raaj Kumar (3 films together), and Karisma Kapoor & Mukesh Khanna (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Jawab' means 'answer' in Hindi, hinting at the story's central conflict.
- It was one of the few films where veteran actor Raaj Kumar played a character with a significant emotional family drama arc.
- The movie featured a special appearance by actor Harish, who was known more for supporting roles in the 1990s.
- A song from the film, 'Dil Le Gayi Kudi Gujarat Di', became popular despite the movie's overall moderate box office performance.
- Director Ashok Honda was primarily known for action films, making this a blend of his usual style with family drama.
- The film's release coincided with a busy year for Karisma Kapoor, who had multiple major releases in 1995.
- Some filming took place in scenic outdoor locations, a common practice to add visual appeal to dramatic stories of that era.