Zid(1994)
'Zid' is a 1994 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Esmayeel Shroff. The film stars Ajay Devgn in the lead role as Jay, a wealthy young man. The story follows Jay's obsession with a horse given to him by his grandmother, and his destructive spiral after she takes it away. The film explores themes of pride, anger, and redemption. It is known for its emotional narrative and Ajay Devgn's performance. 'Zid' was released in theaters on January 7, 1994.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1994
- Director
- Esmayeel Shroff
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 32m
- Rating
- 2.6/10
Storyline
A spoiled rich young man named Jay receives a horse from his grandmother. He becomes dangerously obsessed with riding it. After a serious accident, his grandmother gives the horse away to protect him. Jay's anger leads him down a path of self-destruction, and he must learn to forgive before he loses everyone he loves.
“Love can become an obsession.”
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Zid' translates to 'Stubbornness' in English, reflecting the protagonist's single-minded obsession.
- This was one of the few films where actor Mohnish Bahl played a romantic lead, not a supporting or villainous role.
- The horse, named Didaara in the film, was a central character, which is rare for a mainstream Hindi movie of that era.
- Director Esmayeel Shroff was known for thrillers and social dramas, making this a departure into a more personal, emotional story.
- The film's soundtrack, composed by Bappi Lahiri, included a popular song 'Dil Mein Sanam Ki Soorat' sung by Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik.
- It was released during a period when big-budget action films were dominant, so it struggled to find a wide audience.
- Actress Somy Ali, who played the female lead, was primarily known at the time for her relationship with superstar Salman Khan.