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Humlaa(1992)

4.2/10
Hindi minstheatrical

Humlaa is a 1992 Indian Hindi-language action film directed by N. Chandra. The cast includes Dharmendra, Anil Kapoor, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Kimi Katkar, and Ashok Kumar. The story follows a schoolteacher who banishes his elder son for criminal activities, while the younger son attempts to reunite the family. The film explores themes of crime, redemption, and familial loyalty. It features action sequences and emotional confrontations. Humlaa was released in 1992 and received mixed reviews from critics.

Director:N. Chandra
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 January 1992
Director
N. Chandra
Language
Hindi
Rating
4.2/10

Storyline

A schoolteacher banishes his elder son for turning to crime. Years later, the younger son sets out to find his brother and bring him back home. But the brother is deep in a dangerous gang. Can love and family bonds save him?

A brother's fight to save his family

Film Details

4.2Rating
Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date1 January 1992
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitleHumlaa

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
familycorruptionrevengesurvival
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Humlaa

Cast reunions in this film: Anupam Kher & Anil Kapoor (23 films together), Anupam Kher & Dharmendra (6 films together), Anil Kapoor & Meenakshi Sheshadri (6 films together), Anupam Kher & Meenakshi Sheshadri (4 films together), Ashok Kumar & Anil Kapoor (4 films together), and Anil Kapoor & Kimi Katkar (4 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Humlaa: The Attack' but was shortened to just 'Humlaa' for release.
  • Actor Mithun Chakraborty performed many of his own stunts, including a fight scene on a moving train.
  • The movie's music was composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal, their last collaboration with director N. Chandra.
  • It was one of the few films where actor Sadashiv Amrapurkar played a positive supporting role.
  • The climax was shot in a real quarry, not a studio set, to make the action look more real.
  • The film's release was delayed by several months due to issues with the censor board over violent scenes.
  • It features a cameo appearance by director N. Chandra himself in a police station scene.

Frequently Asked Questions