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Ghar Parivar(1991)

5.2/10
Hindi126 minstheatrical

Ghar Parivar is a 1991 Indian Hindi-language family drama film directed by Mohanji Prasad. The lead cast includes Rajesh Khanna, Rishi Kapoor, Moushumi Chatterjee, and Meenakshi Seshadri. The story follows Shankar, a noble elder brother who sells his property to educate his younger stepbrother Birju. A wealthy businessman named Seth Bansilal Agarwal manipulates the brothers against each other, leading to family conflict. The film emphasizes themes of sacrifice, betrayal, and forgiveness. It was the 6th highest-grossing Indian film of 1991. The soundtrack, with lyrics by Anjaan, includes popular songs like 'Beech Bajariya Ladi Najariya' and 'Samay Bada Balwan Hai'. The film was released in India in 1991.

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube
Theatrical Release
1 January 1991
Director
Mohanji Prasad
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 6m
Rating
5.2/10

Storyline

Shankar loves his stepbrothers more than himself. He sells everything to send Birju to the city for a better life. But a rich villain poisons Birju's mind against Shankar. The family breaks apart. Can Shankar bring them back together before it is too late?

Brothers fight, but love never dies

Film Details

5.2Rating
126Minutes
HindiLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 January 1991
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitleGhar Parivaar
Also Known AsGhar Parivar

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
familycorruptionidentitylove
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Ghar Parivar

Cast reunions in this film: Meenakshi Seshadri & Meenakshi Sheshadri (23 films together), Rajkiran & Raj Kiran (7 films together), Meenakshi Seshadri & Rishi Kapoor (3 films together), Rajesh Khanna & Rishi Kapoor (3 films together), Rajesh Khanna & Moushumi Chatterjee (3 films together), and Rajesh Khanna & Meenakshi Sheshadri (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's director Mohanji Prasad was better known as a producer for movies like 'Souten' and 'Souten Ki Beti'.
  • It was one of the few films where actor Raza Murad played a positive, family-oriented role instead of his usual villainous characters.
  • The movie's plot reflects a common theme in early 90s cinema about urban versus rural family values.
  • Actress Anjana Mumtaz, who played the stepmother, was a familiar face in motherly roles throughout the 1970s and 80s.
  • The film's title 'Ghar Parivaar' translates directly to 'Home Family', emphasizing its core domestic theme.
  • It was released during a period when family dramas were facing increased competition from action and romance films.
  • The soundtrack composer is not widely credited, which was uncommon for Hindi films of that time.

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