Karz Chukana Hai(1991)
Karz Chukana Hai is a 1991 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed and produced by Vimal Kumar. The film stars Govinda as Ravi Mathur and Juhi Chawla as Radha, with Kader Khan, Raj Kiran, and Shoma Anand in supporting roles. The story follows Atmaram Mathur, a lazy and alcoholic father who neglects his family until his elder son dies from overwork. The tragedy forces Atmaram to confront his failures and work to save his grandson's life. The film is a family drama centered on guilt, sacrifice, and redemption. It features music by Rajesh Roshan with songs sung by Udit Narayan, Sadhana Sargam, and Amit Kumar. The film was released on 26 April 1991 and runs for 165 minutes.
Karz Chukana Hai is streaming on VI Movies and TV and ShemarooMe.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, ShemarooMe, Zee5, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1991
- Director
- Vimal Kumar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Atmaram Mathur is a lazy, arrogant father who depends on his hardworking son Vijay. When Vijay dies from exhaustion, Atmaram must change his ways. He takes on odd jobs and enters a dangerous race to save his sick grandson. Can he repay the debt he owes to his dead son?
“A debt of love must be paid.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Karz Chukana Hai
Cast reunions in this film: Shakti Kapoor & Kader Khan (77 films together), Gulshan Grover & Shakti Kapoor (44 films together), Govinda & Kader Khan (30 films together), Shakti Kapoor & Govinda (26 films together), Gulshan Grover & Kader Khan (25 films together), and Gulshan Grover & Govinda (21 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Karz Chukana Hai' translates to 'The Debt Must Be Repaid', reflecting the main character's journey of atonement.
- Director Vimal Kumar was primarily known for his work in Bhojpuri cinema, making this a rare Hindi-language film in his career.
- Actor Raza Murad, who played the strict employer Seth Usman, was often typecast as a villain or authority figure in 1990s Bollywood.
- The film was released during a period when family dramas about redemption were popular, but it did not become a major box office success.
- Music director Bappi Lahiri composed the soundtrack, which included a mix of dramatic and emotional songs typical of the era.
- Lead actor Satish Shah, known for comic roles, played a serious character here, showcasing his versatility.
- The movie's plot shares similarities with the 1989 Telugu film 'Prajaswamyam', though it is not an official remake.