Appu Raja(1990)
'Appu Raja' is a 1990 Hindi comedy-drama film directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao. It stars Kamal Haasan in a dual role as twin brothers separated at birth, alongside Gautami, Rupini, and Srividya. The story follows an honest police officer killed by criminals, whose twin sons grow up in different environments. One son becomes a kind village boy while the other becomes a spoiled rich heir. The film is notable for its emotional family drama and Ilaiyaraaja's acclaimed musical score. It is the Hindi dubbed version of the Tamil film 'Apoorva Sagodharargal' (1989). The film received positive reviews and remains a popular family entertainer.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1990
- Director
- Singeetham Srinivasa Rao
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 24m 0
Storyline
Twin brothers Appu and Raja are separated at birth after criminals kill their police officer father. Appu grows up poor and honest in a village. Raja grows up rich and arrogant with the criminals. When Raja tries to destroy Appu's village, the brothers clash. Appu must uncover the truth and reunite his broken family.
“Two brothers. One destiny. One revenge.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Appu Raja
Cast reunions in this film: Kamal Haasan & Nagesh (19 films together), Nagesh & Srividya (12 films together), Kamal Haasan & Srividya (10 films together), Kamal Haasan & Singeetham Srinivasa Rao (9 films together), Gouthami & Srividya (6 films together), and Kamal Haasan & Gouthami (5 films together).