Haatim Tai(1990)
Haatim Tai is a 1990 Indian Hindi-language fantasy film directed by Babubhai Mistry and produced by Ratan Mohan under RM Art Productions. The film stars Jeetendra as the legendary chief Hatim Tai, with Sangeeta Bijlani, Sonu Walia, and Satish Shah in supporting roles. The story follows Hatim as he undertakes seven dangerous quests to break a curse on a local girl, facing wizards, monsters, and moral challenges along the way. Known for its elaborate sets and special effects, the film was the final directorial work of Babubhai Mistry, a pioneer of Indian fantasy cinema. It was released in theaters on April 20, 1990, with a runtime of 125 minutes.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1990
- Director
- Babubhai Mistry
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Rating
- 5.4/10
Storyline
A kind chief named Hatim Tai learns that a girl in his district is cursed: any man who marries her will die. To save her, he must complete seven dangerous quests, each with a hidden moral lesson. He faces wizards, monsters, and betrayal on his journey.
“Seven quests to break one curse.”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Haatim Tai
Cast reunions in this film: Amrish Puri & Alok Nath (11 films together), Amrish Puri & Raza Murad (8 films together), Amrish Puri & Jeetendra (6 films together), Jeetendra & Raza Murad (5 films together), Amrish Puri & Satish Shah (4 films together), and Alok Nath & Raza Murad (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film was based on a popular Middle Eastern folk tale that was also adapted into a famous Indian television series in the 1990s.
- It was one of the last major fantasy films directed by Babubhai Mistri, known for his work in the genre.
- The movie featured extensive use of practical special effects and in-camera tricks, common for its era.
- Actor Satish Shah, known for his comic roles, played Hatim's friend, providing light-hearted moments.
- The seven quests in the story are each designed to teach a specific moral lesson or virtue.
- The film's soundtrack, composed by R.D. Burman, included songs that blended traditional and contemporary styles.
- Despite the fantasy setting, many of the film's sets and costumes were inspired by historical Indian and Persian designs.