Bhrashtachar(1989)
Bhrashtachar (transl. Corruption) is a 1989 Indian Hindi-language crime drama film directed by Ramesh Sippy and produced by G. P. Sippy. The film stars Mithun Chakraborty, Rekha, Anupam Kher, and introduces Shilpa Shirodkar, with Rajinikanth in a special appearance. The story follows a journalist, a police officer, and a politician who unite to expose a corrupt politician's criminal activities. The film features a soundtrack composed by Laxmikant–Pyarelal with lyrics by Anand Bakshi. It received mixed reviews upon release but is remembered for its strong performances and social message. The film was released on 22 November 1989.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, Plex, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 22 November 1989
- Director
- Ramesh Sippy
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 48m
- Rating
- 4.3/10
Storyline
A fearless journalist, a broken police officer, and an honest politician join forces to take down a powerful and corrupt politician. But the politician fights back by framing them for crimes they did not commit. Now they must prove their innocence and expose the truth before the politician wins the election.
“When corruption rules, heroes rise”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Bhrashtachar
Cast reunions in this film: Anupam Kher & Mithun Chakraborty (12 films together), Anupam Kher & Beena Banerjee (10 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Raza Murad (8 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Vikas Anand (7 films together), Rekha & Anupam Kher (6 films together), and Rajinikanth & Anupam Kher (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally planned to be directed by Ramesh Sippy's son, Rohan Sippy, but he stepped back.
- Actress Sridevi was first considered for the lead role before Dimple Kapadia was cast.
- The movie's title 'Bhrashtachar' means 'corruption', directly reflecting its main theme.
- It was one of the few 1980s films where Mithun Chakraborty played a serious, non-dancing hero.
- The soundtrack by Bappi Lahiri included a hit song, 'Tera Mera Pyar', that became popular.
- Shooting faced delays because of scheduling conflicts with the lead actors' other projects.
- The film's climax was shot in a real factory to make the action scenes look more realistic.