Chingari(1989)
Chingari is a 1989 Hindi romantic drama film directed by Ram Maheshwari. It stars Sanjay Khan, Leena Chandavarkar, Shatrughan Sinha, Ramesh Deo, and Rehman. The story follows a young couple whose love is opposed by their families and society. They face separation and heartbreak but are reunited by fate years later. The film was actually completed in 1971 but remained unreleased for 18 years. This gives it a unique status as a lost film from Bollywood's golden era. Its music and style reflect the early 1970s. The film is notable for its delayed release and its portrayal of forbidden love. It was released in theaters in 1989.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1989
- Director
- Ram Maheshwari
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 28m 0
Storyline
A young man falls deeply in love with a woman from his town. Their families forbid their relationship. Society pressures them to separate. They plan to run away together but a misunderstanding tears them apart. Years later, fate gives them a second chance to rekindle their spark.
“A spark that never dies”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Chingari
Cast reunions in this film: Shatrughan Sinha & Pran (7 films together), and Pran & Leena Chandavarkar (2 films together).