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Akarshan(1988)

4.1/10
Hindi•135 mins•theatrical•

Akarshan is a 1988 Hindi romantic drama film directed by Tanvir Ahmed. The lead roles are played by Akbar Khan and Sonu Walia. The story follows actress Priya, who falls in love with Abhishek after he saves her life during a film shoot. Their relationship faces challenges from a jealous co-star and Abhishek's hidden past. The film is notable for its extensive list of cameo appearances, including Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha, Sridevi, and Anil Kapoor. The music features songs by Ajit Singh and Bappi Lahiri. Akarshan was released on 7 October 1988.

Director:Tanvir Ahmed
Mood:
emotionalupliftingdark
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
21 February 1988
Director
Tanvir Ahmed
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 15m
Rating
4.1/10

Storyline

Actress Priya's life is saved by a stranger named Abhishek during a dangerous accident on set. She falls in love with him, but her jealous co-star Siddharth and Abhishek's painful past threaten their relationship. Priya must choose between her glamorous career and the simple man who captured her heart.

“Love pulls them together”

Film Details

4.1Rating
135Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date21 February 1988
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitleAkarshan

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingdark
Themes
loveidentityfamilyfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

#1
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Deepak QazirSiddharth
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#2
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Sonu WaliaActor
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Sharon PrabhakarActor
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Rohini Hattangadi, Actor in Akarshan
Rohini HattangadiActor
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Smita Patil, Actor in Akarshan
Smita PatilActor
→#6
Parveen Babi, Actor in Akarshan
Parveen BabiActor
→#7
Girish Karnad, Actor in Akarshan
Girish KarnadActor
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Suparna AnandSuparna
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Raj Babbar, Actor in Akarshan
Raj BabbarSpecial Appearance
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Akbar KhanAbhishek
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#11
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Tanvir AhmedDirector
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#12
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Tanvir AhmadDirector
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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Akarshan

Cast reunions in this film: Raj Babbar & Smita Patil (14 films together), Rohini Hattangadi & Smita Patil (7 films together), Rohini Hattangadi & Raj Babbar (4 films together), Girish Karnad & Smita Patil (3 films together), Raj Babbar & Parveen Babi (3 films together), and Smita Patil & Parveen Babi (2 films together).

Raj Babbar
Raj BabbarActor
14th time
Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
Raj Babbar × Smita Patil — 14 films together →
Rohini Hattangadi
Rohini HattangadiActor
7th time
Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
Rohini Hattangadi × Smita Patil — 7 films together →
Rohini Hattangadi
Rohini HattangadiActor
4th time
Raj Babbar
Raj BabbarActor
Rohini Hattangadi × Raj Babbar — 4 films together →
Girish Karnad
Girish KarnadActor
3rd time
Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
Girish Karnad × Smita Patil — 3 films together →
Raj Babbar
Raj BabbarActor
3rd time
Parveen Babi
Parveen BabiActor
Raj Babbar × Parveen Babi — 3 films together →
Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
2nd time
Parveen Babi
Parveen BabiActor
Smita Patil × Parveen Babi — 2 films together →

Trivia

  • The film was shot in Kashmir, a popular location for romantic movies in the 1980s.
  • It was one of the few films where actress Sangeeta Bijlani played a leading role.
  • The movie's music was composed by Bappi Lahiri, known for his disco-style songs.
  • The director, Tanvir Ahmed, had a very short filmmaking career.
  • The film was released during a busy year for Hindi cinema, facing tough competition.
  • It features costumes and styles typical of late-1980s Bollywood fashion.
  • The plot revolves around filmmaking, showing scenes of a movie set within the movie.

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