Mulzim(1988)
Mulzim (transl. Accused) is a 1988 Hindi-language action film directed by K. S. R. Das. It stars Jeetendra, Shatrughan Sinha, Hema Malini, Amrita Singh, and Kimi Katkar in lead roles. The film follows Vijay, a man framed for murder by the wealthy villain Ranjeet. Vijay is sent to jail but later released on parole by a kind jailer. The story explores themes of justice, revenge, and the possibility of criminal reform. The music was composed by Bappi Lahiri. The film is a remake of the 1982 Kannada film Jimmy Gallu, which Das had previously remade in Telugu as Muddayi (1987). Mulzim was produced by G. Hanumantha Rao under the Padmalaya Studios banner and presented by Krishna.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Eros Now, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1988
- Director
- KSR Das
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Rating
- 4.8/10
Storyline
Vijay is a good man who wants to build a hospital for the poor. The evil Ranjeet kills his fiancée and frames him for the murder. Vijay is sent to jail. A kind jailer believes he can change and gets him released. But Ranjeet keeps plotting to destroy Vijay's life. Vijay must fight to clear his name and get justice.
“Framed for a crime he didn't commit”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Mulzim
Cast reunions in this film: Asrani & Kader Khan (41 films together), Kader Khan & Jeetendra (27 films together), Asrani & Jeetendra (25 films together), Shatrughan Sinha & Kader Khan (13 films together), Hema Malini & Shatrughan Sinha (12 films together), and Hema Malini & Jeetendra (11 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Mujrim' but was changed to 'Mulzim' to avoid confusion with another film.
- It was one of the last films directed by K.S.R. Das, known for his action and crime dramas in the 1970s.
- The movie was not a major commercial success upon its release in 1988.
- Actor Vijayendra Ghatge, who played a key role, was more famous for his work in parallel cinema.
- The plot's focus on rural healthcare was a recurring theme in some 1980s social dramas.
- The film's music was composed by Bappi Lahiri, known for his disco-style hits in that era.
- It featured actress Smita Patil in a special appearance, though her role was brief.