Pratighaat(1987)
Pratighaat (transl. The Revenge) is a 1987 Hindi feminist drama film directed by N. Chandra. The film stars Sujata Mehta in the lead role as Laxmi S. Joshi, a college lecturer. It also features Arvind Kumar, Charan Raj, Rohini Hattangadi, and Nana Patekar in supporting roles. The story is set in the fictional city of Dharampura, which is terrorized by the gangster Kali Prasad. Laxmi decides to fight against Kali after she is publicly humiliated. The film is a remake of the 1985 Telugu film Pratighatana. It was made on a low budget and became a commercial success, earning Rs. 8 crore at the box office. The film is known for its raw portrayal of the politician-criminal nexus and its strong feminist message. It was released on March 17, 1987, in India.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1987
- Director
- N. Chandra
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 44m
- Rating
- 4.5/10
Storyline
A college lecturer in a corrupt city decides to fight back after being publicly humiliated by a powerful gangster. When the law fails to protect her, she takes matters into her own hands. She will stop at nothing to avenge her honor and free her city from terror.
“When the law fails, she takes revenge.”
Film Details
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pratighaat
Cast reunions in this film: Nana Patekar & N. Chandra (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was a remake of the Telugu hit 'Pratighatana', which was also directed by N. Chandra.
- It was one of the early films to feature a strong female protagonist fighting systemic corruption.
- The public disrobing scene was considered very bold and controversial for its time.
- Actress Sujata Mehta, who played the lecturer, was primarily known for her work in Gujarati theatre.
- The movie's climax involves a dramatic courtroom sequence.
- It was part of a wave of 1980s films critiquing the politician-gangster nexus in Indian cities.
- The title 'Pratighaat' translates to 'Retaliation' or 'Counter-Attack' in English.