Main Balwan(1986)
Main Balwaan is a 1986 Indian Hindi-language action film directed by Mukul S. Anand. The film stars Dharmendra, Mithun Chakraborty, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Utpal Dutt, and Raza Murad. The story follows Tony, a young man raised by his honest police officer uncle, who gets involved in extortion and becomes the prime suspect in a theft of a British crown. The film features a soundtrack composed by Bappi Lahiri with popular songs like 'No Entry'. It was released on 28 November 1986 and received mixed reviews, underperforming in India but doing well overseas.
Main Balwan is streaming on YouTube and Airtel Xstream Play.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1986
- Director
- Mukul S. Anand
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 4.3/10
Storyline
Tony is a charming troublemaker who uses his uncle's good name to extort money. When a priceless British crown is stolen, Tony becomes the main suspect. He must clear his name, win back his love, and prove his innocence to the uncle who raised him.
“The fight for family and truth.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Main Balwan
Cast reunions in this film: Mithun Chakraborty & Dharmendra (12 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Suresh Oberoi (8 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Rakesh Bedi (5 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Rita Bhaduri (3 films together), Dharmendra & Suresh Oberoi (3 films together), and Suresh Oberoi & Mukul S. Anand (3 films together).
Trivia
- This was the first film directed by Mukul Anand, who later directed hits like 'Agneepath' and 'Khiladi'.
- The film's title 'Main Balwaan' translates to 'I am the powerful one', reflecting the hero's strong character.
- It features actor Mithun Chakraborty in a double role, playing both the father Anil and the son Tony.
- The movie includes a cameo by veteran actor Pran, known for his iconic villain and character roles.
- Despite being an action film, it had a soundtrack composed by Bappi Lahiri, who was famous for disco music.
- The film was released during a peak period for Mithun Chakraborty, who starred in many action movies in the 1980s.
- Some scenes were shot in Filmistan Studios, a common location for Bollywood films of that era.