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Inquilaab(1984)

5.8/10
Hindi152 minstheatrical

Inquilaab (1984) is a 152-minute Hindi film directed by T. Rama Rao. Starring Kader Khan, Sridevi and Amitabh Bachchan. With a rating of 5.8/10 reflecting mixed audience reception from 1984.

Director:T. Rama Rao
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Amazon Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play
Theatrical Release
12 September 1984
Director
T. Rama Rao
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 32m
Rating
5.8/10

Storyline

A wife starts to doubt her husband, who has climbed from a police officer to a powerful politician. She learns her suspicions are right when she finds out corrupt leaders are secretly using him to do their dirty work.

When power corrupts, a wife uncovers the truth.

Film Details

5.8Rating
152Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date12 September 1984
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
corruptionjusticefamilyidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Inquilaab

Cast reunions in this film: Shakti Kapoor & Kader Khan (77 films together), Shakti Kapoor & Sridevi (16 films together), Sridevi & Kader Khan (14 films together), Amitabh Bachchan & Kader Khan (14 films together), Rama Rao Tatineni & T. Rama Rao (11 films together), and Shakti Kapoor & Amitabh Bachchan (9 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Inquilaab' means 'revolution' in Urdu, reflecting its political themes.
  • It was one of the few Hindi films directed by Telugu filmmaker Rama Rao Tatineni.
  • The movie released during a period of heightened political thrillers in Bollywood.
  • Amitabh Bachchan's character was noted for its dual role as a policeman and politician.
  • The soundtrack featured music by Bappi Lahiri, known for his disco-style compositions.
  • Some scenes were shot at real political rally locations for authenticity.
  • The film's plot mirrored public distrust in politicians during the 1980s in India.

Frequently Asked Questions