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Jaani Dost(1983)

5.8/10
Hindi mins

Jaani Dost (1983) is a Hindi film directed by K. Raghavendra Rao. Starring Asrani, Amjad Khan and Kader Khan. With an audience rating of 5.8/10, Jaani Dost stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 1983.

Mood:
emotionalinspiringsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
27 May 1983
Director
K. Raghavendra Rao
Language
Hindi
GudVibe Rating
5.8/10

Storyline

Two childhood friends take on local gangsters. Their fight against crime tests their friendship. They must overcome these challenges together.

Two friends, one fight. Can their bond survive?

Film Details

5.8Rating
Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date27 May 1983
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringsuspenseful
Themes
friendshipjusticecorruptionfamily
Toneserious
Pacingepisodic
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Dostana' but was renamed to avoid confusion with the 1980 Amitabh Bachchan film.
  • It was one of the few films where actor Jeetendra played a double role, portraying both friends.
  • The climax was shot in a specially constructed large set to depict a dramatic factory fight scene.
  • Music director Laxmikant-Pyarelal reused a tune from their earlier Telugu film for a song in this movie.
  • The film's release was delayed due to issues with the censor board over some violent sequences.
  • It featured veteran actor Pran in a supporting role, marking one of his many collaborations with Jeetendra.
  • Despite average box office returns, the song 'Tumse Milkar Na Jaane Kyon' became popular on radio.

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