Maan Gaye Ustaad(1981)
Maan Gaye Ustaad is a 1981 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Shibu Mitra. It stars Shashi Kapoor and Hema Malini in dual roles. The story follows a farmer named Kishan whose mother is molested by a local goon. Kishan seeks revenge and discovers a long-lost sibling. The film explores themes of family, justice, and the contrast between rich and poor. It features a supporting cast including Pran, Amjad Khan, and Ashok Kumar. The film was a moderate commercial success. It is remembered for its double roles and emotional family drama.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1981
- Director
- Shibu Mitra
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A farmer's life is shattered when a powerful goon attacks his mother. He vows to take revenge. But he discovers a shocking secret: he has a long-lost sibling. Together, they must fight to reunite their family and bring the villain to justice.
“Two worlds. One family. One fight.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Maan Gaye Ustaad
Cast reunions in this film: Hema Malini & Amjad Khan (11 films together), Pran & Amjad Khan (10 films together), Hema Malini & Pran (9 films together), Hema Malini & Shashi Kapoor (5 films together), Pran & Shibu Mitra (5 films together), and Shibu Mitra & Amjad Khan (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title was inspired by a popular phrase from the 1970s, often used in a playful or ironic context.
- It was one of the few films where actor Sanjeev Kumar played a rural farmer character in a serious dramatic role.
- The movie's music was composed by Bappi Lahiri, known for his disco hits, but here had a more folk-influenced soundtrack.
- Despite its serious theme, the film underperformed at the box office upon its initial release.
- Actress Reena Roy, who played the female lead, was a major star at the time but this film is less remembered in her filmography.
- The director, Shibu Mitra, was primarily known for his work in Bengali cinema and this was one of his few Hindi directorial ventures.
- The story is set in a North Indian village, reflecting social issues prevalent in rural India during that era.