Bandish(1980)
Bandish is a 1980 Hindi-language drama film directed by K. Bapaiah. It stars Rajesh Khanna, Hema Malini in a double role, and Danny Denzongpa. The story follows Kishan, a medical student who falls in love with Madhu. After Madhu is murdered for witnessing a crime, Kishan vows revenge. His search leads him to a village where he meets Chanchal, Madhu's twin sister. The film explores themes of love, loss, and family secrets. It was a commercial success, ranking as the 8th highest-grossing film of 1980. The music was composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal. The film is a remake of the Telugu film Chilipi Krishnudu.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 11 January 1980
- Director
- K. Bapaiah
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 31m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A spoiled medical student falls in love with a principled girl. She is killed for witnessing a murder. He promises to avenge her death. His hunt for the killer leads him to a village. There, he meets the dead girl's twin sister. He must choose between revenge and a new chance at love.
“A promise that changed everything.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Bandish
Cast reunions in this film: Rajesh Khanna & Om Shivpuri (15 films together), Asrani & K. Bapaiah (14 films together), Hema Malini & Om Shivpuri (10 films together), Hema Malini & Rajesh Khanna (9 films together), Pinchoo Kapoor & Om Shivpuri (7 films together), and Asrani & Om Shivpuri (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Bandish' means 'restriction' or 'bondage' in Hindi, reflecting the hero's emotional constraints.
- This was one of the few films where Rajesh Khanna played a double role, as both father and son, though the focus is on the son.
- Director K. Bapayya was known for Telugu cinema, and 'Bandish' was part of his work in Hindi films during that period.
- The movie features the hit song 'Aap Ke Aa Jane Se', sung by Kishore Kumar and picturized on Rajesh Khanna and Hema Malini.
- Actor Danny Denzongpa, who plays the villain, was also a noted director at the Film and Television Institute of India.
- The plot device of a look-alike heroine was a popular trope in Indian cinema of the 1970s and early 80s.
- Despite starring major stars, the film did not become a major box office hit compared to their other collaborations.