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The Naxalites(1980)

7.3/10
Hindi•141 mins•theatrical•

The Naxalites (1980) is a 141-minute Hindi film directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. Starring Smita Patil and Dina Pathak. With a well-received audience rating of 7.3/10 from 1980.

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube
Theatrical Release
31 December 1980
Director
Khwaja Ahmad Abbas
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 21m
Rating
7.3/10

Storyline

This story follows the Naxalite movement in India. It shows people from different walks of life joining an armed struggle. The film is based on real events and figures, exploring the social conditions that sparked the rebellion.

“When injustice rises, ordinary people take up arms.”

Film Details

7.3Rating
141Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date31 December 1980
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
corruptionjusticesurvivalidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

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Jalal AghaActor
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Mithun Chakraborty, Actor in The Naxalites
Mithun ChakrabortyActor
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Bijaya JenaActor
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Smita Patil, Actor in The Naxalites
Smita PatilAjitha
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Dina Pathak, Actor in The Naxalites
Dina PathakActor
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Khwaja Ahmad AbbasDirector
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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for The Naxalites

Cast reunions in this film: Smita Patil & Dina Pathak (5 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Smita Patil (4 films together), Mithun Chakraborty & Dina Pathak (2 films together), and Smita Patil & Jalal Agha (2 films together).

Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
5th time
Dina Pathak
Dina PathakActor
Smita Patil × Dina Pathak — 5 films together →
Mithun Chakraborty
Mithun ChakrabortyActor
4th time
Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
Mithun Chakraborty × Smita Patil — 4 films together →
Mithun Chakraborty
Mithun ChakrabortyActor
2nd time
Dina Pathak
Dina PathakActor
Mithun Chakraborty × Dina Pathak — 2 films together →
Smita Patil
Smita PatilActor
2nd time
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Jalal AghaActor
Smita Patil × Jalal Agha — 2 films together →

Trivia

  • The film was based on the real-life Naxalite movement and included characters inspired by leaders like Charu Majumdar.
  • Director Khwaja Ahmad Abbas was known for his socially conscious films and often tackled political themes in his work.
  • It was one of the few Hindi films of its time to directly address the Naxalite movement and its impact on Indian society.
  • The movie faced censorship challenges due to its sensitive political subject matter and portrayal of armed resistance.
  • Abbas collaborated with writer Mulk Raj Anand on the script, blending dramatic storytelling with real events.
  • The film's release coincided with a period of heightened political awareness in India during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
  • It featured a mix of professional actors and newcomers to give an authentic feel to the characters' backgrounds.

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