Lahu Ke Do Rang(1979)

Storyline

A police inspector's father was murdered by criminals over stolen gold. Years later, he tracks down the gang leader, now using a different name. He also discovers his own stepbrother is working for the man who killed their father.

“A brother he never knew. A killer he must stop.”

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Cast & Crew

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Vinod KhannaInspector Raj Singh / Gopi Lathuria

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Shabana AzmiRoma

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Mahesh BhattDirector

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Trivia

• The film was inspired by the Hollywood movie 'The Godfather', adapting its themes of revenge and family conflict to an Indian setting.
• This was one of the few films where actor Vinod Khanna played a double role, portraying both the hero Raj Singh and his step-brother Suraj.
• The movie marked an early collaboration between director Mahesh Bhatt and music director Rajesh Roshan, who would later work on more successful projects.
• Actress Shabana Azmi, known for serious roles, performed a popular cabaret number 'Meri Jaan Balle Balle' in the film.
• The film's title translates to 'Two Colors of Blood', symbolizing the two brothers born from the same father but leading different lives.
• Despite having major stars, the film was not a major box office success upon its initial release.
• The climax was shot in a dramatic temple setting, which was a common visual motif in revenge dramas of the 1970s.