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72 Hours: Martyr Who Never Died(2019)

7.5/10
Hindi130 minsdirect-to-OTT

Set in the 1960s, the movie follows the life events of Jaswant Singh Rawat. Apart from economic instability, famine and religious fights, India was struggling with the Sino-Indian War. Jaswant was born in a poor family in Garhwal, Dehradun. He grew up to be a responsible son, devoting his life towards studies and his family, but due to several incidents, he decided to join the army at a young age and received his training at Garhwal in Pauri Garhwal District and became a soldier of Garhwal Rifles Regiment. Shortly after his training, their group is sent to defend the approaching Chinese army from the North-East front on India. Due to adverse circumstances, the infantry has to step back. However, Jaswant Singh Rawat refuses to leave and fights against the Chinese army alone for 72 hours.

Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Plex, Prime Video, ShemarooMe, Airtel Xstream Play
OTT Release Date
19 January 2019
Theatrical Release
18 January 2019
Director
Avinash Dhyani
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 10m
Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

This true story follows an Indian soldier during a 1962 border war. Against overwhelming odds, he single-handedly defended a remote military post for three days. His brave stand became legendary.

One soldier's stand against an army.

Film Details

7.5Rating
130Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date18 January 2019
Release Typedirect-to-OTT

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
survivalpatriotismsacrificewar
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director Avinash Dhyani also played the lead role of Jaswant Singh Rawat.
  • It was shot on location in Arunachal Pradesh, near the actual battle site at Nuranang.
  • The movie faced a legal challenge from the Indian Army over the use of its insignia, which was later resolved.
  • A special screening was held for the Garhwal Rifles regiment, to which the real-life hero belonged.
  • The production reportedly used authentic period weapons and uniforms to maintain historical accuracy.
  • Despite being a war film, it had a very limited theatrical release, primarily in northern Indian states.
  • The story is based on a local legend where Rawat is believed to still guard the post, with soldiers leaving a plate for him.

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