Jai Hind(1994)
Jai Hind is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language action war film written and directed by Arjun Sarja. The film stars Arjun Sarja and Ranjitha in lead roles. It follows ACP Bharath, a patriotic police officer, who leads a mission to destroy a terrorist group after his brother is killed. The terrorists also assassinate the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Bharath recruits condemned prisoners and travels to a remote island for a final battle. The film was a commercial success upon its release on 20 May 1994. Its patriotic song 'Thayin Manikodi' remains popular and is played during Independence Day celebrations. A spiritual successor titled Jaihind 2 was released in 2014.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 20 May 1994
- Director
- Arjun
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
After his brother is killed by terrorists, police officer Bharath promises his mother he will resign. But when the same terrorists assassinate the Chief Minister, Bharath cannot walk away. He leads a dangerous mission to a remote island to stop them once and for all.
“Victory to India!”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Jai Hind
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Goundamani (80 films together), Senthil & Manorama (41 films together), Goundamani & Manorama (40 films together), Manorama & Major Sundarrajan (29 films together), Goundamani & Vidyasagar (12 films together), and Arjun & Goundamani (11 films together).
Trivia
- This was Arjun Sarja's first directorial venture, which he also produced and starred in.
- The film's title 'Jai Hind' is a patriotic slogan meaning 'Victory to India', reflecting its nationalistic theme.
- A major action sequence was filmed at the then-newly opened Thirumayam railway station in Pudukkottai district.
- The movie features a cameo appearance by actor-director R. Parthiban in a supporting role.
- Despite its action-thriller genre, the film includes a comedy track led by actors like Senthil and Goundamani.
- The soundtrack by Deva included a popular romantic duet, 'Kannukkul Nooru', sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and K. S. Chithra.
- The plot was noted at the time for incorporating then-topical themes of terrorism and national security.