Movie spotlight
Mohra
Journalist Roma Singh is the daughter of a jailer. While taking a tour of the jail, she is molested by some of the inmates, and an inmate, Vishal Agnihotri comes to her assistance. She finds out that Vishal is in for four homicides, and decides to investigate further. She finds out, with the help of the owner of her publications, Jindal that Vishal was compelled to take the law in his own hands when the courts failed to punish the assailants of his sister and sweetheart. Soon, Vishal is released from prison, and begins to work for Jindal. It is then that he realizes that he has just walked from a walled prison, to an open prison, as the truth behind his release slowly but surely starts to dawn on him.
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Plot Summary
A corrupt police inspector frames a dockworker for murder to cover up his own illegal activities. The dockworker's sister seeks justice and teams up with a reformed gangster to expose the inspector's crimes and clear her brother's name. Their fight against the powerful inspector leads to a dangerous cat-and-mouse game filled with betrayal and intense action.
Critical Reception
Mohra was a major commercial success and is considered a landmark film in Bollywood's action genre. It was praised for its fast-paced narrative, gripping action sequences, and memorable music. While critics noted its somewhat formulaic plot, the film's entertainment value and performances, particularly from Naseeruddin Shah, were widely appreciated by audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-octane action and thrilling plot.
Naseeruddin Shah's performance as the antagonist was a standout.
The film's music and popular songs contributed significantly to its success.
Google audience: Audience reception for Mohra is largely positive, with many viewers appreciating its intense action sequences, engaging storyline, and chartbuster music. It is remembered as a quintessential 90s Bollywood action entertainer.
Fun Fact
The song 'Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast' from Mohra became an iconic hit and is still remembered as one of the most popular songs of the 90s, with Raveena Tandon's dance moves becoming legendary.
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