Prem Pratigyaa
Raja Bhaiya (Mithun Chakraborty) and his friend Charan (Satish Kaushik) come to a city to make a living. Failed in their attempts to find a job, one day, they are teased and ragged by Kallu Dada (Ranjeet). The quarrel gets physical, which Raja wins. Raja thus becomes the local underworld don and starts collecting protection money from shopkeepers, while becoming addicted to alcohol. Raja's life takes twists and turns when Mohan Rao (Nilu Phule) passes away.
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Plot Summary
Laxman is a kind-hearted rickshaw puller who lives in a small village. He falls in love with Parvati, a woman from a wealthy family. Their love faces societal opposition and the wrath of a local gangster, Bhaskar. Laxman must overcome these obstacles to be with his beloved and protect his village.
Critical Reception
Prem Pratigyaa was a commercial success, known for its melodrama and action sequences. It appealed to a wide audience, particularly those who enjoyed star power and dramatic storytelling typical of 1980s Bollywood films. While critically not a landmark film, its popularity was significant.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its strong performances, especially by Mithun Chakraborty.
- The film's emotional drama and action sequences resonated well with the audience.
- Some found the plot to be melodramatic and predictable.
Google audience: Audience reception, while not extensively documented online, generally favored the film's emotional core and Mithun Chakraborty's performance. It was considered a typical masala entertainer of its era.
Fun Fact
The film was a major box office hit, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 1989 in India.
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