Jawab
Raja (Jeetendra) lives with his widowed sister Divya (Meena Kumari) in a small village. He is constantly being made a target by the oppressive local Zamindar and his two children, Sagar and Chanchal. The land owner's children decide to take revenge on Raja by getting Sagar married to Raja's sweetheart Neela. The Zamindar also molests Raja's sister, who kills herself. With his Neela married and his sister dead, a devastated Raja heads to the city. Once over there he attempts to put his life together, and try to forget the past. It is then he meets with another victim of the Zamindar, Bajrangi (Mehmood) and together they conceive a plan that will avenge them against their oppressors. The question is, will they succeed or will there be more victims.
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Plot Summary
In this action-packed thriller, an honest police inspector is framed for a crime he didn't commit. He must go on the run to clear his name and expose the real culprits, a dangerous gang involved in a series of robberies and murders. Along the way, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy that threatens the city.
Critical Reception
Jawab was a moderately successful film at the box office, appreciated for its fast-paced plot and performances, particularly from Sunil Dutt and Pran. While not a critical masterpiece, it was seen as a solid entry in the crime thriller genre of its time.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its thrilling plot and action sequences.
- Sunil Dutt's performance as the framed inspector was a highlight.
- The film effectively built suspense and kept audiences engaged.
Google audience: Audience reception data for Jawab (1970) is not readily available through standard Google review aggregations.
Fun Fact
The film features a notable confrontation scene between the characters played by Sunil Dutt and Pran, showcasing the intense rivalry often depicted in films of this era.
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