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Aatish
Baba and Avinash are brothers who lives in a shanty house with their widowed mother, who makes a living as a housemaid. When a stalker attempts to rape their mother, Baba knives him to death, and the three, along with an orphan named Nawab, take shelter with a underworld don named Uncle. Baba would like Avinash to study and make something of his life, in order to help his brother study he decides to make crime his career. When Avinash completes his studies he becomes a police officer on his first assignment he learns his brother Baba and friend Nawab are on the most wanted criminal list.
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Plot Summary
Two estranged brothers, Baba and Avinash, find themselves on opposite sides of the law due to circumstances beyond their control. Baba, hardened by life, becomes a notorious gangster, while Avinash, seeking justice, joins the police force. Their paths inevitably cross, leading to a dramatic confrontation fueled by family loyalty and the pursuit of justice.
Critical Reception
Aatish was a commercially successful film, praised for its action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Sanjay Dutt. While not critically acclaimed for its originality, it was popular among audiences for its typical Bollywood masala elements, including drama, romance, and intense action.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its engaging action and suspenseful plot.
Sanjay Dutt's performance as the gangster received positive mentions.
The film's masala entertainment appeal resonated with audiences.
Google audience: Audience reception data for Aatish (1994) on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film marked a significant collaboration between director Sanjay Gupta and actor Sanjay Dutt, who would go on to work together on several other action-oriented films.
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