Zakhmi Aurat
Zakhmi Aurat

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Zakhmi Aurat

1988
Movie
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Hindi

Two seasoned criminals, Sukhdev and Suryakant rape inspector Kiran Dutt, a hardworking police officer. However, they get acquitted due to lack of evidence. Kiran with support from her fiance Suraj, brings together rape victims from all over the country and chalks out a plan to help them avenge their rape. Will Kiran be able to do justice to the thousands of rape victims across the country?

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: A. V. JagannathanGenres: Action, Drama

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of Kiran, a strong-willed police officer who is gang-raped by a group of criminals. Determined to seek justice and prevent others from suffering the same fate, she takes matters into her own hands. Kiran embarks on a relentless pursuit of her assailants, utilizing her police training and cunning to bring them to justice, exposing the corruption that shields them.

Critical Reception

Zakhmi Aurat was a commercial success in India, praised for its bold subject matter and Dimple Kapadia's powerful performance. While some critics noted the film's violent content and melodramatic elements, many acknowledged its attempt to address sensitive social issues and deliver a strong message against sexual violence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong female protagonist and social message.

  • Criticized by some for its graphic violence and melodrama.

  • Dimple Kapadia's performance as the avenging victim was widely lauded.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film on Google is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film tackled the sensitive issue of rape and female vengeance at a time when such topics were rarely explored openly in mainstream Bollywood cinema, making it a rather controversial yet impactful film.

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