Daadagiri
Daadagiri

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Daadagiri

1997
Movie
138 min
Hindi

Ajay (Mithun Chakraborty) and Amar (Ayub Khan) were separated from their sister (Simran) and dad at a young age. Now grown up, they are con men, and on the look out for Dhanraj and Jagraj who they suspect killed their dad and sister. Typical Hindi flick with lots of action, drama, emotions and fights.

Insights

Director: Kamal HaasanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows a young man who, after being framed for a crime he didn't commit, must clear his name and expose the real culprits. Along the way, he navigates a dangerous underworld, faces betrayal, and finds unexpected allies. His journey is one of redemption and justice against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

Daadagiri received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at Kamal Haasan's dual performance and the action sequences. However, some critics noted predictable plot points and a runtime that could have been tighter. The film was a moderate commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Kamal Haasan's charismatic performance and versatility were widely appreciated.

  • The action sequences were considered a highlight by many reviewers.

  • Some critics found the storyline to be formulaic and slightly lengthy.

Google audience: Audience reception for Daadagiri was generally positive, with viewers often citing Kamal Haasan's energetic performance and the film's action as key draws. The storyline, while engaging for many, was sometimes noted as being typical for its genre.

Fun Fact

Kamal Haasan not only starred in and directed 'Daadagiri' (which was his directorial debut for a Tamil film, though he had directed Hindi films earlier), but he also wrote the screenplay and lyrics for the songs.

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