Maphicha Sakshidar

A young orphan, Kishan, is taken in by Inspector Vijay Kumar and grows up to become a police officer himself. However, Kishan harbors a dark secret: he is the illegitimate son of the ruthless gangster Shahenshah. As Kishan rises through the ranks, he finds himself caught between his duty and his father's criminal empire, leading to a dramatic confrontation.

Maphicha Sakshidar was a commercial success and is remembered for its strong performances, particularly from Jackie Shroff and Anupam Kher. While the plot follows a somewhat predictable revenge-thriller format common in Indian cinema of the era, its emotional depth and the portrayal of the protagonist's internal conflict resonated with audiences.

• Praised for Jackie Shroff's dual role as a conflicted hero.

• Anupam Kher's performance as the villainous father was a standout.

• The film's melodrama and action sequences were typical of 80s Bollywood.

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Madhuri Dixit's role in the film, though not her breakthrough, helped solidify her presence in Bollywood, and her on-screen chemistry with Jackie Shroff was well-received.