1920 London

1920 London

Year: 2016

Runtime: 120 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Tinu Suresh Desai

Horror

Shivangi and Veer Singh live in London when Veer receives a mysterious gift from his family in Rajasthan. Soon after, unsettling events begin to occur, and Veer's health rapidly declines. Shivangi must uncover the source of the strange occurrences and the connection to the gift before it's too late.

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1

Shivangi and Veer in London

Shivangi, the princess of a royal house in Sikar, now lives in London with her husband Veer Singh. They appear to be a happy couple until Veer falls ill with an unusual malady. The calm happiness is shattered as Veer’s health quickly deteriorates.

Present London
2

Veer’s illness worsens and a hospital stay

Veer’s minor illness rapidly worsens into a disease that shrivels his body and tightens his skull. He is hospitalised as doctors diagnose tetanus-like symptoms that resist cure. Shivangi grows frightened as Veer’s voice and form begin to change.

Soon after the illness begins London hospital
3

Kesar Ma attributes the ailment to black magic

Kesar Ma, Shivangi’s handmaiden, suspects the illness is the result of black magic. She points to the King’s two wives and past family intrigue as possible causes. The idea of a supernatural judgement casts a shadow over the royal household.

Early London
4

A trip to Rajasthan to seek an exorcist

The family travels to Rajasthan to consult an exorcist rumored to confront the demon tormenting Veer. They hope a spiritual intervention might restore Veer’s humanity. The journey marks a turning point toward the unknown.

Later Rajasthan
5

Exorcist fails and refers to Mewar Baba

The exorcist attempts to confront the spirit by entering the spirit realm through a mirror but is too weak and is expelled. He refers the King to the land’s most powerful master, Mewar Baba Jai Singh Gujjar. The plan shifts toward seeking Jai’s help in London.

During the exorcism attempt Rajasthan
6

Shivangi’s past with Jai and his imprisonment

Years earlier Shivangi was in love with Jai, who faced a legal trap after her uncle’s discovery of their affair. Jai is accused of attempted murder and is sentenced to five years in prison. Shivangi’s testimony becomes the pivotal act that changes their fates.

Years ago Courtroom/Prison, Rajasthan
7

Shivangi pleads for Jai’s help and he agrees to come to London

Shivangi appeals to Jai to help save Veer, pleading despite his resentment. He initially refuses but ultimately agrees to travel to London to confront the demon. The uneasy alliance sets the stage for a dangerous confrontation.

Now London
8

Jai uncovers the amulet’s role and the origin of the danger

Jai investigates and discovers Veer’s trouble began after receiving a mysterious amulet in Rajasthan. The amulet carries a demon that has latched onto Veer. Jai’s discovery links the current crisis to a past scheme.

Before London Rajasthan (origin)
9

The plan: bind the demon and cast the amulet away

Jai helps Shivangi prepare a chant to bind the spirit to their mansion while Jai plans to throw the locket into the Thames to free Veer. Shivangi’s steady voice keeps the ritual intact as the demon struggles to break free. The plan hinges on a race against the supernatural force.

Present London mansion
10

The amulet and demon reveal Jai’s vengeance

It is revealed that the amulet and the demon were dispatched by Jai himself, and he admits that his aim was Veer’s death. Shivangi’s past betrayal is laid bare, and Jai’s motive becomes central to the conflict. The revelation reframes the entire rescue as a personal vendetta.

Revelation moment London
11

Jai commits to stay and prepare, guided by a master

Jai decides to stay in London to free Veer, and the spiritual master sends a chastising letter urging him to act with caution. He travels to an abandoned church to obtain a set of Celtic daggers and prepares for a final, decisive strike. The plan now hinges on precise, ritualized power.

Before final confrontation London, abandoned church
12

Final confrontation: through the mirror to seize the amulet

Jai enters the spirit realm through the mirror, recovers the amulet, and fights to prevent the demon from overtaking Shivangi. The amulet lashes out, but Jai shatters the mirror to close the portal and traps himself inside the realm. Shivangi eventually burns the amulet, and Veer is freed as Veer comes back to life.

During final confrontation Mirror realm / London
13

Two weeks later: Jai’s sacrifice is revealed and honored

Two weeks after the events, Shivangi and Veer uncover a letter between Jai and his master explaining that Jai offered his own soul so Veer could be freed. Veer places Jai’s photograph on his mantelpiece as a quiet tribute to the man who saved them, completing the circle of forgiveness and memory.

Two weeks later London

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