Ajnabee

Ajnabee

Year: 2001

Runtime: 165 mins

Language: Hindi

Directors: Abbas Alibhai Burmawalla, Mustan Alibhai Burmawalla

DramaCrimeActionThriller

Raj and his wife Priya welcome new neighbors Vicky and Sonia, only to discover that trust can be deadly. After a night of drinking, Raj awakens in Vicky’s home to find Sonia dead and himself framed for the murder. Hunted by the police, he goes on the run, determined to clear his name with Priya’s unwavering support.

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1

Raj and Priya fall in love on vacation

During their vacation, Raj and Priya meet and gradually fall in love. Their time together is romantic and intimate, building a bond they hope will endure. The sunny, carefree setting frames the start of their relationship.

During vacation Mauritius (vacation)
2

Raj spots Vikram with another woman; Sonia flirts with Raj

Raj sees Vikram kissing another woman, which unsettles him and tests his trust in his friend. Sonia tries to charm Raj, pushing his boundaries and escalating tension. Vikram notices Raj's discomfort and grows wary of his own scheme.

Mauritius (resort)
3

Vikram manipulates to pair Raj with Sonia and Vicky with Priya

Vikram engineers a twisted arrangement to advance his own plan: Raj is steered toward Sonia while Vicky is paired with Priya. He uses manipulation and social pressure to push the couples toward a delicate, dangerous situation. The groundwork is laid for deceit, jealousy, and betrayal.

Resort, Mauritius
4

Last day of vacation: partner-swapping is proposed and rejected

On the final day, Vicky openly proposes swapping partners as a casual option. Raj is repulsed and refuses to participate, sparking an argument between the two men. Priya remains largely unaware of the brewing scheme and its consequences.

Last day Vacation resort
5

Eve of Vicky's birthday: reconciliation and drinks

The men reconcile on the eve of Vicky's birthday, sharing a drink and trying to move past the rift. The mood is festive yet tense, with unspoken plans lingering in the background. Priya remains unaware of the full extent of the plot.

Eve of birthday Resort / Mauritius
6

Vicky triggers the swap; Raj pretends to be Raj for the night

Vicky pressures Raj to let him take Raj's place for the night, initiating the planned swap. He goes to Raj's house, and Priya is surprised to see him instead of Raj. The deception moves from planning into painful reality.

Night of Vicky's birthday Raj and Priya's home
7

Raj wakes up in the wrong place with a mysterious woman

Raj wakes up in Vicky's house to find a partially clothed woman in bed beside him, realizing he has been tricked. He hurries back to his own home, where Priya confirms Vicky's overnight visit. The night exposes the fragility of the relationships involved.

Following morning Vicky's house; Raj's home
8

Priya reveals the night’s true nature and its consequences

Priya explains that she fulfilled Raj's birthday request as a one-off favor, not a regular arrangement. Raj suspects Vicky has manipulated Priya further and worries about where the situation could lead. The seed of distrust begins to sprout into a larger conflict.

Following morning Priya's home
9

Sonia's murder; Raj is accused

Sonia is found dead and Raj's fingerprints appear on the murder weapon, an alcohol bottle. Vicky accuses Raj of orchestrating the night and forcing Sonia's death to cover up their plan. The trial quickly paints Raj as the prime suspect.

Shortly after Court / crime scene
10

Raj escapes with Priya's help; neighbors recall Vikram entering with someone

Determined to prove his innocence, Raj escapes custody, aided by Priya. Neighbors recall that Vikram entered Raj's house the night of the murder with someone, prompting authorities to search Vikram's house. Vikram calls the police and tries to control the narrative from his side.

After escape Neighborhood; Vikram's house
11

Vikram's confession reveals Sonia and Neeta's roles

Vikram explains the elaborate plan: Sonia was his wife, and Neeta was his girlfriend; the two plotted Sonia's murder to claim a $100 million insurance payout. He reveals a motive rooted in greed and a carefully constructed alibi. The confession reframes the crime, placing the blame squarely on Vikram's deception.

During investigation Interrogation scene
12

Password evidence and the unraveling of Vikram's scheme

Raj discovers that Vikram used the password 'Everything is planned' to mask his crimes and later transfer money back to the insurer. The revelation ties together the financial motive and the manipulation behind Sonia's murder. A violent confrontation ensues as the truth comes out.

Investigation climax Computer/evidence room
13

Final duel on the cruise ship; Vikram is killed and justice begins

In a climactic showdown on a cruise ship, Raj impales Vikram with an anchor, ending the killer's threat. Neeta dies during the struggle, and the insurance officer is killed in the melee. Raj and Priya escape together and return to India, seeking a semblance of peace after the nightmare.

Ending Cruise ship; India

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