Arjun

Arjun

Year: 1985

Runtime: 154 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Rahul Rawail

DramaActionCrimeRomance

Malwankar lives in a cramped Grant Road tenement with his son Arjun and wife Rukmini. Though retired, he works for abusive boss Ashok while Arjun can’t find work. After rescuing a man from thugs, Arjun’s friend Mohan is killed; Arjun avenges him, is jailed and rejected by his father. Politician Shiv Kumar Chougule hires him, giving Arjun purpose.

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1

Arjun defends a poor man and begins his life change

Arjun steps in when a group of ruffians thrash a poor man for not paying extortion. He defeats them and sets off a chain of events that pulls him into Bombay's underworld. This brave act marks a turning point in his ordinary life.

Day Suburbs of Bombay
2

Goon's retaliation and warning to his family

The local goon vows to teach him a lesson and orders more men to attack. Arjun fights back and defeats five assailants, sending them running. The attackers warn his parents to stay out of trouble or face consequences.

Evening City streets
3

Arjun is arrested and inspector Ravi Rane takes note

Arjun is arrested but released with a warning by the police. Inspector Ravi Rane sees that Arjun is acting for justice, not revenge. The inspector later becomes involved with Arjun's sister.

Night City Police Station
4

Geeta the journalist asks a favor; romance begins

Geeta approaches Arjun for a favor and he helps her. Their collaboration soon grows into affection as they spend time together. A romance blossoms between Arjun and Geeta.

Evening City
5

Trivedi learns of Arjun and orders his elimination

Minister Deen Dayal Trivedi, the corrupt power behind many crimes, learns of Arjun and orders him eliminated. A gang interrupts a public event and kills Arjun's friend Mohan; no witnesses come forward due to fear. Arjun tries to confront the killers, but the police intervene.

Public event City center
6

Arjun rejects Chowgule; family exiles him

Chowgule and his right hand man approach Arjun but he declines. His family kicks him out of the house after the confrontation. With nowhere to go, he agrees to work with Chowgule, who presents himself as an upright fighter against Trivedi.

Evening Arjun's home
7

Chowgule and Arjun dismantle Trivedi's operations

With Arjun by his side, Chowgule starts to dismantle Trivedi's illegal activities and power. They break up Trivedi's Matka den and disrupt his networks. They also capture Anand Patkar, a wealthy figure linked to the nomination committee.

During campaign City
8

Anand Patkar murdered; culprit caught by police

Anoop murders Anand Patkar in a dramatic turn, and the killer is caught red handed by the police. The killing sends shockwaves through the political circle, but fear keeps many quiet. The case tests Arjun's resolve as the truth remains elusive.

Night Patkar's circle
9

Arjun discovers Chowgule-Trivedi collusion

Arjun discovers that Chowgule has joined hands with Trivedi and that the promised evidence will not be published. He finds his car and house have been confiscated, signaling a deep betrayal and the corrupt system's reach. The trust he placed in his ally is broken.

After discovery City
10

Arjun confronts corrupt leaders at their rally

Angry at the corruption, Arjun tries to address the crowd at a speech rally but is forcibly removed. He is pushed aside by security and can only voice his protest from the sidelines. His father visits to bless him and reaffirm his support.

Day Rally site
11

Break-in: Trivedi's house and Chowgule's mansion

In a bold sequence, Arjun infiltrates Trivedi's house and defeats him, then goes to Chowgule's mansion to seize files exposing both men. He manages to take the evidence but Chowgule's men pursue him. The bold break in sets off a tense chase through the city.

Night Trivedi's house; Chowgule's mansion
12

Chase through Bombay; final stand at the police station

Wounded, Arjun runs through the empty Bombay streets as goons close in. A series of car crashes and escapes ends with him reaching Inspector Ravi at the police station with the files. He collapses there, but the evidence leads to the arrest of Chowgule and Trivedi.

Night Bombay streets; Inspector Ravi's station
13

Arrests confirmed; justice seems within reach

Inspector Ravi confirms the arrests of the minister and the don, validating Arjun's long fight against injustice. The city begins to respond to the exposure of the crime network and the corrupt players are brought to justice. Arjun's efforts are vindicated by the police.

After Police station
14

Ending: Ravi supports Arjun in hospital

The film closes with Inspector Ravi giving Arjun a thumbs up from his hospital bed, acknowledging his courage. The relationship between law and justice is reinforced by Ravi's faith in Arjun's cause. The audience is left with a sense that justice prevails despite the price paid.

Ending Hospital

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