Dedh Ishqiya

Dedh Ishqiya

Year: 2014

Runtime: 152 min

Language: Hindi

Director: Abhishek Chaubey

DramaThrillerComedyRomance

Fleeing with a valuable necklace, con artists Khalujaan and Babban find their partnership challenged by a series of unexpected events. Amidst a backdrop of poetic verses and royal courtships, Iftekhar pursues the affections of the alluring Begum Para. Meanwhile, Babban becomes entangled with her mysterious assistant, Munniya, whose sharp intellect and cunning lead them all on a captivating journey filled with deception and longing.

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1

The Heist Begins

Khalujan and Babban execute a cunning plan to impersonate a Nawab and his attendant in order to escape with a valuable necklace from a jewelry store. Their scheme shows their resourcefulness but sets off a chain of events that leads to unexpected chaos.

Jewelry Store
2

Police Chase

During their escape, the duo finds themselves in a frantic police chase. In the turmoil, they lose sight of each other, and Khalujan sustains injuries while managing to mislead the authorities.

3

Separation

In a desperate move to cover his own tracks, Khalujan pretends to drop the precious necklace as he and Babban part ways. This deceit leaves Babban under the impression that his uncle has either been captured or killed, intensifying the drama between them.

4

A New Identity

Months later, Babban re-emerges in a new persona as Iftikar Hussain, the Nawab of Chandipur. He attends a prestigious poetry contest, the Mushaira, which holds the promise of love and ambition.

Chandipur
5

The Mushaira

The Mushaira, organized by the beautiful Begum Para, is not just about poetry; it represents a chance to win her hand in marriage and the title of Nawab of Majidabad. Babban's longing for recognition amplifies the stakes.

Mushaira Venue
6

Reunion with Khalujan

During the event, Babban finally reunites with Khalujan, who reveals that he has lost the necklace. This reunion rekindles their complex relationship as both have individual aspirations at play.

7

Romantic Interests

Amidst the competitive atmosphere, Babban becomes infatuated with Muniya, the charming assistant of Begum Para. Khalujan, meanwhile, sets his sights on marrying the Begum for her wealth, complicating their objectives.

8

Jaan Mohammed's Threat

Local MLA-gangster Jaan Mohammed enters the fray, pretending to be a poet while manipulating a captive poet, Nawab Italwi, to further his plans. He views Khalujan as a rival and an obstacle to his ambitions.

9

Kidnapping Scheme Revealed

As the plot thickens, Jaan Mohammed reveals plans to kidnap Begum Para. Muniya is uncovered as a participant when she is caught negotiating a deal with a kidnapper, demonstrating her double-crossing intentions.

Marketplace
10

Khalujan's Dilemma

Khalujan grapples with his feelings for the Begum, deciding against violent confrontations as he confides his emotions to her. However, Para perceives his declarations as jokes, not recognizing his sincere intentions.

11

Contest's Finale

As the competition reaches its climax, Khalujan attempts to return the stolen necklace but faces heartbreak. The Begum chooses to accept Jaan Mohammed's proposal, crushing Khalujan's hopes.

12

The Shocking Revelation

Khalujan's confrontation with the Begum ends in chaos when she is suddenly kidnapped. The twist reveals that Babban and the Begum orchestrated this abduction as part of their elaborate scheme against Jaan.

13

Past Secrets Unveiled

The backstory unfolds as Begum Para shares the truth of her loveless marriage. Her husband’s sexuality left her trapped in a situation that ultimately led her to scheme for financial freedom.

14

Ransom Meeting Gone Wrong

A rendezvous at the railway station for a ransom exchange goes awry when Babban and Khalujan discover the bag is empty. They find themselves in a precarious position, surrounded by Jaan's henchmen, escalating their predicament.

Railway Station
15

Chaos and Arrest

In a dramatic turn, Nawab Italwi and law enforcement storm the scene, inciting a chaotic shootout. Amid the turmoil, Muniya and the Begum escape, leaving Khalujan and Babban to face arrest and uncertainty.

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