Dulhe Raja

Dulhe Raja

Year: 1998

Runtime: 155 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Harmesh Malhotra

ComedyRomance

Raja, a poor entrepreneur, opens a fast‑food stall opposite the upscale Singhania hotel, angering its owner. Singhania tries to shut him down, but Raja’s determination wins him sudden wealth. He asks for Singhania’s daughter Kiran’s hand; the reluctant father agrees, only for Kiran to elope with Rahul, sparking further conflict.

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1

Singhania buys Maharaja International

K. K. Singhania purchases the Maharaja International hotel from P. K. Diwani. He soon discovers a dhaba inside the hotel complex run by Raja that eats into profits. Singhania launches a series of schemes to dislodge Raja, but each attempt backfires in comic fashion.

immediately after acquisition Maharaja International hotel complex
2

Raja's dhaba and the hotel conflict

Raja's dhaba within the hotel becomes a persistent obstacle to Singhania's profits. The tycoon tries various schemes to oust Raja, but the dhaba owner resists. The ongoing feud foreshadows future power plays between father, daughter, and potential suitors.

shortly after purchase Hotel complex
3

Love interests introduced

Kiran, Singhania's daughter, is in love with Rahul, who is secretly aided by Bishambar Nath. Raja develops a fascination for Kiran, creating a triangle of affections. The romantic entanglements complicate the hotel feud.

early in the story City and hotel vicinity
4

Singhania warns Kiran and sets a rule

Singhania warns Kiran not to marry Rahul, describing him as a rogue. He declares that Kiran may marry anyone except Rahul, even if the suitor is destitute or an enemy. Kiran's resolve to defy her father begins to take shape.

before engagement decisions Singhania's residence
5

Kiran schemes to woo Raja

Overhearing her father's opposition, Kiran pretends to fall for Raja to win his affection and use him as an ally against her father. She starts a mendacious relationship with Raja to secure his support. The scheme places Raja in a dual romantic and strategic role.

after overhearing the warning Hotel and social venues
6

Raja opposes Singhania and allies with Kiran against Rahul

Raja resists Singhania at every turn while appearing to champion Kiran's choice against Rahul. His double role further complicates the feud between father and would-be son-in-law. Tensions escalate across hotel events and social occasions.

throughout the lead-up to the engagement Various venues including hotel and social events
7

Birthday party plan and gatecrash

Singhania plans to announce Kiran's engagement to the son of a friend at her birthday party. Raja gatecrashes the party and disrupts the plan, embarrassing the family in front of guests. The fallout deepens the rift between Singhania and Kiran.

on the birthday event Kiran’s birthday party venue
8

Kiran dumps Raja for Rahul; Raja warns and pledges with Singhania

Kiran dumps Raja and proclaims Rahul as her ultimate man. Raja warns her about Rahul's true intentions and aligns with Singhania, trying to persuade her to reconsider. The confrontation pushes Singhania toward rethinking his stance about Raja.

after the party and decision City and Singhania's residence
9

Singhania shifts stance and Rahul's danger emerges

Influenced by Raja's cautions, Singhania preliminarily considers the possibility of a marriage between his daughter and Raja. Kiran departs for Rahul's home, unaware of the danger. Rahul sees an opportunity to gain Singhania's wealth, assaults Kiran, confines her, and demands the fortune by phone.

immediately after Kiran leaves for Rahul's home Rahul's home
10

Raja rescues Kiran and foils Bishambar

Raja learns of Rahul's plan and rescues Kiran from confinement. He teams with Singhania to outsmart Bishambar Nath and deny him control over the wealth. Raja arrives at Rahul's house, tricks Rahul and his accomplices, and defeats them with Singhania's support.

during the rescue operation Rahul's house
11

Fake papers reveal a kidnapping confession

Singhania arrives with documents that supposedly transfer wealth to Bishambar Nath, but the papers reveal Bishambar's confession of kidnapping Kiran. The confession triggers police action as the crime is exposed. Police arrest Rahul, Bishambar, and their associates.

after the confrontation at the house Rahul's house and police scene
12

Resolution: unity of Singhania, Kiran, and Raja

With the villains defeated and justice served, Singhania, Kiran, and Raja unite. The family reconciles and the hotel struggles ease as they look toward a stable future. The final scene reinforces their alliance and shared happiness.

final scene Maharaja International hotel

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