Farishtay

Farishtay

Year: 1991

Runtime: More mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Anil Sharma

After the death of her husband, the Police Inspector, Gayatri sets out to find his murderer, and is horrified to learn that her brothers are employed by him.

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1

Raja Jaichand's brutal rule establishes fear

Raja Jaichand rules a distant border region with an iron fist, using brutality and fear to suppress any dissent. He kills innocents for his personal entertainment and rejects authority from the Indian Government. He colludes with foreign forces to maintain his grip on power.

Present day Border region near Jaichand's territory
2

Gayatri and her two adopted brothers

Gayatri lives with her two adopted brothers, Veeru and Dheeru, who are small-time crooks and con men known to the local police. The trio navigates crime and danger in their village. Their bond anchors the story as Jaichand's shadow grows.

Present day Gayatri's village
3

Gayatri falls for Inspector Arjun Thanghe

Gayatri meets Police Inspector Arjun Thanghe and falls in love with him. Their engagement is celebrated with pomp and ceremony, signaling hope in an era of oppression. Their romance provides a beacon against Jaichand's brutality.

Present day Gayatri's village / police camp
4

Flashback: Veeru, Dheeru and Sheela's Holi tragedy

A flashback shows Veeru and Dheeru as police trainees. Veeru has fallen in love with the commandant's granddaughter, Sheela. On Holi, a terrorist attack kills Sheela and several officers' family members as revenge. Veeru avenges her death, while Dheeru prevents police intervention.

Flashback Police training academy / Holi scene
5

Consequences of vigilante justice

Veeru's and Dheeru's acts of vengeance lead to consequences; they are imprisoned for a time for taking the law into their own hands. The system pushes back against personal retribution and punishment follows.

Flashback Prison
6

Lilly recruits the duo to infiltrate the government camp

In the present, Lilly, Jaichand's henchwoman, recruits Veeru and Dheeru to eliminate and take the place of government-commanded troops at the village camp. The mission is framed as stabilizing the region while advancing Jaichand's interests. The duo enters the operation with hidden motives.

Present day Village / government police camp
7

Arjun Thanghe had previously run the camp

The duo learn that Inspector Arjun Thanghe had previously been assigned to run the camp and had attempted to set things right. His past efforts hint at a fractured system and potential allies or threats within the regime. The discovery deepens the stakes of their mission.

Present day Police camp
8

Arjun is killed during the operation; Gayatri's sanity strains

Arjun is killed during the operation, and Gayatri's sanity begins to falter under the mounting pressures. The tragedy crystallizes the cost of corruption and violence in their world. Veeru and Dheeru's resolve hardens as they confront the consequences.

Present day Police camp
9

Commandant blocks direct revenge; hints at covert work

Facing the urge for vengeance, the duo plan to avenge a fallen ally but the commandant blocks the direct approach. He reveals that they have been secretly operating undercover for him all along and urges them to fight smartly. The mission shifts from personal vendetta to a controlled, strategic campaign.

Present day Commandant's HQ
10

Rasbhari joins the plan

The trio enlists Rasbhari, a local girl, to aid in their mission. Her involvement provides inside knowledge and helps them maneuver Jaichand's networks. Rasbhari's presence adds a new dynamic to the infiltration.

Present day Village outskirts / Rasbhari's locale
11

Infiltration of Jaichand's secret fortress

Veeru, Dheeru, and Rasbhari infiltrate Jaichand's secret fortress with careful planning. They navigate traps, guards, and alarms as they inch toward Jaichand's command. The operation tests their nerves and teamwork.

Present day Jaichand's fortress
12

Jaichand falls; Gayatri's vow is fulfilled

After a grueling sequence, Jaichand's regime is toppled and his army is defeated. The duo's mission avenges Gayatri and helps restore her sanity. The village begins to heal as the oppressive rule ends.

Present day Jaichand's fortress / village
13

Peace returns; the heroes reflect

With Jaichand defeated, Gayatri's sanity remains restored and the community looks toward rebuilding. Veeru and Dheeru reflect on their undercover work and resolve to protect the village from future threats. The story closes on a note of cautious hope.

Present day Village

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