Geraftaar

Geraftaar

Year: 1985

Runtime: 167 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Prayag Raj

DramaAction

Brothers Karan and Kishan are torn apart after Karan is falsely accused of murder and, believing there is no way out, attempts suicide. He is rescued, grows up and joins the police force, determined to clear his name. Years later Kishan too is framed for a crime, setting the stage for the siblings' dramatic confrontation.

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Timeline & Setting – Geraftaar (1985)

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Main Characters – Geraftaar (1985)

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Karan Kumar Khanna (Amitabh Bachchan)

Honest inspector’s son who survives a tragedy that sets him on a path of vengeance and protection. He embodies resilience, loyalty, and a quiet moral compass, ultimately guiding Kishen and confronting their shared past.

🎭 Drama 🗡️ Revenge 🕵️ Police

Kishen Kumar Khanna (Kamal Haasan)

Ambitious actor whose life collides with crime and romance. He is impulsive and idealistic, yet becomes a pillar for his family and a focal point in the fight against Vidyanath’s gang.

🎭 Drama ❤️ Romance 🥊 Action

Anuradha Saxena (Poonam Dhillon)

Arrogant heiress who uses relationships for revenge but experiences a transformation as true love and loyalty emerge. Her arc tracks the shift from calculation to genuine commitment.

💃 Drama 💔 Revenge 💍 Romance

Vidyanath

Criminal mastermind orchestrating schemes from the shadows. He relies on manipulation, bribery, and cunning to control events and attempt to crush his rivals.

🧠 Crime 🕵️‍♂️ Conspiracy 🗺️ Power

Ranjit Saxena

Ruthless associate who drives conflict through intimidation and criminal networks. He embodies greed and the willingness to endanger others for advantage.

🧩 Crime 🥷 Villain

Durga Kumar Khanna

Karan’s mother who endures heartbreak and fights to keep her family together. Her journey embodies maternal strength and a longing for reunion.

👩‍👦 Family 💖 Maternal 🎭 Drama

Hussein (Inspector Hussein)

Loyal friend who saves Karan as a child and grows into a figure of law and friendship. He embodies sacrifice and the bond of chosen family against crime.

🕵️‍♂️ Loyalty 🚓 Law 🤝 Friendship

Geeta Sinha (Inspector Geeta Sinha)

Fellow inspector and crucial ally whose partnership with Karan and Hussein advances justice. Her role blends professional competence with personal stakes in the case.

👮‍♀️ Police 🎯 Justice

Chutkiram

Criminal with a distinctive lisp who leads a gang and clashes with Kishen. He is a recurring source of comic yet dangerous trouble in the criminal web.

🧩 Villain 🥊 Goons

Vijay

Police Commissioner's son and key antagonist who survives initial confrontations and plays a deadly role in Hussein’s downfall.

🧩 Villain 💥 Rivalry

Police Commissioner Sinha

Head of the police who faces moral and professional pressures as the criminals' network expands. His authority is tested by personal and organizational corruption.

👮 Authority 🏛️ Corruption

Lucy

Actress whose romance with Kishen is entangled with money and danger, and who becomes a pawn in Vidyanath’s schemes before tragedy strikes.

🎭 Drama ❤️ Romance

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Major Themes – Geraftaar (1985)

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🗡️ Revenge

Karan and Kishen's lives are shaped by a cycle of betrayal and retaliation. The pursuit of vengeance drives major clashes, from courtroom twists to brutal confrontations with Vidyanath and Ranjit’s gang.

🤝 Brotherhood

The story unveils a hidden brotherhood between Karan and Kishen, culminating in a dramatic revelation that changes the dynamics of loyalty, family duty, and protection.

⚖️ Justice

The plot alternates between police intrigue, courtroom battles, and investigative plots, exposing corruption and testing the legitimacy of evidence and truth.

💔 Love & Sacrifice

Romance and personal sacrifice drive several arcs: Kishen’s love for Lucy, Anuradha’s early revenge, and the final sacrifices that lead to reconciliation and a new beginning for the brothers.

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