Khud-Daar

Khud-Daar

Year: 1982

Runtime: 169 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Ravi Tandon

DramaAction

Directed by Ravi Tandon, this 1982 Hindi film features a musical score by Rajesh Roshan with lyrics by Majrooh Sultanpuri. Its ensemble cast includes Amitabh Bachchan, Parveen Babi, Vinod Mehra, Sanjeev Kumar, Prem Chopra, Mehmood, Bindiya Goswami and Tanuja. The story was later remade in Tamil as Padikkadhavan starring Rajinikanth and in Telugu as Driver Babu with Sobhan Babu.

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1

Hari leaves home for two months

Hari leaves home for two months to complete his law degree. Seema, newly married and jealous of Hari's affection for Govind and Rajesh, ill-treats the two brothers. The mistreatment forces the brothers to leave home and escape to Bombay.

Right before departure Home
2

Brothers reach Bombay and find shelter

In Bombay, after days of doing menial labor, Govind and Rajesh are taken in by Rahim, a widower. Rahim offers them a home and a chance to start over. This marks the brothers' new life in the city.

Shortly after leaving home Bombay
3

Govind becomes taxi driver to fund Rajesh's education

Govind takes on the burden of supporting his brother's education and becomes a taxi driver known as Chhotu Ustad. He bears the hardship with quiet dignity, providing for both of them. Rajesh, meanwhile, grows ambitious and begins to spurn Govind's sacrifices.

Soon after settling in Bombay
4

Rajesh marries Manju and becomes ghar jamai

Rajesh marries Manju, daughter of the wealthy Seth Verma, and becomes a ghar jamai. This alliance signals a shift away from his brother and the frugal life they once shared.

Not long after Chhotu Ustad's start Verma residence
5

Bansi recruits Rajesh for drug smuggling

Bansi, Verma's brother, secretly uses Rajesh to run a drug-smuggling operation using Verma Transport Company vehicles. Rajesh's appetite for quick wealth blinds him to the danger. The network's growth pulls the brothers deeper into crime.

During the early operations Verma Transport Company
6

Police foil operation; Anwar injured

One operation is foiled by the police, and Anwar, Rahim's son, is left seriously injured. The exposure of the smuggling scheme threatens Govind and Rajesh. The family begins to fracture under mounting pressures.

During the thwarted transport City streets
7

Kidnapping attempt and Rahim is killed

Bansi's men attempt to kidnap Anwar to destroy evidence while Govind is away. In the skirmish that ensues, Rahim is shot fatally. The death devastates the family and fuels a desire for justice.

During the attempted kidnapping Rahim's home and surrounding streets
8

Rajesh seeks Govind's mercy after Rahim's death

In the aftermath, Rajesh realises how he has been used by Bansi and seeks Govind's mercy. Govind wrestles with a sense of duty toward his brother despite the betrayal. The brothers' bond is put to a severe test.

After Rahim's death Home
9

Seth Verma murdered; Rajesh framed

Bansi murders Seth Verma and tries to frame Rajesh for it. The crime compounds the brothers' peril and makes Govind desperate to prove his brother's innocence. The fight against the conspiracy tightens around them.

Following Rajesh's mercy request Verma residence
10

Govind is accused; Hari presides as judge

Govind is found at the scene and accused of murder. Hari, now a leading legal eagle in the city, presides as the judge over the case. The courtroom becomes the battlefield where truth must emerge.

Trial begins Courtroom
11

Hari becomes defense attorney and investigates

Hari steps down as judge and becomes Govind's defense attorney. Through astute investigations, he uncovers crucial truths and reveals the real identities of the accused and his brother. The courtroom drama deepens as secrets come to light.

During the trial Courtroom
12

Bansi is captured after confrontation with Hari

Bansi, cornered, attempts to shoot Hari and escapes the courtroom. Govind tracks him down in his beloved taxi Basanti, and Bansi is finally arrested. The net of justice closes around the criminal conspirators.

After the courtroom climax City streets; Basanti taxi
13

Brothers reconcile

With Bansi's arrest, the three brothers reconcile and renew their bond. They vow to stand together against future troubles and find strength in family. The story ends on a note of unity and justice achieved.

Finale

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