Mission Majnu

The nuclear era began with a transformative event as the US dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This historical moment ignited a fierce nuclear arms race that reshaped international relations for decades to come.

By 1971, Pakistan, after enduring defeats in three wars against India, sought revenge through the development of its own nuclear bomb. This ambition was driven by a desire for regional power and intimidation against its neighbor.

Amandeep Singh, an IPS officer, goes undercover in Pakistan posing as a tailor named Tariq. Based in Rawalpindi, he undertakes this dangerous mission to gather intelligence on Pakistan's nuclear ambitions.

During his undercover operations, Amandeep meets Nasreen Hussain, a blind woman who regularly visits his shop. Despite initial objections from her family, they fall in love and decide to marry, marking a significant emotional turn in Amandeep's life.

In May 1974, India successfully conducts its first nuclear test, drastically altering the security landscape in South Asia. This event prompts Pakistan to accelerate its own nuclear program in a race for parity in military capabilities.

In response to India's nuclear advances, the Pakistan government initiates Project 706, aiming for nuclear weapon development. Leading this effort is renowned scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan, who embarks on a covert mission to put Pakistan on the nuclear map.

In 1977, Nasreen discovers that she is pregnant, adding a layer of personal complexity to Amandeep's mission. This development brings both joy and anxiety as the couple navigates the treacherous waters of political intrigue and impending danger.

During the 1977 Indian General Election, Prime Minister Indira Gandhi orders an investigation into Pakistan's nuclear capabilities after receiving information from RAW. Amandeep is activated for Mission Majnu, tasked with uncovering vital information.

Amandeep makes strategic connections with fellow RAW agents Aslam Usmaniya and Raman Singh. He cleverly extracts crucial intelligence about Pakistan's nuclear ambitions while posing as a tailor, showcasing his resourcefulness in the face of danger.

As the military coup led by General Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq unfolds in Pakistan, Amandeep's mission is at risk of exposure. The shifting political landscape complicates his efforts and raises the stakes for all involved.

Amandeep's undercover activities spark suspicion in his father-in-law, leading to a violent confrontation. This tense moment forces Amandeep to navigate familial loyalty and duty while balancing his dangerous mission.

Amid rising tensions, Israel plans a strike on a Pakistani military facility in Quetta believed to be harboring nuclear capabilities. Amandeep learns critical information about secret nuclear efforts, intensifying the urgency of his mission.

In a daring move, Amandeep collects hair samples from personnel near the Kahuta nuclear facility. This evidence, once analyzed, confirms the presence of plutonium, validating the threat posed by Pakistan's nuclear program.

Despite Amandeep's findings, Indian Prime Minister Morarji Desai hesitates to take military action against Pakistan. Weighed down by the potential consequences of war, he struggles with the immediate threat presented by Amandeep's intelligence.

In a heart-wrenching climax, Amandeep sacrifices his safety to ensure Nasreen's escape, enabling her to board a plane while he confronts agents of the ISI. His ultimate act of love underscores the personal sacrifices made against the backdrop of national turmoil.