Narsimha

Narsimha

Year: 1991

Runtime: 186 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: N. Chandra

Action

Narasimha arranges his sister’s marriage, then returns home to find his family murdered in a neighbourhood feud. Disillusioned, he turns to alcohol and crime, working for Suraj Narayan Singh. When Suraj orders him to kill Ravi Rastogi for loving Meenu, Narasimha refuses, joins Anita, and forces Suraj to approve the marriage, leading to Suraj’s arrest.

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1

Return home during his sister's delivery

Narsimha returns to his quiet neighborhood just as his sister is delivering. A communal riot erupts, shattering the calm and pulling the city into conflict. The disturbance marks the collapse of his ordinary life and sets the story in motion.

During sister's delivery Neighborhood
2

Family murdered; he seeks refuge

On returning home, he discovers his family has been murdered. He seeks shelter in a nearby dwelling, drowning his grief in alcohol and turning toward the criminal underworld for means of survival. The city’s upheaval feeds his descent into violence.

Immediately after murder Home/nearby dwelling
3

Narsimha becomes Bapji's weapon

He begins working for Suraj Narayan Singh, aka Bapji, a ruthless landlord who controls crime and law. He carries out Bapji’s most difficult assignments without question. The city starts bending to Bapji as Narsimha’s anger narrows into precise, fearless execution.

After murder City under Bapji's influence
4

Bapji proclaims invincibility

Bapji declares himself invincible and demands total obedience. He asks the populace to treat him as their lord because of his wealth and power. The city accepts a new order, living under his watchful, oppressive rule.

Early in his rule City
5

Meenu's love triggers a deadly order

Meenu falls for her college mate Ravi, provoking Bapji’s wrath. He orders Narsimha to destroy Ravi’s family, leveraging Narsimha’s loyalty to serve his tyrannical ends. Narsimha struggles with a command that pits his remaining humanity against his fearsome role.

After Meenu's love City
6

Anita rekindles humanity; Narsimha falls for her

Witnessing Anita’s honest character rekindles Narsimha’s humanity. He vows to protect Anita’s family and gradually develops feelings for Anita. This personal transformation begins to undermine Bapji’s hold on him.

As he contemplates tasks for Bapji City
7

Alliance to push Meenu and Ravi's marriage

Narsimha teams up with Anita and Ravi to force Meenu’s marriage to Ravi, challenging Bapji’s authority. Their alliance signals a broader counterstrike against tyranny. The city starts to rally around them.

After forming bonds City
8

Rising opposition; Bapji fights back

Anita, supported by Narsimha and Ravi, rallies local people against Bapji’s oppressive regime. Bapji deploys goons and muscle to crush dissent, but more residents join the cause. The city’s mood shifts from fear to defiance.

During opposition movement City streets
9

Narsimha humiliates Bapji in private court

Narsimha defeats Bapji’s wrestlers in his private court, publicly demonstrating that Bapji can be challenged. The spectacle jars the city and marks the tyrant’s first real vulnerability. People begin to believe in a possible end to his rule.

After opposition grows Bapji's private court
10

Bapji is arrested by police

Public pressure leads to Bapji’s arrest for illegal activities. The crowd’s anger and Narsimha’s courage push authorities toward action. Yet his arrest only temporarily disrupts the power structure, not the threat he remains.

Following the court confrontation City police
11

Bapji is released on bail

Bapji receives bail thanks to his wealth and the best lawyers. He looms over the city, promising to resume his tyranny. The legal process buys him time to plot another bid for control.

After arrest Prison/Court
12

Forced marriage plan; Narsimha captured

Bapji orders the forced marriage of Meenu and locks her up. He captures Narsimha and brings him to his palace to ensure total submission. The city watches the tyrant tighten his grip.

After bail Bapji's palace
13

Bapji reveals riot plan; Narsimha stabbed

Bapji admits that riots are his tool to keep the mob in check and to maintain fear. He stabs Narsimha in the abdomen, severely wounding him and escalating the peril for the hero. The city braces for a fatal turning point.

Before the rescue Palace
14

Narsimha buried; rescue operation begins

Narsimha is buried inside a palace pillar as punishment and to crush his resistance. Anita and Ravi mobilize their allies to stop the wedding and rescue Meenu and Ravi. The plan signals a rising tide of organized resistance against Bapji.

Following the stabbing Palace pillar
15

Narsimha breaks free; climactic downfall of Bapji

Narsimha breaks out of the pillar and confronts Bapji’s goons in a climactic battle. The palace walls crumble from the struggle, and the tower clock fatally wounds Bapji. With tyranny toppled, Meenu and Ravi are together and Anita and Narsimha unite.

Final confrontation Palace

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