Roja

Roja

Year: 1992

Runtime: 137 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Mani Ratnam

DramaActionRomance

Roja, a young woman from a Tamil village, watches her sister’s planned marriage to a city dweller unravel when the groom suddenly decides to marry Roja instead. He is then posted to a job in Kashmir, where militant groups plot to kidnap the couple, plunging them into a dangerous ordeal.

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Timeline – Roja (1992)

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1

Wasim Khan Captured in Srinagar

In Srinagar, a Kashmiri terrorist named Wasim Khan is captured by a special unit led by Colonel Rayappa. The operation demonstrates India's resolve against terrorism and sets the stage for future tensions. His arrest becomes a focal point in the cross-border crisis that follows.

Srinagar
2

Shenbagam's Secret Love and Roja's Proposal

Shenbagam is secretly in love with the son of her maternal uncle, a truth known to few. She asks Rishi to reject her in front of their parents to spare Shenbagam's love, but Rishi unexpectedly proposes to Roja instead. Roja's acceptance begins a new family arrangement and a surprising alliance.

Sundarapandiapuram, Tamil Nadu
3

Roja Marries Rishi and Moves to Madras

Despite initial reluctance, Roja agrees to marry Rishi, and the couple moves to Madras. The wedding binds two families and shifts Roja into a new life far from her village roots. Shenbagam's secret continues to hover as a quiet undercurrent.

Madras
4

Roja Learns Shenbagam's Love Story

Roja discovers Shenbagam's hidden love and why she asked for the rejection. She apologizes for her earlier judgments and starts to see Rishi in a new, warmer light. The couple's life in Madras takes on a deeper emotional layer.

Madras
5

Rishi's Baramulla Assignment

After a period of domestic bliss, Rishi is assigned to an army communications centre in Baramulla due to the illness of his chief. He leaves Roja behind and enters a stark, unfamiliar environment. The separation tests their relationship and vows.

Baramulla
6

Rishi Is Kidnapped by Terrorists

Rishi is abducted by terrorists who aim to separate Kashmir from India and free their leader Wasim Khan. Roja's world turns upside down as she learns of his disappearance and begins a frantic search for help. The rescue mission soon becomes a high-stakes political crisis.

Baramulla
7

Roja Pleads for Help; Government Denies Negotiations

Roja pleads with politicians and the military for assistance, but practical barriers hinder her efforts. The government initially denies any negotiations with the terrorists, keeping Rishi as leverage. Her persistence gradually nudges officials toward reconsideration.

New Delhi / Baramulla
8

Terrorists Burn an Indian Flag

In a display of defiance, the terrorists attempt to burn an Indian flag. Rishi risks his life to extinguish the flames, showing his unwavering loyalty to the country. His act earns him quiet respect among some captors and underscores the stakes of the standoff.

Baramulla
9

Liaqat's Personal Crisis and Family Loss

Liaqat's younger brother is shot by the Pakistan Army, shaking his belief in the cause. He remains committed, but the incident erodes the absolute certainty of his mission. Liaqat's sister's small compassion toward Rishi adds a glimmer of humanity to the turmoil.

Cross-border region
10

Minister Takes Pity and Offers Help

A compassionate minister pities Roja's suffering and offers to help. Political attention begins to shift in her favor, though actual negotiations remain complicated. The personal plea starts to translate into official support.

New Delhi
11

Wasim Khan to Be Released in Exchange

The government approves a swap: Wasim Khan will be released in exchange for Rishi. Roja, Rishi, and the army coordinate for the risky operation. The tense plan hinges on Wasim Khan's willingness to be freed and Liaqat's involvement.

Exchange site
12

Rishi Escapes with Help from Liaqat's Sister

Rishi manages to escape with covert help from Liaqat's sister. He evades several terrorists while Liaqat's group pursues, kicking off a chaotic chase toward the exchange point. The escape changes the dynamics of the planned hostage swap.

Near exchange site
13

Wasim Khan Seized and Imprisoned

The Indian Army reaches the exchange spot and locks Wasim Khan up in a prison. The swap layout collapses as Wasim Khan's fate becomes one more piece of the volatile scene. The standoff narrows to a final clash between Rishi and his pursuers.

Exchange site / prison
14

Rishi Persuades Liaqat and Reaches Freedom

Rishi confronts Liaqat during the final pursuit and argues that their war is immoral. Liaqat, moved by Rishi's appeal, lets him go, allowing him to head toward the exchange route. The moral pivot reshapes the resolution of the crisis.

Near exchange route
15

Roja and Rishi Reunited

Roja and Rishi are finally reunited, marking the emotional climax of their ordeal. The country remains tense, but the couple finds hope in each other. The narrative closes on their renewed bond after the harrowing events.

Exchange site

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