Sarfarosh

Sarfarosh

Year: 1999

Runtime: 174 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: John Mathew Matthan

ActionDramaSong and danceBollywood emotional dramasViolent action guns and crime

A Reason To Live When terrorists kill a cop’s brother and disable his father, he fights back against the smuggling of guns and drugs which plagues his country.

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Timeline – Sarfarosh (1999)

Trace every key event in Sarfarosh (1999) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Arms supply to Veeran

Bala Thakur, a gun handler based in Bahid, Rajasthan, supplies AK-47 arms to the notorious brigand Veeran. These weapons fuel the gang's capacity to strike across western India. The arms deal marks the start of a wide trafficking operation that will drive the conflict.

Bahid, Rajasthan
2

Bus massacre at Chandrapur

Veeran and his adivasi gang loot a Telugu wedding party and gun down every person aboard a bus in the Chandrapur border area between Maharashtra and Telangana. The massacre shocks the region and triggers a high priority government response. It marks Veeran as a top target for law enforcement.

Chandrapur (Maharashtra-Telangana border)
3

Special Action Team formed

To trace the attackers and dismantle the arms network, the government forms a Special Action Team in Mumbai. The unit cooperates with police across western India to intercept shipments and locate the gang's leaders. This marks the formal start of the investigation that drives the rest of the story.

Mumbai
4

Ajay meets Gulfam Hassan

Ajay Singh Rathod attends a concert by Gulfam Hassan, a renowned ghazal singer. The elder Muhajir's presence captivates Ajay, and the two quickly form a bond. The encounter plants a personal connection that will influence the investigation.

Mumbai
5

Seema and Ajay's reunion

Ajay reunites with Seema, a figure from his Delhi days whom he admired in youth. Their renewed closeness adds personal stakes to the case and motivates Ajay to persevere. It also establishes a support system as the investigation deepens.

Delhi
6

Saleem removed; Ajay becomes lead

Inspector Saleem is sidelined after the escape of gangster Sultan and the deaths of officers, and Ajay is assigned to head the Special Action Team. The move stirs tensions about bias while showing Ajay's willingness to lead. The team begins coordinated field operations under his command.

Mumbai
7

Ajay's past drives his policing

A flashback reveals Ajay's motivation: his father was silenced by terrorists when his elder brother was killed while trying to testify, and his father was kidnapped. The trauma fuels Ajay's commitment to stopping terrorism. The backstory provides emotional context for his determination on the case.

Flashback Delhi
8

Gulfam's double role uncovered

It is revealed that Gulfam Hassan is secretly working for Pakistani intelligence, using his influence to steer events from behind the scenes. He remains fond of Ajay, but also works to derail the investigation. Gulfam's actions show how personal loyalties can conflict with national security.

Bahid (ancestral manor) / Mumbai
9

Saleem and Ajay rally the team

Saleem locates Bala Thakur and Sultan and passes the information to Ajay, who persuades him to rejoin the investigation. The renewed collaboration strengthens the team as they plan their next moves against the gun-running operation. Trust is rebuilt as they close ranks to tackle the threat.

Western India (field operations)
10

First field clash

In a direct confrontation with Veeran's gang, Bala Thakur is killed and Ajay is wounded, while Sultan escapes. The operation nonetheless exposes a larger threat by intercepting a lethal arms shipment meant for Veeran. The team endures heavy costs but gains a crucial victory.

Chandrapur border region
11

Sultan killed on Gulfam's orders

Gulfam orders Sultan's assassination after his failure, and false information is fed to Saleem's informer network that Sultan fled to Pakistan. The deceit heightens the stakes for the investigators and reveals how far Gulfam will go to protect his interests. The event demonstrates the reach of Pakistani influence behind the plot.

Gulfam's influence / mansion
12

Ajay recovers and plans

While recovering in hospital, Ajay narrates the events to Seema and experiences an epiphany about a clue he had missed. With Seema's help, he returns to the field to pursue a new lead. The recovery period becomes a turning point toward the final confrontation.

Hospital (Mumbai) and site
13

Horoscope clue leads to Bahid

Ajay and Seema revisit the crime site and discover Bala Thakur's horoscope pointing to Bahid, Rajasthan. The clue redirects the investigation toward the gun-running base hidden in Bahid. The discovery rekindles the team's pursuit with renewed purpose.

Bahid, Rajasthan
14

Final assault on Gulfam's mansion

The team closes in on Gulfam's mansion where the gun-running operation is orchestrated. Ajay confronts Gulfam and realizes the full extent of the Pakistani plot. Gulfam's scheme collapses when Ajay tricks him into killing Major Aslam Baig, after which Gulfam commits suicide.

Gulfam's ancestral manor, Bahid
15

Aftermath and new pursuit begins

Gulfam's suicide ends the direct threat, and the team returns to Mumbai to a reception of accolades. Saleem is tipped off about Veeran's whereabouts, reigniting the chase. Ajay resolves to continue the fight with his team, signaling a new chapter in the larger investigation.

Mumbai

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