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Tevar (2015) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2015 · 159 mins · Hindi
Directed by
Amit Sharma
Starring
Arjun Kapoor, Rajesh Sharma, Sonakshi Sinha, Deepti Naval, Gunjan Malhotra, Shruti Haasan

A Kabaddi player rescues a young woman from an unwanted marriage and hides her in his home.

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On this page (5)
  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (15)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle

Where to watch

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15 events in order · contains spoilers

Tevar Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Tevar (2015) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Pintoo arrives in Mathura to train in kabaddi

    Pintoo travels from Agra to Mathura to pursue his kabaddi training. He enters a city known for factional strife and political danger, setting the stage for the challenges ahead.

    Where
    Mathura

  2. Pintoo rescues Radhika from Gajendar's goons

    During a violent confrontation, Pintoo pulls Radhika to safety and ends the immediate threat posed by Gajendar. The act forges a protective bond between them as he becomes her shield against the gang.

    Where
    Mathura

  3. Pintoo learns Gajendar killed Radhika's brother

    Pintoo discovers the brutal truth that Mahesh was murdered by Gajendar. This revelation heightens the stakes and deepens Pintoo's resolve to protect Radhika at all costs.

    Where
    Mathura

  4. Pintoo humiliates Gajendar during a confrontation

    In a bold moment, Pintoo humiliates Gajendar by forcing him to pull down his pants, humiliating the feared leader in public. The humiliation marks Pintoo's defiance and intensifies the gang's resolve to confront him.

    Where
    Mathura

  5. Pintoo shelters Radhika at his Agra home

    Pintoo hides Radhika in his room with help from his sister Pinky, bringing her into a safe refuge. The arrangement strains his family as the threat from Gajendar looms closer.

    Where
    Agra

  6. Pintoo's parents discover Radhika in their house

    Pintoo's parents realize that Radhika is staying in their home in Agra. Faced with danger, Pintoo and Radhika decide to flee again to find a safer path.

    Where
    Agra

  7. Pintoo and Radhika run away again; romance blooms

    Pintoo and Radhika escape once more, and she begins to fall in love with him despite the peril. Their bond tightens as they navigate the ongoing threat from Gajendar.

    Where
    Agra

  8. Radhika heads to the airport to fly to America

    The next day, Pintoo and his friends escort Radhika to the airport so she can board a flight to America. The departure marks a cliff edge in their struggle and raises the question of whether they can be together.

    When
    Next day
    Where
    Agra Airport

  9. Radhika says goodbye, then hesitates and returns to Pintoo

    Radhika tearily says goodbye to her parents at the security checkpoint, then hesitates to leave. She waits for Pintoo to call her back, and they share a warm embrace when he reaches out.

    Where
    Agra Airport

  10. Airport confrontation: Ravikant arrests Gajendar; Gajendar drags Radhika away

    At the airport, Ravikant Shukla arrests Gajendar, while Gajendar drags Radhika away in a defiant display. The arrest confirms that Gajendar remains a dangerous shadow over their plans.

    When
    Immediately after the goodbye
    Where
    Airport

  11. Gajendar confronts Pintoo at jail; seeks partnership

    Gajendar goes to the jail and asks Pintoo to come with him, attempting to pull him into his world of crime. Ravikant warns that Gajendar's threat remains, heightening the tension before the final clash.

    Where
    Jail

  12. Gajendar attacks Pintoo in the town; minister tries to intervene

    Gajendar and his henchmen strike Pintoo in front of the whole town, provoking a public clash. Home Minister Mahender Singh tries to intervene, but the violence escalates, showing the gang's reach.

    Where
    Town Center

  13. Pintoo is stabbed but binds his wound and fights back

    Gajendar stabs Pintoo, but he uses the scarf dropped by Radhika to bind the wound and continues fighting the gang. The act showcases Pintoo's resilience and determination to protect Radhika.

    Where
    Town Center

  14. Kaakdi kills Gajendar; leadership shifts

    Kaakdi arrives on Mahender's orders and shoots Gajendar, ending his reign of terror. Kaakdi's rise signals a new chapter in the town's underworld.

    Where
    Town Center

  15. Pintoo and Radhika reunite after the dust settles

    With Gajendar dead, the underworld loses interest in Pintoo and Radhika, and they share a hard-won, quiet moment together. They reunite at Pintoo's home in Agra, choosing each other despite the violence around them.

    Where
    Agra

Last updated: October 03, 2025 at 06:45

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Timeline questions answered

Tevar Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Tevar (2015): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why does Pintoo humiliate Gajendar by forcing him to pull down his pants?

Pintoo humiliates Gajendar to gain the upper hand during the confrontation and to send a message that he is not afraid of the faction leader. This bold act is meant to destabilize Gajendar's authority in front of his own men, making it clear that Pintoo intends to protect Radhika at any cost. The humiliation also serves as a psychological victory that enrages Gajendar and intensifies his pursuit of Pintoo.

  • pintoo
  • gajendar
  • humiliation
  • confrontation
  • radhika
Q2

Why does Radhika hesitate at the airport and wait for Pintoo to call her back?

Radhika hesitates because despite having a chance to escape to safety in America, she realizes she cannot leave without knowing where her relationship with Pintoo stands. She loves him and wants him to fight for her. By waiting at the security checkpoint, she gives Pintoo the opportunity to declare his feelings. When he calls her back, it confirms that he wants her to stay, leading her to abandon the flight and choose him.

Foreshadowing: Earlier in the story, Radhika begins falling in love with Pintoo while they run away together, building to this moment of choice.

  • radhika
  • pintoo
  • airport
  • love
  • return
Q3

Why does Gajendar stab Pintoo after seeing how much Radhika loves him?

Gajendar stabs Pintoo out of rage and frustration. Seeing the genuine love between Radhika and Pintoo intensifies his jealousy and sense of betrayal. He cannot accept that Radhika would reject him for a simple kabaddi player. The stabbing is his final attempt to destroy what he cannot have, demonstrating his willingness to kill rather than let Pintoo win.

  • gajendar
  • pintoo
  • stabbing
  • jealousy
  • rage
Q4

Why does Kaakdi kill Gajendar on the Home Minister's orders?

Kaakdi kills Gajendar because Home Minister Mahender Singh orders it. Mahender has been protecting Gajendar for political reasons, but the public fight and Gajendar's slapping of the minister cross a line. Mahender decides Gajendar is no longer useful and orders his elimination. Kaakdi, acting as Gajendar's own subordinate, carries out the execution, which also marks his rise as the new gang leader.

  • kaakdi
  • gajendar
  • home minister
  • execution
  • power shift
Q5

Why does the Home Minister order Gajendar's death after protecting him for so long?

The Home Minister Mahender Singh has been shielding Gajendar for political gain, using the faction leader's criminal network for his own purposes. However, when Gajendar publicly slaps him and continues the violent confrontation in full view of everyone, Mahender realizes Gajendar has become a liability. The public nature of the fight makes it impossible to cover up, so Mahender cuts his losses and orders Gajendar killed to restore order and protect his own political reputation.

Foreshadowing: Earlier notes mention Mahender has long shielded Gajendar for political reasons, establishing their corrupt relationship.

  • home minister
  • gajendar
  • political
  • protection
  • power
Q6

Why does the scarf Radhika dropped become important during the final fight?

When Gajendar stabs Pintoo in the chest, he uses the scarf that Radhika dropped earlier to bind the wound and stop the bleeding. This act demonstrates Pintoo's determination and survival instinct. The scarf also symbolizes Radhika's presence and love, giving him the will to continue fighting despite being severely injured.

Foreshadowing: Radhika drops the scarf during the emotional airport scene, making its later use feel meaningful.

  • scarf
  • pintoo
  • wound
  • radhika
  • symbolism
Q7

Why does the criminal underworld lose interest in Pintoo and Radhika after Gajendar dies?

Once Gajendar is killed, the immediate threat that drove the conflict disappears. Gajendar was the one obsessed with marrying Radhika and hunting down Pintoo. With him dead, his men and the broader criminal network no longer have a reason to pursue the couple. Kaakdi takes over as the new leader, shifting focus to his own power rather than continuing Gajendar's personal vendetta.

  • underworld
  • gajendar
  • kaakdi
  • threat
  • resolution
Q8

Why does SP Ravikant Shukla arrest Gajendar at the airport but fail to protect Pintoo later?

As the police chief, Ravikant Shukla uses the airport confrontation to arrest Gajendar for his criminal activities, which he legally can do. However, he cannot provide constant physical protection to Pintoo against Gajendar's gang. Ravikant warns Pintoo that Gajendar remains dangerous, which proves true when Gajendar attacks him in town. The arrest is a legal action, but personal protection falls outside what Ravikant can guarantee.

  • ravikant shukla
  • gajendar
  • arrest
  • police
  • protection

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Why they belong together: Movies are grouped here for their shared focus on a heroic protector archetype, a fast-paced mix of intense action and character-driven romance, and a clear, satisfying narrative where good ultimately triumphs over evil. The vibe is defiant, hopeful, and thrilling.

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