Tridev

Tridev

Year: 1989

Runtime: 173 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Rajiv Rai

CrimeAction

An intense, action‑driven saga follows a disgraced police inspector determined to restore his honor. His quest puts him head‑to‑head with a terrorist network and the vengeful brother of his lover, leading to explosive confrontations. The film features Naseeruddin Shah, Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, Sangeeta Bijlani, Sonam, Anupam Kher and Amrish Puri.

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Timeline & Setting – Tridev (1989)

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Location

Madhopur, City

Madhopur is a remote village where Inspector Karan Saxena is exiled after being framed by Bhujang's network. The story also moves to the city, where Bhujang's criminal empire operates with impunity. The setting juxtaposes quiet rural life with urban crime, driving the narrative's tension and action.

🏙️ City 🌄 Rural-Urban Contrast

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Main Characters – Tridev (1989)

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Inspector Karan Saxena

An honest police inspector, son of a respected judge, Karan fights a corrupt crime network led by Bhujang. He is engaged to Divya, the daughter of Commissioner Mathur, but political pressure forces him into disgrace and exile to Madhopur. He remains steadfast, using wit and courage to expose Bhujang and revive his cause from the shadows.

🧭 Honest 🎯 Determined

Jai Singh

A fiery outlaw driven by revenge for his father's murder, Jai joins Karan in a vigilante effort against Bhujang. He moves from the hills to the city, forming a strong bond with the others and risking himself to gain the upper hand against the crime lord. His arc combines vengeance with loyalty to the larger cause.

🔥 Vengeful 🧭 Loyal

Ravi Mathur

The Commissioner Mathur's son who goes undercover within Bhujang's gang to gather intel. He secretly aids Karan by feeding information and later helps fake Karan's death to mislead their enemies. He evolves from a conflicted insider to a reliable ally in the fight against Bhujang.

🤝 Loyal 🧠 Cunning

Divya Mathur

Divya is Karan's fiancée and the daughter of Commissioner Mathur. She remains a steadfast source of support even after Karan is disgraced and exiled. Her loyalty and courage help sustain the protagonists' resolve as they work to bring Bhujang to justice.

💖 Loyal 🌟 Supportive

Bhujang / Bhairav Singh

The ruthless crime lord behind Bhujang's network, orchestrating killings, kidnappings, and prison breaks to protect his empire. He frames Karan, kills his father, and kidnaps Divya to force compliance. His obsession with power drives the film's conflict to a climactic showdown.

🕷️ Crime Lord 💀 Ruthless

Natasha Tejani

Ramesh Tejani's sister, Natasha operates undercover within Bhujang's circle to avenge her brother's death. She becomes a key ally to Karan and Ravi, supplying information and helping orchestrate operations from within the gang.

🕵️ Undercover 💥 Ally

Renuka

A film actress and Jai's love interest, Renuka is unaware that her father is on Bhujang's payroll. Her loyalties are tested as the gang's machinations unfold, adding romantic tension to the trio's mission.

🎭 Actress 💖 Love-interest

Ramesh Tejani

A small-time arms dealer who feeds Bhujang's operation from behind the scenes. His information helps Karan strike at Bhujang, and his sister Natasha's quest for vengeance adds personal dimension to the conflict.

🧰 Arms dealer 💔 Victim

Don

Bhujang's close associate in the criminal underworld. His arrest by Karan and later manipulation by Bhujang showcases the network's reach and the corruption within the system.

🗡️ Underworld 🧊 Manipulator

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Major Themes – Tridev (1989)

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⚖️ Justice

A central thread follows Karan, Jai, and Ravi as they confront Bhujang's corruption and seek to restore justice for their families. The trio's actions blur the line between law and vigilantism, highlighting the costs of fighting entrenched crime. The narrative emphasizes moral resolve, sacrifice, and the idea that justice may require risky, unconventional methods.

🤝 Alliance

The three protagonists form a fragile but effective alliance, the so-called 'Tridev', pooling courage and resources to take down a powerful crime lord. Personal grievances converge into a shared mission that strengthens their cooperation. The relationships with Divya, Natasha, and Renuka also reinforce the theme of solidarity against corruption.

🕵️ Deception

Deception drives much of the plot: Karan's apparent death, Ravi's undercover mission, and Bhujang's manipulations. The story relies on misdirection to outsmart Bhujang's network and to reveal the truth to the public. Covert operations and double-crosses propel the action toward a climactic resolution.

💖 Love & Loyalty

Romantic and familial loyalties anchor the heroes amid danger. Divya's steadfast support keeps Karan's hopes alive despite disgrace; Jai's devotion to Renuka deepens personal stakes in the fight; Natasha's and Ramesh's family ties add emotional weight to the drive for justice.

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