Waqt Hamara Hai

Waqt Hamara Hai

Year: 1993

Runtime: 148 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Bharat Rangachary

A romantic thriller about former college rivals Vikas Sabkuchwala and Sunil, now friends, who each love sisters Ayesha and Mamta Vidrohi. Their politician father demands a large dowry and sons‑in‑law, refusing consent. To extort money, they stage a fake kidnapping, but the abduction is carried out by the feared terrorist Colonel Chikara, turning their plan into chaos.

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Timeline – Waqt Hamara Hai (1993)

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1

Vikas's academic struggles begin

Vikas Sabkuchwala is a college student who repeatedly fails his exams, causing distress to his miserly father Dinanath. The constant academic setbacks and Dinanath's frustration set up the tension that fuels the early part of the story.

Start of term Mumbai college campus
2

Sunil Chaudhary arrives in Mumbai and enrolls in the same college

Dinanath's accountant's nephew Sunil Chaudhary arrives from Haryana and is admitted into the same college, despite having been expelled from many other colleges for aggression. His uncle uses his influence to enroll him, setting up a dangerous new dynamic in Vikas's world.

Early in term Mumbai college campus
3

Sunil is dressed as a nerd on his first day

On his first day, Sunil is dressed up to look like a nerd so he avoids further trouble and makes a cautious entrance into college life. The disguise contrasts with his violent past and foreshadows the duality of his character.

First day of term College campus
4

Sunil helps Mamta change a tire

On his way to college, Sunil meets Mamta and helps her change a car tire, lifting the car with ease. Mamta is impressed by his strength and simple demeanor, which sparks a budding connection.

Early in term Roadside near college
5

Vikas tries to rag Sunil

Vikas tries to rag Sunil at college, testing his new classmate's temper. The attempt backfires as Sunil's restrained presence and power become apparent, hinting at a growing tension between them.

Early in term College campus
6

Sunil chats with Mamta in the canteen and falls in love

In the canteen, Sunil chats with Mamta, and the chemistry quickly turns into affection as he reveals a softer side beneath his tough exterior. Mamta is drawn to his strength and sincerity, cementing a personal connection.

Early in term College canteen
7

Vikas and Sunil have a fight but become friends after a rescue

Vikas and Sunil engage in a gruesome fight that ferociously tests their limits. The violence ends when Sunil saves Vikas from a dangerous fall, establishing a fragile friendship born from a life-threatening moment.

During term Rooftop/near building
8

Chikara's terrorists drop Crypton in Vikas's car and flee

A group of terrorists led by Colonel Chikara are pursued by the police and accidentally abandon a bag containing Crypton in Vikas's car. They flee, leaving the weapon behind and setting the plot in motion. The bag becomes the focal point of a dangerous chase.

During the chase Vikas's car, Mumbai
9

Chikara's men return to retrieve Crypton and kidnap Vikas and Ayesha

Unable to locate Crypton, Chikara's men return to recover it and end up kidnapping Vikas and his colleague Ayesha. They demand that Sunil deliver the product, escalating the stakes for everyone.

After the initial drop City/streets
10

Sunil finds Crypton and escapes with Mamta to deliver it

Sunil locates Crypton and flees with Mamta, deciding to deliver the weapon. Their plan marks a turning point as they go on the run to protect themselves and others from Chikara's men.

Following kidnapping Roads out of Mumbai
11

Vikas and Sunil escape from Chikara and leave Ayesha and Mamta to fight

Vikas and Sunil manage an escape from Colonel Chikara's pursuit, leaving Ayesha and Mamta to handle Chikara's men for a time. The escape frees them to stage a counterattack against the terrorists.

Midpoint City streets
12

Vikas and Sunil return to rescue Ayesha and Mamta; fight Chikara's men

The duo returns to confront Chikara's gang, killing several of his men and freeing Ayesha and Mamta. Their teamwork and growing bond help turn the tide against the terrorists.

Climax City/rooftops
13

Netaji is saved and Chikara's plan is foiled

In the final act, Netaji is saved from a perilous fate, and Sunil and Vikas disrupt Colonel Chikara's plan to use Crypton. The hold of the terror group weakens as their operation collapses.

Final act City
14

Colonel Chikara dies; everyone is safe

Colonel Chikara is mortally defeated and dies as the threat ends. With the villain defeated, Vikas, Sunil, Mamta, Ayesha, and the others find safety and a new equilibrium in their lives.

Ending City

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