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Majboor Turns 51: Amitabh's Crime Thriller's Legacy
7 Dec
Summary
- Raveena Tandon celebrated 'Majboor's 51st anniversary.
- The film stars Amitabh Bachchan as a man faking his own murder.
- 'Majboor' was remade in Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.
The iconic 1974 thriller 'Majboor', directed by Ravi Tandon and featuring a stellar cast led by Amitabh Bachchan, has marked its 51st release anniversary. Raveena Tandon shared a nostalgic post celebrating the film's milestone, which originally premiered on December 6, 1974. The movie's gripping narrative, penned by the legendary Salim-Javed duo, is rumored to be inspired by Hollywood projects like 'Zig Zag' and 'Cold Sweat'.
'Majboor' tells the compelling story of Ravi Khanna, portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan, a terminally ill man who orchestrates his own framing for murder to ensure his family's financial security. However, after a successful operation, he escapes police custody and embarks on a mission to unmask the true perpetrator. The film boasts an ensemble cast including Parveen Babi, Pran, and Farida Jalal.
The film was a significant box office success and its impactful storyline led to remakes in various languages, including Telugu ('Raja' in 1976), Tamil ('Naan Vazhavaippen' in 1979), and Malayalam ('Ee Kaikalil' in 1986). The acclaimed thriller even reportedly inspired the 2008 film 'Jimmy', underscoring its lasting influence on Indian cinema.
