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| Do Anjaane | |
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| Directed by | Dulal Guha |
| Written by | Shafiq Ansari Nabendu Ghosh Nihar Ranjan Gupta |
| Produced by | Tito |
| Starring | Amitabh Bachchan Rekha Prem Chopra |
| Cinematography | M. Rajaram |
| Edited by | Bimal Roy |
| Music by | Kalyanji Anandji |
Production company | Navjeevan Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Do Anjaane (transl. Two Strangers) is a 1976 Hindi-language drama film, produced by Tito, it is directed by Dulal Guha and based on the story Rater gari of Nihar Ranjan Gupta.[1] The film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha, Prem Chopra, Pradeep Kumar, Utpal Dutt, Lalita Pawar and a young pre-stardom Mithun Chakraborty.[2] The music is by Kalyanji Anandji. It was remade in Telugu as Maavari Manchitanam (1979). The Kannada version Aaseya Bale was released in 1987.
Synopsis
[edit]Amit (Amitabh Bachchan) is found wounded on railway tracks, and when he awakens he has no memory of who he is and doesn't remember anything about his life. Six years later, he is living with a wealthy couple who have adopted him as their son and is now named Naresh Dutt.
After yet another accident in his Naresh Dutt avatar, Amit begins to regain his memory of his wife, Rekha Roy (Rekha). He finds out that she is now a very successful film actress, having changed her name to Sunita Devi, and her manager is none other than Ranjit Mallik (Prem Chopra), who was once Amit's best friend.
In flashbacks, he remembers that his real name is Amit Roy and Ranjit was the one who attempted to kill him six years earlier by throwing him off the train he was travelling on with Rekha. Amit also discovers that his young son, now 10 years old, has been sent to a boarding school and sets out a plan to regain custody of his son. First, however, he plans on taking revenge against Ranjit. Amit comes up with a plan to re-enter Rekha and Ranjit's lives by disguising himself as a film producer. He meets with Rekha and Ranjit and offers Rekha the opportunity to act in his new film titled Raater Gaadi. Rekha and Ranjit grow suspicious of Naresh Dutt as they start to realise that he bears a striking resemblance to Rekha's supposedly deceased husband Amit Roy and the story line of his film eerily mirrors Rekha's past life. Ranjit attempts to kill Amit Roy but instead Amit call police and when Ranjeet shoots bullets on Amit police arrests Ranjit.
In the end, Amit is shown going Mumbai on plane with his son. After some days Amit comes back to Rekha's home with his parents. They are reunited.
Cast
[edit]- Amitabh Bachchan as Amit Roy / Naresh Dutt
- Rekha as Rekha Roy/Sunita Devi
- Prem Chopra as Ranjit Mallik
- Utpal Dutt as Mr Sanyal
- Master Laddu as young Mithun Roy
- Master Lucky as old Mithun Roy
- Pradeep Kumar as Mr Sumesh Dutt
- Urmila Bhatt as Mrs Dutt
- Lalita Pawar as Amit's Neighbour
- Mithun Chakraborty as Ghanti (Amit's neighbour)
- Anup Kumar as Amit's co-worker
- Nipon Goswami as Doctor
- Abhi Bhattacharya as Padre
- Jagdish Raj as Doctor
- Jagdeep as Dance master
- Raj Mehra as Mr. Mukherjee
- Brahmchari as Amit's office friend
- Yasmin as Mary
Soundtrack
[edit]| # | Title | Singer(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Aai Karke Singaar" | Lata Mangeshkar |
| 2 | "Kahin Door Mujhe Jana Hai" | Lata Mangeshkar |
| 3 | "Luk Chhip Luk Chhip Jao Na (Male)" | Kishore Kumar |
| 4 | "Luk Chhip Luk Chhip Jao Na (Duet)" | Kishore Kumar, Shivangi Kolhapure |
Awards
[edit]- Prem Chopra won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award, the only win for the film.
References
[edit]- ^ "Rekha breaks her silence". The Hindu. 8 October 2010. Retrieved 5 May 2018.
- ^ News Desk (19 March 2020). "Rekha-Amitabh Bachchan's FIRST MEET; The Rare Picture From Their First Film Goes Viral". The PrimeTime News. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
External links
[edit]- Do Anjaane at IMDb
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Overview
Background
Do Anjaane is a 1976 Hindi-language drama film that originated from the Bengali short story "Rater Gari" by Nihar Ranjan Gupta, which centers on themes of ambition, betrayal, and vengeance set in Calcutta.[4] The adaptation translated the core amnesia-revenge motif—where a betrayed husband survives an attempt on his life and returns incognito for retribution—into a Hindi cinematic narrative, emphasizing emotional depth and suspense while retaining the story's exploration of personal sacrifice and moral ambiguity.[3] The film was produced by Tito under the Navjeevan Productions banner, marking the production house's debut venture launched by brothers Tito and Tony Juneja in the 1970s. It was directed by Dulal Guha, a filmmaker known for his work on literary adaptations in Bollywood during the 1970s, including earlier successes like Dushman (1972) and Dost (1974), which often drew from narrative-driven sources to craft character-focused dramas.[3] Released on November 26, 1976, Do Anjaane is classified as a drama incorporating thriller elements through its suspenseful plot twists and romance via its interpersonal relationships.[1] The project's initial conception stemmed from Guha's interest in an unconventional story highlighting a flawed female protagonist, leading to the scripting process that emphasized psychological layers over conventional heroism.[3] After approaches to actresses like Sharmila Tagore and Mumtaz were declined, the film paired Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha, whose on-screen collaboration became a pivotal moment, elevating Rekha's career from earlier typecast roles to more nuanced performances alongside the era's leading man.[3][5]Plot
Do Anjaane centers on Amit Roy (Amitabh Bachchan), a man discovered severely injured on railway tracks following an apparent accident, who awakens in the hospital with complete amnesia, unable to recall his identity or past.[6] Doctors inform him that he is a prosperous businessman married to the renowned actress Rekha Roy (Rekha), who arrives to care for him during his recovery.[6] As Amit returns home with her, he experiences disjointed memory flashes that clash with the affluent life presented to him, igniting doubts about his circumstances and spurring a personal investigation into his obscured history.[6] The storyline delves into themes of lost identity, the fragility of marital bonds, and the ethical quandaries of revenge, framed by the protagonist's unraveling of a concealed dual existence marked by betrayal from close associates, including his wife and best friend Ranjit.[6][3] The narrative unfolds across three acts: an opening focused on the establishment of amnesia and tentative reintegration into a supposed familiar world; a midpoint escalation through intensifying memory recollections that expose inconsistencies and deceptions; and a culminating confrontation that heightens the tension around truth and retribution, leaving the outcome unresolved in this summary.[6] Amitabh Bachchan embodies both Amit Roy and the enigmatic Naresh Dutt, a figure integral to the plot's exploration of disguise and retaliation, seamlessly weaving the dual characterizations to underscore the film's motifs of anonymity and vengeance.[6][3]Cast and characters
Main cast
Amitabh Bachchan portrays Amit Roy/Naresh Dutt, a middle-class man grappling with amnesia and a dual identity following a traumatic incident, embodying the "Angry Young Man" archetype central to the film's themes of loss and redemption.[3] His performance navigates the challenges of depicting memory loss and internal conflict, driving the emotional core through intense expressions of confusion, rage, and eventual resolve that propel the narrative's tension.[1] In 1976, Bachchan was at the peak of his rising stardom, fresh off successes like Zanjeer (1973) and Deewar (1975), which solidified his status as Bollywood's leading action-drama hero.[3] Rekha plays Rekha Roy/Sunita Devi, the protagonist's wife whose ambition and shifting loyalties form the emotional anchor of the story, showcasing her character's depth through moments of regret and unwavering support amid relational turmoil.[3] Her portrayal highlights emotional complexity and fidelity in pivotal scenes, contributing to the film's exploration of love's endurance and contributing to its heartfelt resonance.[7] This role marked a significant transformation for Rekha, evolving her from earlier "temptress" images in B-grade films to a serious actress, evident in her glamorous reinvention around 1976 that established her as a fashion icon with refined style and poise.[8] Prem Chopra embodies the antagonist Ranjit Malik, a wealthy schemer whose betrayal fuels the central conflict, characterized by manipulative traits and tense confrontations that heighten the drama's stakes.[3] His villainous presence underscores themes of deceit and consequence, interacting dynamically with the leads to amplify the emotional intensity of revenge and moral reckoning.[1]Supporting cast
Pradeep Kumar plays Somesh Dutt, the protagonist's father, whose character establishes the family backstory by depicting a long-standing search for his lost son Naresh, providing moral guidance and emotional depth to the narrative's exploration of identity and reunion.[6] Utpal Dutt portrays Mr. Sanyal, a film director and comedic figure whom the amnesiac protagonist befriends while posing as a producer, injecting lighter moments through humorous interactions and advancing the plot.[9][6] Lalita Pawar appears as Amit's nosy neighbor, acting as a catalyst for family conflicts by gossiping and stoking discord in the young couple's marriage for her own amusement, thereby amplifying the subplots involving domestic strife and relational strain.[6][9] Mithun Chakraborty essays the role of Ghanti, another of Amit's neighbors, in a brief but notable supporting part that contributes to the community backdrop and ties into the revenge subplot by highlighting everyday alliances amid the protagonist's unfolding past.[9] Additional minor roles, such as Urmila Bhatt as Mrs. Somesh Dutt—the emotional anchor of the family who aids in resolving conflicts through maternal resolve—and Jagdish Raj as the doctor who treats the amnesiac Amit, further enrich the familial and subplot elements without overshadowing the leads.[10]Production
Development
The development of Do Anjaane centered on adapting Nihar Ranjan Gupta's Bengali story "Rater Gari" (also referred to as "Ratrir Yatri") into a Hindi screenplay, which explored themes of ambition, betrayal, and amnesia through a complex female protagonist. Nabendu Ghosh crafted the screenplay, transforming the narrative to suit Hindi cinema's dramatic conventions while retaining the story's suspenseful core, and Shafiq Ansari penned the dialogues to heighten emotional tension.[11][3][4] Financing came from the newly established Navjeevan Films banner, launched by brothers Tony and Tito Juneja as their first venture into Hindi film production, with Tito credited as the producer. The budget aligned with mid-1970s standards for a non-blockbuster drama, estimated at around ₹90 lakhs, allowing for a focus on character-driven storytelling rather than high spectacle.[5][11][12] Pre-production unfolded in 1975, beginning with the acquisition of Gupta's story and culminating in script approval, setting the stage for principal photography that year ahead of the film's release on November 26, 1976.[3][12] Director Dulal Guha's vision prioritized psychological depth, delving into the protagonist's internal conflicts and moral ambiguities over action sequences, a departure from the era's formulaic entertainers and an evolution from his prior social dramas like Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein. This approach promised Rekha a challenging role as the ambitious wife, emphasizing emotional nuance in the revenge plot.[3]Filming
Principal photography for Do Anjaane commenced in 1975, with a significant portion of the shoot taking place over a month in Calcutta (now Kolkata), West Bengal, where the lead actors Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha, along with the crew, were accommodated at the Grand Hotel.[3] The production utilized various outdoor locations in the city, including Park Street; the cast often visited the iconic Flurys tea room during the shoot.[3] Additional filming occurred at sites such as Bagdogra Airport and Basusree Cinema Hall in West Bengal, capturing essential narrative elements like the protagonist's disoriented arrival.[13] The technical team was led by cinematographer M. Rajaram, who handled the visual capture on 35mm film, a standard format for Hindi cinema productions of the era that allowed for rich, detailed imagery in both indoor studio setups—likely in Mumbai—and the outdoor Calcutta sequences. Art direction was overseen by Desh Mukherjee, ensuring authentic period settings that reflected the story's blend of mystery and domestic drama.[9] On set, one notable aspect was the developing rapport between the lead performers, as Rekha, then early in her transformation as an actress, drew inspiration from Bachchan's professionalism, including his strict adherence to schedule, which fostered a positive working dynamic despite their initial unfamiliarity as co-stars.[3] Bachchan's portrayal of the dual roles required distinct physical transformations, though specific production hurdles related to makeup or weather during outdoor shoots were not widely documented. Following the completion of principal photography, initial post-production involved editing by Bimal Roy Jr., refining the footage to maintain narrative tension ahead of the film's release preparations. The film was censored on November 17, 1976.[9] Dubbing sessions addressed any dialogue synchronization needs, aligning with standard practices for ensuring clear audio in the final cut.[14]Music
Soundtrack
The soundtrack of Do Anjaane consists of three main songs composed by the duo Kalyanji-Anandji, with lyrics by Anjaan and Verma Malik, reflecting the melodic and rhythmic style typical of mid-1970s Hindi cinema. Released on vinyl by HMV, the album captures the era's blend of romantic, playful, and devotional elements, with a total runtime of about 13 minutes, aligning with the compact structure of film soundtracks from that period.[15][16] Playback singing assignments feature Lata Mangeshkar for the female leads, providing her signature emotive and graceful delivery suited to Rekha's on-screen expressions, while Kishore Kumar handles Amitabh Bachchan's portions with his versatile, energetic timbre ideal for light-hearted sequences. A notable inclusion is child singer Shivangi Kolhapure, whose innocent voice complements the familial duet in its sad version, adding a tender, playful fit to the narrative's emotional layers.[17][18] The track listing is as follows:| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Duration | Lyrics | Picturization Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aai Karke Singaar | Lata Mangeshkar | 3:26 | Verma Malik | Dance sequence on Rekha, showcasing classical influences.[16][19] |
| 2 | Kahin Door Mujhe Jaana Hai | Lata Mangeshkar | 3:10 | Verma Malik | Reflective song picturized on Rekha, including energetic dance elements emphasizing longing and independence.[16][20] |
| 3 | Luk Chhip Luk Chhip Jao Na | Kishore Kumar, Shivangi Kolhapure | 3:18 | Anjaan | Playful hide-and-seek duet on Amitabh Bachchan and a child character, evoking family warmth (includes happy and sad versions).[16][18] |