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Do Matwale
दो मतवाले
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Directed byAjay Kashyap
Story byAjay Kashyap
Produced byPushpa S. Choudhary
StarringSanjay Dutt
Chunky Pandey
Sonam
Shilpa Shirodkar
CinematographyK.V. Ramanna
Edited byWaman B. Bhosle
Gurudutt Shirali
Music byLaxmikant–Pyarelal
Release date
  • 3 May 1991 (1991-05-03) (India)
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Do Matwale is a 1991 Indian Bollywood Action film directed by Ajay Kashyap and produced by Pushpa S. Choudhary.[1] It stars Sanjay Dutt, Chunky Pandey, Sonam and Shilpa Shirodkar in pivotal roles.[2][3]

Plot

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Amar comes to the city for his mother's medical treatment. He robbed by a local goon on medical store. Fortunately, a young man Ajay helps him. They became friends. Then one day Amar attempts to prevent Ajay from committing a robbery only to get Ajay arrested by the police. Ajay swears to avenge this. Later Amar forced to enter crime world to arrange money for his mother's operation.

Ajay gets released from jail, now his only motive is to take revenge. Ajay got shocked to know that his sister Doctor Pooja is in love with Amar. Ajay threatens Amar to stay away from Pooja. The couple elope and get married. Pooja got brutally raped and murdered by Kasturi and Pyaremohan. Now Amar and Ajay's only motive to take revenge.[4]

Cast

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Soundtrack

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# Title Singer(s)
1 "Anarkali Tere Sar Ki Kasam" Jolly Mukherjee, Sudesh Bhosle, Alka Yagnik, Arun
2 "Ho Jayegi Kahau Tu" Mohammed Aziz, Alpna Deshpande
3 "Kar Gayi Muhalle Mein Halla" Amit Kumar
4 "Koi Hai Hum Hain" Kavita Krishnamurthy
5 "Main Aaj Bolta Hoon" Mohammed Aziz, Kavita Krishnamurthy

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Do Matwale is a Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by Ajay Kashyap and produced by Pushpa S. Choudhary under the banner of Choudhary Films. The story centers on two childhood friends, Ajay (played by ) and Amar (played by Chunky Pandey), whose bond fractures when Ajay is arrested following a botched attempt intervened by Amar, but they later reconcile amid a family crisis to battle a common foe. Released on 3 May , the film features supporting performances by as Sonu, as Dr. Pooja, as Gorakh Nath, and as Pyaremohan, blending elements of friendship, revenge, and romance typical of early Bollywood cinema. The narrative begins with Amar arriving in the city from his village to secure medical treatment for his ailing mother, only to be robbed upon arrival, setting off a that tests loyalties and forces dilemmas. Key themes include the strains of urban life on rural innocence, the consequences of , and the redemptive power of brotherhood, underscored by action sequences and melodramatic twists. The , written by Ajay Kashyap with dialogues by Mahesh Rawat, emphasizes high-stakes confrontations and emotional reunions, with by K. V. Ramanna capturing the contrasting worlds of village simplicity and city chaos. Music composed by , featuring hit tracks like "Kar Gayi Muhalle Mein Halla" sung by , added to its commercial appeal through dance numbers and romantic interludes. Upon release, Do Matwale received mixed reviews for its formulaic plot but was noted for the charismatic leads' chemistry and energetic action choreography, grossing moderately at the box office amid competition from other Sanjay Dutt starrers. With a runtime of 156 minutes and a U rating, it remains a nostalgic entry in the duo's filmography, highlighting the era's reliance on buddy-cop dynamics infused with family drama.

Overview

Plot

Amar, a young man from the village, arrives in the city with his ailing mother to seek treatment for her serious illness. Upon reaching the city, he is immediately robbed of his savings by a local goon outside a medical store, leaving him desperate and destitute. He encounters Ajay, a street-smart thief who targets the wealthy, who intervenes and helps Amar recover his money, forging an unlikely friendship between the two. As their bond grows, Ajay plans a on a notorious drug dealer, Gorakh Nath, but Amar, uncomfortable with , intervenes at the last moment to stop it, resulting in Ajay's by the police. Imprisoned and betrayed, Ajay vows revenge against Amar upon his release. Meanwhile, with his mother's condition worsening and mounting medical bills, Amar reluctantly turns to a of , joining forces with Gorakh Nath's henchmen, including the ruthless Kasturi and Pyaremohan, to fund her operation. In this , Amar crosses paths with Pooja, a compassionate doctor and Ajay's , and the two fall in love despite the dangers. Against Ajay's fierce opposition—fueled by his grudge and protective instincts toward his sister—Amar and Pooja elope and marry in secret. However, their happiness is short-lived when Kasturi and Pyaremohan, seeking to punish Amar for past loyalties, brutally and Pooja during a vulnerable moment. The tragedy devastates both families, with Amar becoming the in the eyes of the authorities and Ajay initially blaming him as well. This shared loss of Pooja serves as the pivotal family tragedy that reconciles the former friends, transforming their enmity into a powerful alliance driven by mutual vengeance against the perpetrators. In the film's 135-minute runtime, the narrative builds tension through interpersonal conflicts in the first half, shifting to high-stakes action sequences in the second half as Amar and Ajay methodically confront Gorakh Nath's gang. The story culminates in a climactic showdown where the protagonists exact revenge, restoring justice amid intense confrontations and betrayals.

Cast

The principal cast of Do Matwale centers on the dynamic between two friends navigating crime and redemption in an urban setting, with Sanjay Dutt and Chunky Pandey marking one of their early 1990s collaborations in a buddy-action framework. The ensemble includes prominent supporting performers known for action and comedy roles in Bollywood during the era.
ActorRoleDescription
AjayA tough, street-smart urbanite and Dr. Pooja's protective brother, who initially resents his old friend Amar due to a past incident involving an .
Chunky PandeyAmarA simple, sincere villager who travels to the city for his mother's medical treatment but is compelled to turn to crime after being robbed, eventually falling in with Dr. Pooja.
Dr. PoojaA compassionate doctor and Ajay's , serving as Amar's love interest whose relationship faces familial opposition.
SonuSupporting actress in an unspecified role.
Gorakh NathNotorious drug lord and leader of the antagonistic gang, portrayed with comic elements.
PyaremohanThe main antagonist, a ruthless criminal overlord driving much of the film's conflict.
Sampath / Champath / GanpathComic roles in a triple , including a ward boy.
Additional supporting actors include , , (as Amar's mother), and Kunika Sadanand, rounding out the film's ensemble of family and underworld figures.

Production

Development

Do Matwale originated from an original story conceived by Ajay Kashyap, who directed the film as one of his early Bollywood projects following his debut in 1985. The narrative centered on classic Bollywood action tropes, such as a rural protagonist's relocation to the urban environment and a central motif following personal tragedy. was written by Mahesh Rawat. Production was spearheaded by Pushpa S. Choudhary, with Vinod S. Choudhary serving as co-producer, under a modest setup typical for mid-tier action films of the era. Development spanned the late 1980s into early 1990, culminating in ahead of the film's May 1991 release, though no detail specific script revisions or delays. Key creative decisions emphasized pairing in the lead to draw on his established action-hero persona from prior hits like Naam (1986).

Filming

Principal photography for Do Matwale commenced in 1990 and wrapped prior to its May 1991 release. The production faced scheduling challenges due to the actors' other commitments, including an instance during the Goa shoot where co-star Chunky Pandey halted filming to attend an award ceremony for his work in Tezaab, though he ultimately did not win. Filming occurred primarily at Film City in , , along with Filmistan Studios in , , and Seth Studios in , , as well as outdoor sequences in . These studio facilities facilitated the capture of diverse action sequences integral to the film's narrative. Cinematography was led by K.V. Ramanna, who handled the visual execution across the urban studio sets and the Goa exteriors. Post-production editing was performed by Waman B. Bhosle and Gurudutt Shirali, completing the film's 150-minute runtime.

Music

Composition

The music for Do Matwale was composed by the duo . The soundtrack comprises five original songs, crafted to resonate with Bollywood audiences through a mix of upbeat numbers, item songs, and romantic duets that incorporate energetic rhythms alongside dramatic orchestral interludes, aligning with the film's action-oriented tone. The lyrics were written by and Sameer, who infused the tracks with themes of romance, passion, and high-stakes adventure to mirror the movie's blend of emotional depth and thrilling confrontations. Tracks like "Kar Gayi Muhalle Mein Halla" exemplify this approach, delivering pulsating beats to heighten the film's dynamic sequences. Recording sessions occurred in 1990 at studios, showcasing Laxmikant–Pyarelal's hallmark style of lavish orchestral arrangements that fused traditional Indian instrumentation—such as strings and percussion—with Western symphonic elements for a rich, cinematic sound. This production emphasized layered compositions to support the songs' versatility, from lively group performances to intense solo interludes.

Track listing

The soundtrack of Do Matwale features five songs composed by the duo in their signature energetic style, with lyrics primarily penned by Sameer and . Released alongside the film in by T-Series on cassette and later in digital formats, the album highlights prominent playback singers including for melodic female leads, for heroic and duet numbers, and Kavita Krishnamurthy for emotive solos and duets.
No.TitleSinger(s)DurationLyricist
1Kar Gayi Muhalle Mein Halla4:44
2Koi Hai Hum HainKavita Krishnamurthy5:30Sameer
3Ho Jayegi Kahan Tu, Alpna Deshpande5:52
4Main Aaj Bolta Hoon, Kavita Krishnamurthy6:09Sameer
5Anarkali Tere Sar Ki Kasam, Sudesh Bhosle, , Arun6:10Sameer
The total runtime of the album is approximately 28 minutes.

Release and reception

Release

Do Matwale was released theatrically in on 3 May 1991, following the completion of earlier that year. The film received wide distribution across Hindi-speaking markets, consistent with the standard approach for mid-budget Bollywood action films of the era, emphasizing urban and semi-urban theaters in regions like , , and . Produced by Heera International, the company managed the distribution of prints and oversaw marketing efforts, which included the creation and dissemination of promotional posters and trailers to build anticipation among audiences. No major premiere events were documented, with the rollout focusing on a conventional multiplex and single-screen cinema strategy typical for 1990s . For home media, the film was initially made available on cassettes in the early 1990s through licensed distributors. DVD editions followed in the 2000s, with physical copies still offered via online retailers as of 2025. In the digital era, it has become accessible on streaming platforms such as and free uploads on , allowing global viewership without theatrical constraints.

Critical response and box office

Do Matwale received predominantly negative feedback from audiences, reflected in its rating of 3.6 out of 10 based on 57 user reviews. The film's commercial performance was disappointing, classified as a flop in multiple Bollywood filmographies. Exact figures remain unavailable from primary trackers, with listing the total India nett gross as not available. As a mid-tier action release, it was overshadowed by blockbuster hits of 1991, including , which became the year's highest-grossing Bollywood film with approximately ₹18 worldwide.

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