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One 2 Ka 4
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| One 2 Ka 4 | |
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 Poster | |
| Directed by | Shashilal K. Nair |
| Written by |
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| Produced by | Nazir Ahmed |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | S. Kumar Johny Lal |
| Edited by | Hussain Burmawala |
| Music by | A. R. Rahman |
Production company | Glamour Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 173 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹12 crore[1] |
| Box office | ₹13.82 crore[2] |
One 2 Ka 4 (transl.: One and Two Makes Four) is a 2001 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Shashilal K. Nair. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, and Jackie Shroff. The score and soundtrack were composed by A. R. Rahman.[3] The rights of this film are now owned by Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment.[4]
Plot
[edit] | This article's plot summary may be too long or excessively detailed. (August 2024) |
The film begins by introducing friends and co-workers Senior Superintendent of Police Officer Javed Abbas and Assistant Commissioner of Police Officer Arun Verma, who are both Special Task Force officers and partners. Javed is a widower who is bringing up his 4 children with love and effort while Arun is his carefree, hotheaded, albeit well-meaning subordinate and brother-like friend. Arun doesn't like Javed's four children, just like he doesn't like any child, nor do the four children like him.
KKV is a local drug lord that the entire police department have always been desperate to catch. Unfortunately, due to KKV's broad connection in the police department, nobody ever manages to find any solid proof against him.
With the help of an informer, police catch KKV's group red handed while he is dealing drugs. After he is caught, someone replaces the drugs detained from KKV with sugar, causing him to be released, making it very clear that someone in the police department is working for him. The Police Commissioner is eager to find the traitor.
Geeta is Javed's friend. Once she meets Arun, she falls in love with him at first sight, but Arun shows no special interest in her and always avoids her.
While on a subsequent drug raid, Javed is shot dead by an unknown assailant. Before the mission, Javed wrote a letter to Arun, asking Arun to take care of his four kids if he does not survive. As Javed's best friend, in spite of not liking kids, Arun decides to adopt Javed's children, instead of sending them to an orphanage. Arun also seeks help and refuge in Geeta, so that she can help him take care of the children. As their relationship develops and time goes on, Arun begins to develop feelings for her and he begins opening up to the children. Arun's life soon becomes difficult as his salary is not enough to support so many people.
In a visit to KKV's club to threaten him, Arun unexpectedly finds that Geeta is a dancer at that club. Arun becomes angry with Geeta, not only because he thinks being a bar dancer is a filthy job, but also because he thinks Geeta has been cheating him by pretending to be decent. When he returns home later, he confronts Geeta and questions her, but the children all say that Geeta was with them the whole day and never once left, leaving Arun to believe that the bar dancer is another person that simply looks like Geeta.
Under the pressure of his living situation, Arun robs KKV. He steals a large amount of drug money from KKV, knowing it's dirty money, and buys a big house for his family. Arun gets caught and arrested almost immediately, not for the robbery, but instead for illegal drug possession. He is charged with being KKV's spy as police identify that the drugs found in his house belong to KKV. Obviously, Arun is being framed by someone, as he never stole any drugs, but he does not know who framed him. During his court hearing, Geeta also testifies against Arun, however, not as his fiancee, but as a secret police officer who worked at KKV's bar—confirming that she was the bar dancer Arun saw—and the witness of Arun's robbery. Arun is therefore suspended from duty until further trial.
Arun now does not believe anyone anymore; he decides to find the killer of Javed and the spy for KKV on his own. At his house, he questions a police officer whom he believes to be corrupted. The officer admits he is a spy for KKV, but follows the order of JD, another police officer. He also says he does not know who killed Javed, but JD does. Arun kills him and heads for JD's house.
On his way to JD's house, Arun calls Geeta for help, who was with the Police Commissioner when answering the phone call. With the permission of the Commissioner, Geeta joins Arun to question JD, only to find JD was killed right before they arrive. They believe the Police Commissioner is the spy as he is the only third person that knows they are heading for JD.
Arun rushes to the Police Commissioner's house and thrashes him, but the latter denies being a spy for KKV. Geeta goes to CBI Chief's house to report the situation, who is the superior of the Police Commissioner, but she finds KKV is in the Chief's house with him; she immediately realizes that the Chief is the real spy as he might have known of the original plan from the Commissioner. The Chief and KKV try to kill Geeta, but she manages to escape.
Geeta visits Arun and the Commissioner and tells them her findings about the Chief. The Commissioner is shocked to know of this information, and tells the pair that the Chief is planning to leave the country very soon. Geeta and Arun quickly arrive at the airport to stop the Chief from leaving. During a gunfight at the airport, KKV kills the Chief while taking him hostage. Inspector Sawant kills KKV and also reveals himself as the killer of Javed as he was always belittled by the latter and upset that Javed got all the credits and honors despite Sawant's hard work and dedication. After taking Sawant down and saving the day, Arun is later praised by his department, gets his job back, reunites with the children (who now love him for his character arc), and marries Geeta. They live happily ever after.
Cast
[edit]- Shahrukh Khan as ACP Arun Verma
- Juhi Chawla as ACP Geeta Chaudhury
- Jackie Shroff as SSP Javed Abbas
- Nirmal Pandey as Krishan Kant Virmani (KKV)
- Dilip Joshi as Champak
- Rajendranath Zutshi as Sawant
- Akash Khurana as Commissioner of police
- Keith Stevenson as CBI chief
- Sahila Chadha as Bipasha
- Suresh Chatwal as Inspector Rajendra
- Madhur Mittal as Michael Abbas
- Fatima Sana Shaikh as Abbas' youngest daughter
- M. Rehman Naushad Ali as Broker
- Jack Gaud as Shetty
- Bharat Dabholkar as J. D.
Soundtrack
[edit]| One 2 Ka 4 | ||||
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| Released | 19 February 2001 | |||
| Recorded | Panchathan Record Inn | |||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
| Length | 41:29 | |||
| Label | Saregama (Rewind) | |||
| Producer | A. R. Rahman | |||
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A. R. Rahman composed the soundtrack of the film, and lyrics were written by Majrooh Sultanpuri and Mehboob.
| # | Song | Artist(s) | Lyrics | Length |
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| 1 | "Allay Allay" | Sukhwinder Singh and Shaan | Mehboob | 05:58 |
| 2 | "Haye Dil Ki Bazi Laga" | Alka Yagnik and Sonu Nigam | Mehboob | 04:29 |
| 3 | "I Am Sorry" | Udit Narayan, Srinivas and Poonam Bhatia | Majrooh Sultanpuri | 05:31 |
| 4 | "Khamoshiyan Gungunane Lagi (Part I)" | Lata Mangeshkar and Sonu Nigam | Majrooh Sultanpuri | 05:27 |
| 5 | "Khamoshiyan Gungunane Lagi (Part II)" | Lata Mangeshkar and Sonu Nigam | 05:20 | |
| 6 | "One Two Ka Four" | Clinton Cerejo | Majrooh Sultanpuri | 03:29 |
| 7 | "Osaka Muraiya" | Raageshwari and Sonu Nigam | 05:44 | |
| 8 | "Sona Nahin Na Sahi" | Alka Yagnik and Udit Narayan | 06:15 |
Reception
[edit]Critical response
[edit]Taran Adarsh of IndiaFM gave the film one out of five, writing, "On the whole, ONE 2 KA 4 is handicapped by a weak script, despite plus factors it has to its credit (SRK's presence, A.R. Rahman's music, vibrant action). The film has precious little to offer in terms of substance, which will curtail its prospects to a major extent. Disappointing!"[5]
Box office
[edit]The film grossed ₹11.20 crore (US$1.3 million) in India and $565,000 (₹2.62 crore) in other countries, for a worldwide total of ₹13.82 crore (US$1.6 million), against its ₹12 crore (US$1.4 million) budget. It had a worldwide opening weekend of ₹4.89 crore (US$580,000), and grossed ₹8.01 crore (US$950,000) in its first week.[2] It is the 21st-highest-grossing film of 2001 worldwide.[6]
India
[edit]It opened on Friday, 30 March 2001, across 260 screens, and earned ₹77 lakh (US$91,000) nett on its opening day. It grossed ₹2.14 crore (US$250,000) nett in its opening weekend, and had a first week of ₹3.71 crore (US$440,000) nett. The film earned a total of ₹6.63 crore (US$780,000) nett, and was declared "disaster" by Box Office India.[2] It is the 20th-highest-grossing film of 2001 in India.[7]
Overseas
[edit]It had an opening weekend of $275,000 (₹1.27 crore) and went on to gross $375,000 (₹1.74 crore) in its first week. The film earned a total of $565,000 (₹2.62 crore) at the end of its theatrical run.[2] Overseas, It is the 12th-highest-grossing film of 2001.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ "One 2 Ka 4 Budget". Box Office India. 22 July 2015. Archived from the original on 15 August 2015. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
- ^ a b c d "One 2 Ka 4 Box office". Box Office India. 22 July 2015. Archived from the original on 15 August 2015. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
- ^ "Movies: On the sets of One Two Ka Four". Rediff.com.
- ^ "Red Chillies Entertainments". www.redchillies.com. Archived from the original on 6 October 2016. Retrieved 30 September 2016.
- ^ Adarsh, Taran (30 March 2001). "One 2 Ka 4 Movie Review". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 21 January 2025.
- ^ "Top Worldwide Grossers 2001". Box Office India. 22 July 2015. Archived from the original on 1 November 2015. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
- ^ "Top India Total Nett Gross 2001". Box Office India. 22 July 2015. Archived from the original on 23 September 2015. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
- ^ "Top Overseas Gross 2001". Box Office India. 22 July 2015. Retrieved 22 July 2015.
External links
[edit]- One 2 Ka 4 at IMDb
One 2 Ka 4
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Development
The script for One 2 Ka 4 was developed by a team of writers, with Sanjay Chhel responsible for the dialogues, Raaj Kumar Dahima for the screenplay, and Manoj Lalwani for the story.[5] This collaborative effort formed the foundation for the film's narrative as an action thriller.[1] The film initially lacked a confirmed title; it was tentatively called Pagla in 1999 before being finalized as One 2 Ka 4 after delays.[6] Shashilal K. Nair was brought on as director, leveraging his prior experience in directing crime dramas such as Angaar (1992).[7] Nair oversaw the pre-production planning, focusing on the integration of high-stakes action sequences with dramatic elements.[4] The project was produced by Nazir Ahmed under the banner of Glamour Films, with an estimated budget of ₹12 crore to support its ambitious scope, including elaborate action set pieces and musical components.[2] Development commenced in the early 2000s, aligning with efforts to feature Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role to draw on his rising popularity from late-1990s blockbusters like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) and Dil To Pagal Hai (1997).[1] Key cast selections included Juhi Chawla and Jackie Shroff for pivotal supporting roles alongside Khan.[1]Casting
Shah Rukh Khan was cast as Arun Verma, the protagonist and a dedicated police officer, leveraging his established versatility in action-drama roles following his acclaimed performance in Baazigar (1993), where he demonstrated the ability to portray complex, intense characters.[5] Juhi Chawla took on the role of Geeta Choudhary, Arun's love interest and a nurturing figure, marking her return to prominent lead roles after her 1995 marriage to industrialist Jay Mehta, during which she had become more selective with projects; her pairing with Khan was highlighted for their proven on-screen chemistry from prior collaborations like Darr (1993) and Yes Boss (1997).[8][5][9] Jackie Shroff was selected for the role of Javed Abbas, Arun's slain partner and a widowed father, drawing on his iconic action-hero persona from 1980s and 1990s films such as Hero (1983) and Parinda (1989), which showcased his rugged masculinity and emotional range suitable for the character's paternal depth.[5] The antagonist Krishan Kant Virmani was portrayed by Nirmal Pandey, bringing intensity to the villainous drug lord based on his prior work in dramatic roles like Daava (1997).[5] Supporting the central narrative were child actors depicting the four orphans under Javed's care, including Baby Gazala as the youngest and Pooja Ruparel, with casting influenced by Shah Rukh Khan's emphasis on authentic family-oriented themes to enhance the film's emotional core; Khan, a father himself by 2001, reportedly advocated for young talents who could convey innocence amid the action elements.[10][5] Comedic relief was provided by Dilip Joshi in a supporting part as Champak, adding levity to the thriller's tension through his timing honed in prior television and films.[5] During production, Khan's professionalism shone through in rehearsals, where he assisted Chawla with lengthy dialogues in domestic scenes, reflecting the collaborative dynamic that eased her initial nervousness on set.[11] No major replacements or prolonged negotiations were reported, though the project's development timeline from 1999 ensured a stable ensemble aligned with director Shashilal K. Nair's vision for blending action with familial bonds.[6]Principal photography
Principal photography for One 2 Ka 4 commenced in mid-2000 and primarily took place in Mumbai studios and various outdoor locations across India, capturing the film's urban and action-oriented sequences.[12] The production later shifted to international locations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where key action sequences, including high-stakes cop chases, were filmed to leverage the city's dynamic urban backdrop.[13] During the Malaysian shoot in 2000, a press conference was organized featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla to highlight the collaboration and promote the project.[13] Cinematographer S. Kumar handled the visual capture, employing techniques suited to the thriller's blend of intense pursuits and emotional family moments, while stunt coordinator Mehmood Bakshi oversaw the choreography for demanding action set pieces like vehicle chases and hand-to-hand combats.[14] These sequences required precise coordination to integrate the film's cop drama elements with its heartfelt narrative. The shoot wrapped up in early 2001, allowing time for post-production integration of A.R. Rahman's score ahead of the March release.[15]Story and characters
Plot
One 2 Ka 4 follows Arun Verma, a dedicated police officer, and his partner Javed Abbas, who together form a special task force combating drug trafficking in Mumbai.[16][17] The narrative begins with their high-stakes operations, highlighting their strong bond and commitment to justice.[4] The inciting incident occurs when Javed is killed during a raid, leaving Arun devastated and determined to uncover the truth behind the death.[17][4] Arun then takes on the responsibility of adopting Javed's four young children, transforming his life from one of solitary duty to chaotic family guardianship.[1][18] As he balances this new role with his ongoing investigation, which reveals layers of police corruption and conspiracy, Arun encounters Geeta Choudhary, a spirited woman who assists in caring for the children and gradually forms a romantic connection with him.[4][17] The story unfolds in a three-act structure, interweaving intense action sequences and suspenseful pursuits with lighter family drama and comedic interludes involving the children's antics and Arun's adjustment to domestic life.[16][1] As the plot builds toward a climactic confrontation centered on themes of revenge and exposing corruption, Arun navigates personal growth alongside his quest for vengeance.[4] The film blends thriller elements with action, romance, and comedy to create a multifaceted narrative.[1][19]Cast
Shah Rukh Khan portrays Arun Verma, a grief-stricken police officer who becomes the guardian of his late partner's children after a tragic incident.[1] In 2001, Khan was at the peak of his career, starring in multiple high-profile films including the historical epic Asoka alongside this action thriller.[20] Juhi Chawla plays Geeta Choudhary, Arun's supportive love interest who aids in caring for the children. Around this period, Chawla began transitioning toward more family-oriented roles following the birth of her first child, marking a shift from her earlier romantic leads.[21] Jackie Shroff stars as Javed Abbas, Arun's loyal partner and a widowed father of four, embodying the film's emotional core before his character's early exit. Shroff, renowned for his action-hero persona in 1980s and 1990s blockbusters like Hero (1983) and Parinda (1989), brought his established legacy of intense, multifaceted performances to the role.[1][22] Nirmal Pandey serves as the antagonist Krishan Kant Virmani, a cunning villain driving the central conflict. Supporting roles include Dilip Joshi as Champak, providing comic relief amid the tension.[1] The four children of Javed Abbas are played by child actors, notably including Fatima Sana Shaikh in one of her early film appearances as a young girl.[23]| Actor | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shah Rukh Khan | Arun Verma | Lead; grief-stricken cop |
| Juhi Chawla | Geeta Choudhary | Lead; supportive love interest |
| Jackie Shroff | Javed Abbas | Lead; loyal partner and father |
| Nirmal Pandey | Krishan Kant Virmani | Antagonist |
| Dilip Joshi | Champak | Comic relief |
| Fatima Sana Shaikh | Javed's daughter | Child actor; early role |
| Baby Gazala | One of Javed's children | Child actor |
| Madhur Mittal | Michael (Javed's son) | Child actor; early role |
| Amar Pawaskar | One of Javed's children | Child actor |
| Sahila Chaddha | Bipasha | Supporting |
| Rajendranath Zutshi | Inspector Sawant | Supporting |
| Akash Khurana | Commissioner of Police | Supporting |
| Keith Stevenson | CBI Chief | Supporting |
| Suresh Chatwal | Inspector Rajendra | Supporting |
Music
Composition
A.R. Rahman was recruited as the composer for One 2 Ka 4, representing one of his early Bollywood projects in the 2000s following his acclaimed Tamil successes such as Roja (1992) and Bombay (1995).[25][26] The soundtrack was recorded at Rahman's Panchathan Record Inn studios in Chennai, with lyrics by Mehboob and Majrooh Sultanpuri, incorporating a fusion of Western and Indian musical elements to capture the film's action-romance atmosphere. This was Majrooh Sultanpuri's final film contribution, as he passed away in 2000 prior to the film's release.[27][28][29] Among the notable tracks, "Sona Nahi Na Sahi" serves as a romantic duet featuring lively rhythms, while "Hare Ram Hare Krishna" delivers an upbeat number with prominent folk influences and electronic beats, highlighting Rahman's signature experimental approach.[30][31] The background score emphasizes tense, pulsating cues to underscore investigation sequences and richly orchestrated emotional layers for family-oriented moments, enhancing the narrative's dramatic tension.[3] Rahman collaborated closely with prominent singers including Alka Yagnik, Sonu Nigam, and Udit Narayan to bring vocal depth to the compositions.[30][32]Track listing
The soundtrack album for One 2 Ka 4, composed by A.R. Rahman, was released in 2001 by Saregama and features 8 tracks with a total duration of 41 minutes.[30][33] The lyrics were written by Mehboob and Majrooh Sultanpuri.[34] Originally issued on cassette and CD, the album later became available in digital formats.[35]| No. | Title | Artist(s) | Length | Lyrics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Khamoshiyan Gungunane Lagi, Pt. 1" | Lata Mangeshkar, Sonu Nigam | 5:27 | Mehboob |
| 2 | "Sona Nahi Na Sahi" | Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan | 6:16 | Majrooh Sultanpuri |
| 3 | "I Am Sorry" | Udit Narayan, Srinivas, Poonam Bhatia | 5:06 | Majrooh Sultanpuri |
| 4 | "Hare Rama Hare Krishna" | A. R. Rahman, Febi Mani | 5:45 | Mehboob |
| 5 | "Osaka Muraiya" | A. R. Rahman, Sonu Nigam, Rageshwari | 4:30 | Majrooh Sultanpuri |
| 6 | "Allay Allay" | A. R. Rahman, Shaan, Sukhwinder Singh | 4:57 | Majrooh Sultanpuri |
| 7 | "Haye Haye" | A. R. Rahman, Udit Narayan, Kavita Krishnamurthy | 5:34 | Mehboob |
| 8 | "Khamoshiyan Gungunane Lagi, Pt. 2" | Lata Mangeshkar, Sonu Nigam | 5:27 | Majrooh Sultanpuri |