Aakrosh
"Cry of the Wounded"
Originally released in 1980. Aakrosh is a drama film. directed by Govind Nihalani. With a runtime of 2h 24m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, and Amrish Puri
Synopsis
In the 1980s, a lawyer defends a tribal man who is under arrest for killing his own wife. As he proceeds with the case, he learns about the harsh life of scheduled tribes in India.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1980
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 24m
144 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (11 votes)
Language
Hindi
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Top Cast
Naseeruddin Shah
as Bhaskar Kulkarni
Om Puri
as Lahanya Bhiku
Amrish Puri
as Public Prosecutor Dushane
Smita Patil
as Nagi Bhiku
Mohan Agashe
as Bhonsle, Chairman, Zilla Parishad
Achyut Potdar
as More, forest contractor
Deepak Shirke
as ruffian
Reema Lagoo
as lavni dancer
Nana Palsikar
as Bhiku's father
Bhagyashree Kotnis
as Bhiku's sister
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HI
Production Companies
- National Film Development Corporation of India
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aakrosh about?
In the 1980s, a lawyer defends a tribal man who is under arrest for killing his own wife. As he proceeds with the case, he learns about the harsh life of scheduled tribes in India.
Who directed Aakrosh?
Aakrosh was directed by Govind Nihalani.
How long is Aakrosh?
Aakrosh has a runtime of 2 hours and 24 minutes (144 minutes total).
When was Aakrosh released?
Aakrosh was released on January 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Aakrosh?
The main cast of Aakrosh includes Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Amrish Puri, Smita Patil, Mohan Agashe.