Shahenshah
Originally released in 1988. Shahenshah is a action film. directed by Tinnu Anand. With a runtime of 3h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Meenakshi Sheshadri, and Aruna Irani
Synopsis
Inspector Srivastav is framed by a wily and cunning gangster, J.K., and unable to prove his innocence, hangs himself, leaving behind his wife, and son, Vijay. Years later, Vijay has grown up and has joined the police force as an Inspector. Unlike his dad, he is corrupt and does accept bribes to turn a nelson's eye to crime. The City Police are assigned the task of apprehending a customed man called "Shahenshah", who operates at night and targets, tries and kills gangsters in a "Judge and Executioner "style. No one knows the real identity of Shahenshah, as he is feared by the police department, and respected by the poor and middle-class.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 29, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
3h 0m
180 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (26 votes)
Language
Hindi
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Top Cast
Amitabh Bachchan
as Vijay Kumar Srivastava / Shahenshah
Meenakshi Sheshadri
as Shalu
Aruna Irani
as Julie (Shalu's mother)
Rohini Hattangadi
as Shanti (Vijay's mother)
Supriya Pathak
as Shahida
Jagdeep
as Tarachand Badlani
Vijayendra Ghatge
as Mohammed Salim (Guest Appearance)
Avtar Gill
as Corrupt Police Officer
Sudhir
as J.K's man
Bandini Mishra
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HI
Production Companies
- Vision Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shahenshah about?
Inspector Srivastav is framed by a wily and cunning gangster, J.K., and unable to prove his innocence, hangs himself, leaving behind his wife, and son, Vijay. Years later, Vijay has grown up and ha...
Who directed Shahenshah?
Shahenshah was directed by Tinnu Anand.
How long is Shahenshah?
Shahenshah has a runtime of 3 hours and 0 minutes (180 minutes total).
When was Shahenshah released?
Shahenshah was released on January 29, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shahenshah?
The main cast of Shahenshah includes Amitabh Bachchan, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Aruna Irani, Rohini Hattangadi, Supriya Pathak.