Cast
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Sunil Dutt
as Maharaja Bhawani Singh (Mirtagarh)
Dharmendra
as Maharaja Pritvi Singh (Surjangarh)
Vinod Khanna
as Raja Jaswant Singh (Mirtagarh)
Sunny Deol
as Vinay Pratap Singh (Surjangarh)
Sanjay Dutt
as Vikram Singh (Mirtagarh)
Meenakshi Sheshadri
as Madhu (Jaswant's love interest)
Raveena Tandon
as Neelima (Raja Jaswant's daughter) (Mirtagarh)
Divya Bharti
as Tanvi Singh (Ganga Singh's daughter)
Rakhee Gulzar
as Maheshwari Devi (Maharaja Bhawani's wife)
Sumalatha
as Suman, Maharaja Pritvi Singh's wife (Surjangarh)
Kabir Bedi
as Thakur Ganga Singh
Prem Chopra
as Ajay Singh (Maharaja Bhawani Singh's minister)
Puneet Issar
as Shakti Singh (Ajay Singh's son)
Nafisa Ali
as Raja Jaswant's wife (Mirtagarh)
Vijayendra Ghatge
as Surjangarh's diwan
Crew
Director
- J. P. Dutta
Writer
- O. P. Dutta
- J. P. Dutta
Producer
- Sunder Das Sonkiya
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Kshatriya represents a fascinating example of cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director J. P. Dutta brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1993, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Kshatriya took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 180 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 239 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1993, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Kshatriya shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Melody of Love, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Kshatriya offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Shaadi Ke Side Effects and Gulaab Gang explore similar territory, Kshatriya stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: March 26, 1993
- Runtime: 3h
