Ajooba 1991
Amitabh Bachchan dons the mask of a swashbuckling avenger in Ajooba (1991), a dazzling blend of action, adventure, and fantasy directed by Shashi Kapoor.
Director: Shashi Kapoor
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ajooba (1991) about?
Ajooba tells the tale of a royal prince who escapes assassination by a power-hungry vizier and returns years later as a masked vigilante to reclaim his kingdom. With sword in hand and vengeance on his mind, he battles the corrupt regime to restore justice to Baharistan.
Who directed Ajooba?
Shashi Kapoor directed Ajooba, bringing his signature flair for epic storytelling and visual grandeur to this fantasy adventure.
Who stars in Ajooba?
The film stars Bollywood legends Amitabh Bachchan, Dimple Kapadia, Rishi Kapoor, and Shammi Kapoor, supported by Bakhtawar Murad Khan and Ariadna Shengelaia.
Is Ajooba (1991) worth watching?
Ajooba delivers a thrilling mix of action and fantasy, anchored by Amitabh Bachchan's commanding presence and Shashi Kapoor's direction. Fans of classic Bollywood adventures will appreciate its vibrant sets, dynamic fights, and mythic undertones.
How long is Ajooba?
Ajooba runs for 178 minutes, offering plenty of time for adventure, drama, and epic confrontations.
About Ajooba (1991) — The Prince's Revenge in a Dazzling Fantasy Adventure
Amitabh Bachchan dons the mask of a swashbuckling avenger in Ajooba (1991), a dazzling blend of action, adventure, and fantasy directed by Shashi Kapoor. The film follows a prince stripped of his throne by a treacherous usurper, who returns as a mysterious vigilante to reclaim his kingdom and punish the tyrant. With Dimple Kapadia as the fiery princess caught in the crossfire and Rishi Kapoor adding charm as the prince's loyal ally, the story unfolds against vibrant Indian palaces and lush landscapes, weaving themes of justice, vengeance, and the struggle between good and evil.
Shammi Kapoor lends gravitas to the villain's court, while Bakhtawar Murad Khan and Ariadna Shengelaia round out a cast steeped in Bollywood's golden era. The result is a lavish, larger-than-life spectacle where sword fights meet mythic spectacle, and every frame pulses with the energy of a classic adventure yarn.