Jackie Shroff Remembers Ram Shastra on Its 31st Anniversary
Actor Jackie Shroff reminisces about his film Ram Shastra as it celebrates 31 years since its release.
Mumbai, November 10 (Daily Kiran) : Jackie Shroff recently took to social media to commemorate the 31st anniversary of his action film “Ram Shastra.” The film, which debuted over three decades ago, holds a special place in his heart.
On Instagram, Shroff shared clips from the movie with a heartfelt message celebrating its milestone. Directed by Sanjay Gupta, “Ram Shastra” features a strong cast including Manisha Koirala, Aditya Pancholi, Anupam Kher, Dipti Bhatnagar, Mukesh Rishi, Johnny Lever, and Dara Singh.
The film draws inspiration from the Hollywood classic “Hard to Kill,” released in 1990. It follows the story of Ram Sinha, portrayed by Shroff, a jobless young man who saves a police commissioner from a notorious criminal don named Dhonga, played by Anupam Kher and Mukesh Rishi. This act of bravery earns Ram a position as an inspector in the police force.
However, after the death of Dhonga’s younger brother during the incident, Dhonga vows revenge before serving a five-year prison sentence. Upon his return, he unleashes terror on Ram and his family, ultimately framing Ram with false corruption charges that lead to his imprisonment. In a quest for justice and vengeance, Ram transforms into the vigilante “Ram Shastra.”
Despite its engaging storyline and Shroff’s action sequences, the film struggled to attract audiences and underperformed at the box office. Nevertheless, its soundtrack, featuring popular tracks like “Tujhe Manga Tha, Tujhe Paya Hai” and “Tera Chehra Na Dekhun Agar,” found success among fans.
As Jackie Shroff reflects on this iconic film, he reminds us of the enduring impact of “Ram Shastra” in Indian cinema.
