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1920: Evil Returns (2012): Cast & Plot

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1920: Evil Returns is a 2012 romantic thriller directed by Bhushan Patel, starring Aftab Shivdasani as Jaidev Verma, Tia Bajpai and Vidya Malvade. It runs 2 hours 10 minutes.

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1920: Evil Returns (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 10m (130 min)
Director
Bhushan Patel
Genres
Thriller , Romance , Horror
Original language
Hindi
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The story

What Is 1920: Evil Returns About?

The premise of 1920: Evil Returns without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A celebrated poet's life takes a dark turn when he encounters a troubled woman. He brings her to a large hospital in Shimla for treatment, but she soon becomes possessed by a malevolent entity, spiraling out of control. As the poet tries to save her, questions arise about their connection and the origins of the demonic force. What compels him to risk everything, and what is the true nature of the devil's influence?

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Cast & crew

1920: Evil Returns Cast & Characters

Aftab Shivdasani leads the cast as Jaidev Verma, with Tia Bajpai as Smruti and Vidya Malvade as Karuna. Directed by Bhushan Patel; 7 actors are credited in all.

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More from Bhushan Patel

More films directed by Bhushan Patel: Amavas, Alone and Ragini MMS 2.

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Plot

1920: Evil Returns Plot Summary

What happens in 1920: Evil Returns from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 1920, Jaidev Verma Aftab Shivdasani, a famous poet, lives as a solitary figure because he cannot reach the love of his life, Smriti Tia Bajpai. Their bond begins through a heartfelt exchange of letters, and what starts as poetic correspondence soon blooms into a quiet, enduring affection. When a letter arrives revealing that Smriti has died in an accident, Jaidev’s world tilts, and his sister Karuna Vidya Malvade becomes the steady, living presence that tries to keep him grounded.

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1920: Evil Returns Trailers & Videos

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How Well Do You Know 1920: Evil Returns?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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1920: Evil Returns Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “1920 Зло возвращается” and “1920:邪灵重现”.

Also known as
  • 1920 Зло возвращается
  • 1920:邪灵重现

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1920: Evil Returns FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of 1920: Evil Returns, each answered in a sentence.

How long is 1920: Evil Returns?

1920: Evil Returns runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).

When was 1920: Evil Returns released?

1920: Evil Returns was released on November 2, 2012.

Who directed 1920: Evil Returns?

1920: Evil Returns was directed by Bhushan Patel.

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Who is in the cast of 1920: Evil Returns?

1920: Evil Returns stars Aftab Shivdasani as Jaidev Verma, Tia Bajpai as Smruti and Vidya Malvade as Karuna, among 7 credited actors.

Does 1920: Evil Returns have a post-credit scene?

No. 1920: Evil Returns has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is 1920: Evil Returns in?

The original language of 1920: Evil Returns is Hindi.

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