Dulhe Raja (1998): Cast & Plot
Dulhe Raja is a 1998 romantic comedy directed by Harmesh Malhotra, starring Govinda as Raja, Kader Khan and Mohnish Behl. It runs 2 hours 35 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 35m (155 min)
- Director
- Harmesh Malhotra
- Original language
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Hindi - Studio
- Eastern Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dulhe Raja About?
The premise of Dulhe Raja without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Raja, a poor entrepreneur, opens a fast‑food stall opposite the upscale Singhania hotel, angering its owner. Singhania tries to shut him down, but Raja’s determination wins him sudden wealth. He asks for Singhania’s daughter Kiran’s hand; the reluctant father agrees, only for Kiran to elope with Rahul, sparking further conflict.
Dulhe Raja Cast & Characters
Govinda leads the cast as Raja, with Kader Khan as K.K. Singhania and Mohnish Behl as Rahul Sinha. Directed by Harmesh Malhotra; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Director Harmesh Malhotra
- Govinda as Raja
- Kader Khan as K.K. Singhania
- Mohnish Behl as Rahul Sinha
- Raveena Tandon as Kiran Singhania
Also Starring in Dulhe Raja
· 1 more- Prem Chopra Bishambar Nath
More from Harmesh Malhotra
More films directed by Harmesh Malhotra: Khullam Khulla Pyaar Karen, Akhiyon Se Goli Maare, Kismat and Heer Ranjha.
Dulhe Raja Plot Summary
What happens in Dulhe Raja from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
K. K. Singhania, a shrewd business tycoon, buys the Maharaja International hotel from P. K. Diwani. Soon he discovers a dhaba inside the hotel complex, run by a petty man named Raja, which gnaws at the hotel’s profits. Every ploy to dislodge the dhaba ends up backfiring, lending the situation a comic edge and setting the tone for the tangle of schemes that follow.
Singhania’s daughter, Kiran Singhania, is in love with Rahul, a man who is secretly being financed by a conspirator, Bishambar Nath. At the same time, Raja’s interest in Kiran grows, and he proclaims his affection before Singhania, who swiftly rejects him.
Full summary
The whole story of Dulhe Raja, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Dulhe Raja?
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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Who is the business tycoon who buys the Maharaja International hotel?
Dulhe Raja Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Раджа жених” and “Raja ve Nişanlısı / Damat Adayi Raja / Dulhe Raja”.
- Also known as
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- Раджа жених
- Raja ve Nişanlısı / Damat Adayi Raja / Dulhe Raja
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Dulhe Raja FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Dulhe Raja, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dulhe Raja?
Dulhe Raja runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).
When was Dulhe Raja released?
Dulhe Raja was released on July 10, 1998.
Who directed Dulhe Raja?
Dulhe Raja was directed by Harmesh Malhotra.
More films by Harmesh Malhotra Who is in the cast of Dulhe Raja?
Dulhe Raja stars Govinda as Raja, Kader Khan as K.K. Singhania and Mohnish Behl as Rahul Sinha, among 5 credited actors.
Does Dulhe Raja have a post-credit scene?
No. Dulhe Raja has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Dulhe Raja in?
The original language of Dulhe Raja is Hindi.
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