Kaalia (1981): Cast & Plot
Kaalia is a 1981 crime action film directed by Tinnu Anand, starring Amitabh Bachchan as Kallia, Asha Parekh and Pran Sikand. It runs 2 hours 55 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 55m (175 min)
- Director
- Tinnu Anand
- Original language
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Hindi - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kaalia About?
The premise of Kaalia without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Once a simple man named Kallu, he lives in a cramped chawl with his brother Shyamlal, sister‑in‑law Bhabhi, and niece Munni. When ruthless businessman Shahani Seth destroys his family's happiness, Kallu is killed and reborn as the vengeful Kaalia. Obsessed with wealth and revenge, he faces Shahani and clashes with Inspector Raghubir Singh, sparking a brutal fight inside and outside prison.
Kaalia Themes & Keywords
· 28 tags- character name as title
- one word title
- rear view
- cracking an egg over someone's head
- chased by a dog
- mission
- accident
- prison
- slacker
- prison warden
- crooked businessman
- attempted robbery
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- death of brother
- gangster
- brother brother relationship
- brother in law sister in law relationship
- prisoner
- prison fight
- queue
- irresponsibility
- factory accident
- labor leader
- factory owner
- labor strike
- industrialist
- factory
- necklace
- famous line
Kaalia Cast & Characters
Amitabh Bachchan leads the cast as Kallia, with Asha Parekh as Shanti and Pran Sikand as Raghuveer Singh - Jailer. Directed by Tinnu Anand; 12 actors are credited in all.
- Director Tinnu Anand
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Amitabh Bachchan as Kallia - Asha Parekh as Shanti
- Pran Sikand as Raghuveer Singh - Jailer
- Amjad Khan as Shani Seeth
Also Starring in Kaalia
· 8 more- Parveen Babi Shalni
- Kader Khan Kaalia's Elder Brother
- Raza Murad
- Sudhir
- K.N. Singh
- Bob Christo
- Murad
- Sajjan Lal Purohit
More from Tinnu Anand
More films directed by Tinnu Anand: Major Saab, Main Azaad Hoon and Shahenshah.
Kaalia Plot Summary
What happens in Kaalia from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Kallu Amitabh Bachchan lives with his older brother Shamu, sister-in-law Asha Parekh Shanti, and their little daughter Munni. He is bright and quick-witted, but he spends his days idly playing with the neighbour’s kids, preferring small, simple pleasures over steady work. When Shamu is badly injured at the mill and loses his arms, the family’s world begins to tilt. Shamu’s injury costs him his job, and the family desperately needs money for treatment and recovery.
Full summary
The whole story of Kaalia, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Kaalia?
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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What is the name of the protagonist before he becomes Kaalia?
Kaalia Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “קאליה” and “Калія”.
- Also known as
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- קאליה
- Калія
- Калия
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Kaalia FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Kaalia, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kaalia?
Kaalia runs 2 hours 55 minutes (175 minutes).
When was Kaalia released?
Kaalia was released on December 25, 1981.
Who directed Kaalia?
Kaalia was directed by Tinnu Anand.
More films by Tinnu Anand Who is in the cast of Kaalia?
Kaalia stars Amitabh Bachchan as Kallia, Asha Parekh as Shanti and Pran Sikand as Raghuveer Singh - Jailer, among 12 credited actors.
Does Kaalia have a post-credit scene?
No. Kaalia has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Kaalia in?
The original language of Kaalia is Hindi.
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