Pukar (2000): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Pukar is a 2000 drama thriller directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, starring Anil Kapoor as Major Jaidev Rajvansh, Yashpal Sharma and Madhuri Dixit. It runs 2 hours 45 minutes and earned $314,701 worldwide. Rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 45m (165 min)
- Director
- Rajkumar Santoshi
- Original language
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Hindi - Studio
- S K Film Enterprises
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Pukar About?
The premise of Pukar without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Major Jaidev saves a politician from the clutches of a dreaded terrorist. However, the terrorist joins hands with his childhood friend Anjali to ruin his life.
Where to Watch Pukar
Rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Pukar Cast & Characters
Anil Kapoor leads the cast as Major Jaidev Rajvansh, with Yashpal Sharma as Major Katar Singh and Madhuri Dixit as Anjali. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Rajkumar Santoshi
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Anil Kapoor as Major Jaidev Rajvansh - Yashpal Sharma as Major Katar Singh
- Madhuri Dixit as Anjali
- Danny Denzongpa as Abhrush
Also Starring in Pukar
· 16 more- Govind Namdeo Mr. Mishra
- Farida Jalal Gayetri Rajvansh
- Om Puri Colonel Hussein
- Rohini Hattangadi Mrs. Mallapa
- Namrata Shirodkar Pooja Mallapa
- Aanjjan Srivastav Tiwari
- Kulbhushan Kharbanda Major General
- Prabhu Deva as Himself in song, "Kay Sera Sera"
- Lata Mangeshkar as Herself in song, "Ek Tu Hi Bharosa"
- Mukesh Rishi Bakshi
- Viju Khote Dayanand Awasthi
- Girish Karnad Mr. Rajvansh
- Shivaji Satham Lt Col. Rana
- Neeraj Vora
- Sudhir Joshi Anjali's Father
- K.D. Chandran
Pukar Plot Summary
What happens in Pukar from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
On a snow-clad mountain, a group of armed terrorists led by Abhrush, Danny Denzongpa, is cornered by the Indian army as every entry and exit is sealed to prevent any escape. The siege tightens while the guardians inside the fortress try to keep the situation under control, and the tension widens when Minister Mishra, Govind Namdeo, arrives with a desire to enter the temple for prayer. Initially refused entry because of the imminent danger, Mishra’s high political standing eventually earns him a pass, and he is escorted inside. Yet danger follows close behind: Abhrush’s men kidnap Mishra and demand safe passage to Pakistan, turning a religious visit into a bargaining chip in a larger game of risk and loyalty.
Full summary
The whole story of Pukar, scene by scene
Pukar Box Office
Pukar grossed $314,701 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$314.7K
- US & Canada
- $314.7K
How Well Do You Know Pukar?
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 portrays Major Jaidev "Jai" Rajvansh, the leader of the Para Special Forces?
Pukar Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Pukar – Verrat aus Liebe” and “Призыв”.
- Also known as
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- Pukar – Verrat aus Liebe
- Призыв
- Aramak / Pukar
Seen Pukar?
Pukar FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Pukar, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Pukar?
Pukar runs 2 hours 45 minutes (165 minutes).
When was Pukar released?
Pukar was released on February 4, 2000.
Who directed Pukar?
Pukar was directed by Rajkumar Santoshi.
More films by Rajkumar Santoshi Who is in the cast of Pukar?
Pukar stars Anil Kapoor as Major Jaidev Rajvansh, Yashpal Sharma as Major Katar Singh and Madhuri Dixit as Anjali, among 20 credited actors.
Where can I watch Pukar?
In the US, Pukar is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Pukar make at the box office?
Pukar grossed $314,701 worldwide.
Does Pukar have a post-credit scene?
No. Pukar has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Pukar in?
The original language of Pukar is Hindi.
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