Sinhasan (1979): Cast & Plot
Sinhasan is a 1979 drama directed by Jabbar Patel, starring Nilu Phule, Arun Sarnaik and Shreeram Lagoo.
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- Director
- Jabbar Patel
- Genre
- Drama
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Marathi - After the credits
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What Is Sinhasan About?
The premise of Sinhasan without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The film follows a fierce contest for the chief‑minister’s seat as the incumbent faces a rival from within his own party, with political intrigue unfolding behind the scenes through the eyes of a journalist. Directed by Jabbar Patel and drawn from Arun Sadhu’s novels Mumbai Dinank and Simhasan, this early Indian political drama features Arun Sarnaik, Shriram Lagoo and Nilu Phule.
Sinhasan Cast
Nilu Phule leads the cast, with Arun Sarnaik and Shreeram Lagoo. Directed by Jabbar Patel; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jabbar Patel
Also Starring in Sinhasan
· 9 moreSinhasan Plot Summary
What happens in Sinhasan from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Drought and hunger, power and prestige—the film places Maharashtra’s political arena under a bright, scrutinizing light, showing how easily the corridors of power bend when media attention, labor unrest, and business interests align. At the center is Digu Tipnis, a relentless journalist who uncovers a hidden web of telephone tapping, covert alliances between trade unions and politicians, and a pattern of corruption that links Mumbai’s booming entrepreneurial scene to the state’s ruling class. What begins as investigative curiosity quickly spirals into a high-stakes game where every phone call can tilt the balance of power.
Full summary
The whole story of Sinhasan, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Sinhasan?
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 relentless journalist who uncovers the web of corruption?
Sinhasan Also Known As
Also known as “The Throne”.
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- The Throne
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Sinhasan FAQ: Cast, Release Date & Director
Release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Sinhasan, each answered in a sentence.
When was Sinhasan released?
Sinhasan was released in 1979.
Who directed Sinhasan?
Sinhasan was directed by Jabbar Patel.
More films by Jabbar Patel Who is in the cast of Sinhasan?
Sinhasan stars Nilu Phule, Arun Sarnaik and Shreeram Lagoo, among 13 credited actors.
Does Sinhasan have a post-credit scene?
No. Sinhasan has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Sinhasan in?
The original language of Sinhasan is Marathi.
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