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Swasthik (1998): Cast & Plot

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Swasthik is a 1998 film directed by Upendra, starring Raghavendra Rajkumar.

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Swasthik (1998) movie poster
Released
Director
Upendra
Original language
Kannada
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The story

What Is Swasthik About?

The premise of Swasthik without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

An Indian police informant, brought up by a family of Pakistani descent, must navigate his covert role while grappling with the looming truth that his own parents are terrorists. The film follows his conflicted loyalties and the tense unraveling of hidden identities.

Swasthik Themes & Keywords

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  • soldier
  • couple
  • man
  • son
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Cast & crew

Swasthik Cast

Raghavendra Rajkumar stars in Swasthik. Directed by Upendra.

From the director

More from Upendra

More films directed by Upendra: Omkaram, Operation Antha, Om and Tarle Nan Maga.

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Plot

Swasthik Plot Summary

What happens in Swasthik from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, a woman photographer races from a brutal terror attack and reaches an Indian Army camp, where she shows soldiers photos of the man leading the assault. The scene then shifts to Bangalore, where the militant arrives in Hindu attire and is confronted by his Muslim parents. A devastating confrontation follows, and he is taken to a hospital for treatment while his parents are arrested and jailed.

Full summary

The whole story of Swasthik, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Swasthik?

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 profession of the woman who first appears in Baramulla?

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Swasthik FAQ: Cast, Release Date & Director

Release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Swasthik, each answered in a sentence.

When was Swasthik released?

Swasthik was released on October 3, 1998.

Who directed Swasthik?

Swasthik was directed by Upendra.

More films by Upendra

Who is in the cast of Swasthik?

Swasthik stars Raghavendra Rajkumar.

Does Swasthik have a post-credit scene?

No. Swasthik has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Swasthik in?

The original language of Swasthik is Kannada.

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