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Zor (1998): Cast & Plot

Zor (1998) movie poster

Zor is a 1998 drama thriller directed by Sangeeth Sivan, starring Anupam Kher, Sunny Deol and Sushmita Sen. It runs 2 hours 5 minutes.

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Zor (1998) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 5m (125 min)
Director
Sangeeth Sivan
Genres
Drama , Action , Thriller
Original language
Hindi
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Zor About?

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

Arjun Singh, a committed police officer, battles corruption and terrorism with unwavering resolve, but repeatedly hits roadblocks erected by his own superiors and influential politicians who shield the very criminals he pursues, leaving his heroic efforts seemingly futile.

Zor Themes & Keywords

· 47 tags
  • friendship
  • father son relationship
  • terrorism
  • terrorist
  • conspiracy
  • frame up
  • tough guy
  • best friend
  • muslim
  • friendship between men
  • testimony
  • hindu
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  • interfaith friendship
  • kashmir
  • reporter
  • traitor
  • arrest
  • hero
  • trial
  • court
  • title spoken by character
  • politician
  • anger
  • attempted murder
  • police commissioner
  • threat
  • intimidation
  • engagement
  • loss of family
  • brother sister relationship
  • argument
  • helicopter
  • manhole
  • religious leader
  • manhole cover
  • godman
  • grandmother grandson relationship
  • justice
  • police
  • journalist
  • head wound
  • bomb
  • exploding car
  • theft
  • hidden microphone
  • rival
  • one word title
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Cast & crew

Zor Cast

Anupam Kher leads the cast, with Sunny Deol and Sushmita Sen. Directed by Sangeeth Sivan; 5 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Zor

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From the director

More from Sangeeth Sivan

More films directed by Sangeeth Sivan, best-rated first: Kapkapiii, Click, Ek: The Power of One and Apna Sapna Money Money.

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Plot

Zor Plot Summary

What happens in Zor 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

Arjun, a photojournalist Sunny Deol, is the cherished son of Police Commissioner Uday Singh Anupam Kher. He shares a warm, everyday life with his parents, a younger sister, and his grandmother, enjoying a sense of normalcy that feels earned after years of hard work and balance between duty and family. The story pivots when he meets Aarti, a low-profile reporter in a small daily who dreams of making a name for herself in the world of journalism. Aarti, portrayed by Sushmita Sen, is clever, ambitious, and driven by the desire to uncover truth rather than chase headlines. The connection between Arjun and Aarti grows quickly as they discover a shared passion for justice and a reluctance to back down in the face of powerful interests.

Full summary

The whole story of Zor, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Zor?

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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Which actor portrays Arjun, the photojournalist?

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FAQ

Zor FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Zor, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Zor?

Zor runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

When was Zor released?

Zor was released on February 13, 1998.

Who directed Zor?

Zor was directed by Sangeeth Sivan.

More films by Sangeeth Sivan

Who is in the cast of Zor?

Zor stars Anupam Kher, Sunny Deol and Sushmita Sen, among 5 credited actors.

Does Zor have a post-credit scene?

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

What language is Zor in?

The original language of Zor is Hindi.

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