Thikana (1987) User Reviews

Good performances, complicated script

[Peter_Young · 6/10 · 13 August 2009]

When you notice a film involving names like Smita Patil, Rohini Hattangadi, Anil Kapoor, Amrita Singh and Mahesh Bhatt, you know you must see the film. And the actors don't disappoint, they are very good. But the film as a film is very difficult to understand. Mahesh Bhatt's direction is good, but the film suffers from poor cinematography and a very complicated and incoherent script. The film has some nice songs, and the acting is good. Anil Kapoor was very decent, though he sometimes tends to overact. The always-to-be-remembered Smita Patil, was marvelous as always. Even if she had wanted to, she couldn't have been less than g-r-e-a-t. Sadly enough, the film got released post her tragic death. Rohini is, again, as always - superb. Such a fantastic and natural actress. She portrays the sharp, peppered, witty and suffering mother very well. Amrita Singh supports well. Like most of Mahesh Bhatt's 1980s films, Thikana is realistic, quite urban and somewhat dark, but it does not work as much as his other films of the decade. Maybe it's a film that should be watched twice in order to be understood. But I just found myself surprisingly unimpressed at the end of the show.

Anil-Smita Bhai-Bahen chemistry

[jnswamy · 7/10 · 19 January 2019]

Thikana is underrated all round. It is one of those rare movies that explores the bhai-behen bond. And the Anil-Smita chemistry is more natural than filmy. The relationship unfolds through the scenes, where each is sensitive to consider the interest of the other and offer unconditional support. And both are flawed. Anil plays a lawyer who does not want to compromise on truth. But rather than do something constructive about it, he drowns his sorrows in the bottle. Smita, the voice of reason in the family, fails to see the other side of a sauve Suresh Oberoi despite a 7-year relationship. Rohini Hattangady as the mother is aggressively strong willed, determined that her way is the only way her children can be happy - a far cry from the rona-dhona mother figures of the time. Amrita Singh looks glamorous. The Mahesh Bhatt take on relationships are done with no judgment - and would fit in seamlessly with modern times. Smita is unapologetic about getting pregnant before marriage. Amrita is matter of fact in requesting Anil to spend a night with her. Performances are natural all round. Smita's sensitive sister act with her quivering voice stands out. The angry yet sensitive Anil is the perfect foil. A shoddy script and the long in the making hassles make the movie look jaded. Potential underutilized.

Awesome

[silvan-desouza · 7/10 · 19 March 2014]

Mahesh Bhatt made several great films in 1980s, THIKANA is one of them The film is also special because it has Smita Patil, sadly the film released after her death. The film has a good story and is another brilliant film by Bhatt. In this film our hero is a flawed hero just like KABZAA, NAAM.etc The film narrates a story of an alcoholic lawyer who fights only for the truth but sadly it doesn't give him money, there are more subplots involving a shady politician who kills his mistress and lot more. The film is unlike senseless films made in 1980s

There are several great dramatic scenes like scenes between Anil and Smita Patil and Rohini Hattangady. No diversions or cheap comedy in the film just pure focus on story and drama.

Direction by Mahesh Bhatt is amazing Music is decent

Anil Kapoor excels in his role and gives his best under guidance of Bhatt. Amrita Singh gets less scope and she is good, Smita Patil is amazing, sadly the film released after her death, also she was pregnant during the film and yet worked which Bhatt spoke about later.She worked with Bhatt earlier in ARTH and their chemistry is great Rohini Hattangady though same age as Anil does a good job, Suresh Oberoi is great, Anupam Kher is good in a cameo,Avtar Gill a regular of Bhatt gets less scope but is good rest are okay

Excellent plot and performances

[nikhilw · 9/10 · 8 February 2006]

This is one of my favorite Anil Kapoor movies and one in which he ones again proves why he is search a great actor. He really gets into the skin of his character and gives a performance of a lifetime. A must see for any Anil Kapoor fan... Also excellent performance by the great Smita Patil and good acting by Suresh Oberoi and others.

The film has a great combination of talent both with acting and film making. With Mahesh Bhatt at the helm and some of the best known Hindi actors and supporting cast. Mahesh Bhatt is easily one of the most brilliant directors in the drama genre in the Hindi film industry, a fact which he keeps proving with movies such as Arth, Daddy, Sadak, Zakhm, Najaayaz and so many more.

A 9/10.

One of the best noir movies ever made in the

[anilkfan · 9/10 · 13 March 2003]

Indian film industry. Mahesh Bhatt's direction is mind blowing and the script is one of the best I have seen! After every few reels, it gives you a twist that makes you start pondering!

Anil Kapoor, Anupam Kher, Suresh Oberoi, Rohini Hattangadi are all simply superb! Definitely in Mahesh Bhatt's top 3 movies!

BeesRupiye ki..... A gem lost in time..

[UltraUllu · 8/10 · 23 March 2022]

Mahesh Bhatt is an iconic creator. Considering the time of 80s, I would consider the subject and treatment of Thikana as superb.... I watched this movie when I was around 14 yrs old. One of the scene where Anil Kapoor confronts Suresh Oberoi blew my mind. That scene and Oberoi's reply remains inside me till today. It very well explains the reason for the state of corruption and power play in our society.

Watch this movie if you ever get a chance....

And now as a movie buff, when I started to think of best on Anil's scenes, here is my top 3 list (Thikana is one of them): 1) Amrish Puri and Anil Kapior in Viraasat. The scene were Amrish ji is requesting Anit to not go and get the train ticket cancelled. "Beta ek din hi ruk jao".... If I make the list of all of my fav bollywood scene, this will surely makes in top 10.

2) Anil kapoor and Jackie in Parinda: Anil confronts Jackie. " Uss samay main chota tha"... To be honest Jackie steels the limelight in the scene.

3) Anil Kapoor And Suresh Oberoi in nThikana. As I mentioned above.. Watch it to feel it.

Please like my review and lets try to get this good movie to more people.