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Sawaal (1982)
Sawaal (1982)
Overview
Seth Dhanpath Rai (Sanjeev Kumar) is the country's most powerful smuggler who is surrounded by his fortress of power and money. Then one fine day, his daughter Sonia (Poonam Dhillon) falls in love with Ravi Malhotra (Shashi Kapoor), a police officer and wants to marry him. Dhanpath Rai very soon realizes that his son Vicky (Randhir Kapoor) has also taken a path that goes against the one he travels. Vicky has been engaged with a pretty but poor girl (Swaroop Sampat). Now the question begins to haunt Seth Dhanpat rai - "What is more important? His children's happiness or what he is, i.e. power and money.". Dhanpath Rai's question is answered soon. At the end Seth Dhanpath Rai finds true wealth in his life.
Starring Cast
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Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Hinduism: Positive
Viewer Rating
6.0
Overview
Seth Dhanpath Rai (Sanjeev Kumar) is the country's most powerful smuggler who is surrounded by his fortress of power and money. Then one fine day, his daughter Sonia (Poonam Dhillon) falls in love with Ravi Malhotra (Shashi Kapoor), a police officer and wants to marry him. Dhanpath Rai very soon realizes that his son Vicky (Randhir Kapoor) has also taken a path that goes against the one he travels. Vicky has been engaged with a pretty but poor girl (Swaroop Sampat). Now the question begins to haunt Seth Dhanpat rai - "What is more important? His children's happiness or what he is, i.e. power and money.". Dhanpath Rai's question is answered soon. At the end Seth Dhanpath Rai finds true wealth in his life.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central conflict critiques the misuse of power and wealth by an individual, but its solution emphasizes individual moral courage and redemption rather than systemic change. This focus on universal moral principles within existing structures leads to a neutral rating.
The movie features a cast that, while diverse from a global perspective, does not engage in explicit race or gender swaps of traditionally white roles. Its narrative is assessed as not explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering strong DEI themes.
Secondary
The film portrays Hinduism primarily as a cultural and moral framework, with characters often engaging in traditional practices or drawing strength from spiritual beliefs. The narrative generally affirms these values, presenting them as integral to family life and ethical conduct without critique of the faith itself. Any challenges presented are typically to individual adherence or social customs rather than the core tenets of the religion.
The film 'Sawaal' (1982) does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative focuses on family drama and societal issues without engaging with queer identity or experiences.
Based on available plot summaries and character information, the film 'Sawaal (1982)' does not appear to feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate regarding transsexual identity.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Sawaal (1982) is an original Hindi film. There is no evidence of it being an adaptation of prior source material, a reboot of established characters, or a biopic of historical figures. Therefore, its characters are considered new and original to this film, precluding any gender swaps.
Sawaal (1982) is an original Indian film. Its characters were created for this specific production, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical racial establishment from which to deviate. Therefore, no race swaps occurred.
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