Khauff

About the film

Khauff (translation: Fear) is a 2000 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Sanjay Gupta, starring Sanjay Dutt and Manisha Koirala. It was an unofficial remake of the American film The Juror. It was released on 3 March 2000.

Plot

Neha witnesses the Mafia slaying of a police officer and is forced to give a confession to the police, putting her life in danger. Meanwhile, Neha falls in love with Vicky, aka Babu. However, she realizes Vicky is not really who he is and is actually an assassin, hired to prevent her from testifying against the culprits. Then begins her uncertain life. In the end, Babu kills all the culprits. Neha kills Babu. Before dying, Babu realises his mistake and says that he has done a good job, thus ending the fearful life which made her life a hell.

Production

The film started production in 1997 but, due to various delays, was completed and released in 2000.

Music

All tracks were given by Anu Malik and one song from duo Sajid–Wajid for "Raja Ki Qaid Mein". The song "Kehte Hain Jo Log Ishq Walon Ko Samjhaaye (Jo Dil Rakhta Hai Wo Mauj)" was included in the film at a later stage. However, its sound track and further details are not available.

Reception

Aparajita Saha of Rediff.com wrote, "In spite of the cliches, there are a few interesting twists and turns that save the film from being utterly predictable, though eventually, the storyline does succumb to the usual love triumphing over evil. There are times you find your way to the edge of the seat, only to comfortably settle back again."

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