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Phir Wohi Raat

  • 1980
  • Not Rated
  • 2h 26m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
134
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Rajesh Khanna and Danny Denzongpa in Phir Wohi Raat (1980)
CrimeHorrorMystery

A woman keeps having nightmares about a woman trying to kill her and a psychiatrist tries to help her.A woman keeps having nightmares about a woman trying to kill her and a psychiatrist tries to help her.A woman keeps having nightmares about a woman trying to kill her and a psychiatrist tries to help her.

  • Director
    • Danny Denzongpa
  • Stars
    • Rajesh Khanna
    • Kim
    • Aruna Irani
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.7/10
    134
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Danny Denzongpa
    • Stars
      • Rajesh Khanna
      • Kim
      • Aruna Irani
    • 5User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Rajesh Khanna
    Rajesh Khanna
    • Dr. Vijay - a psychiatrist
    Kim
    Kim
    • Asha
    Aruna Irani
    Aruna Irani
    • Shobha
    Tamanna
    • Gouri
    Shashikala Jawalkar
    Shashikala Jawalkar
    • Insane aunty
    • (as Shashikala)
    Danny Denzongpa
    Danny Denzongpa
    • Ashok
    A.K. Hangal
    A.K. Hangal
    • Vishwanath
    Suresh Oberoi
    Suresh Oberoi
    • Inspector Sharma
    Lalita Pawar
    Lalita Pawar
    • Hostel warden
    Om Shivpuri
    Om Shivpuri
    • Dr. Desai
    Shobha Khote
    Shobha Khote
    • Shobha's sister
    Jagdeep
    Jagdeep
    • Krupachand Reswani
    Mukri
    Mukri
    • Drunk
    Bhagwan Palav
    Bhagwan Palav
    • Gendamal
    • (as Bhagwan)
    Mohan Choti
    Mohan Choti
    • Krupachand's friend
    Birbal
    Birbal
    Madhu Malhotra
    Madhu Malhotra
    • Ghost
    Shashi Kiran
    Shashi Kiran
    • Director
      • Danny Denzongpa
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    10shrik_music

    Phir Wohi Raat Superhit Movie of SUPERSTAR RAJESH KHANNA

    This is a super-hit movie of horror genre with Superstar Rajesh Khanna in the lead.The song Sang mere nikle and other songs of the film became a big hit.Danny had once sang a Nepali folk song which when telecast in TV, R D Burman had heard casually and remembered this tune so that he could use it in Danny's own production and based on that tune he made beginning tune of Sang mere.This film is rarely telecast in TV channels.Rajesh Khanna's movies were not doing well between 1976-79 with 12 movies flopping of which 4 were classics and had only 3 super-hits during the period.He bounced back with box office hits Amardeep,Aanchal,Kudrat,Dard,Thodisi Bewafaii and unsuccessful Redrose.Phir Wohi Raat is a super-hit film which came after he regained his box office rating after which he had a good phase till 1991 as a main lead hero.
    10shujaatalichand

    Rajesh Khanna Shines in a Versatile Role in Phir Wohi Raat

    Phir Wohi Raat, directed by Danny Denzongpa, is a gripping horror-thriller that keeps you hooked with its suspenseful storyline, eerie atmosphere, and standout performances. However, the movie's true strength lies in the stellar acting of Superstar Rajesh Khanna.

    Rajesh Khanna, known for his romantic roles and intense emotional portrayals, showcases his incredible versatility in this film. His transition from a sensitive psychiatrist to a man driven to protect those around him is seamless. What truly stands out is how perfectly he fits into the action sequences, proving that he could master not just emotional roles but also physical, intense scenes with equal finesse. His screen presence is commanding, making you believe in the fear and danger that surrounds him.

    In Phir Wohi Raat, Khanna demonstrates why he remains one of Bollywood's most revered actors, effortlessly balancing romance, thrill, and action in a single performance.
    10ufaiq666

    A Haunting Film Indeed!

    Danny Dengzopa's directorial debut featuring the superstar Rajesh Khanna and Kim (whom he later married). This film is one of the best Hindi horror films. Apparently it has no haunted faces and fictitious haunted stuff but it provides an edge-of-the-seat entertainment to its viewers.

    The protagonist has been haunted by her aunt who killed her mother and was sent to mental asylum. Rajesh Khanna is a psychologist who treats her and eventually falls in love with her. I will not speak a word after this about its story. It is a must see for people whose favorite genre in movies is horror. It has an enthralling suspense and will make you more and more engrossed as the story will progress.

    Commenting on the technical points of the movie, it has no flaws. The director, cinematographer and art director has done complete justice to their work. Music by R.D. Burman is enchanting. Lata Mangeshkar's haunting melodies have made the songs memorable. Majrooh Sultanpuri's lyrics were fine.

    I would rate it as 9.8/10 because it has the ability to entertain young as well as middle-aged viewers in terms of horror story.
    1shovon-1

    a very mediocre movie

    a very mediocre movie. starts in a promising manner but somewhere from the middle or a little before that, it degenerates and fizzes off and finally ends up in a typical bollywood crass. Some comments here on this site are advocating that the suspense is held right to the end, hogwash, the whole movie blurts itself out near it's middle duration and everyone gets to see and know who is the culprit and why. Th other half of the movie is just sitting it out for the sake of sitting.The acting is okay ,comedy from jagdeep may reward a few light moments, but other than that there's little that can be harped about in this one. sorry, I label this one a 'trash'
    10alokc

    Good movie and Good Performance by Super Star

    This suspense movie was the directorial debut of Danny. He chose a good theme and a good team. The plot is very interesting and keeps you guessing till the end. The music by R D Burman is very melodious and haunting at times. Rajesh Khanna the Super Star plays a different role with great aplomb and performs excellently. It is a must see for people who like clean suspense movies. It is a must for Rajesh Khanna fans as he does a different role in a different style. Danny, Aruna Irani, Kim, Jagdeep put in good support. The movie is recommended for its plot and one who sees it should not tell anyone the suspense of the movie. Great movie of the Great SuperStar.

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    • Trivia
      As N.N.Sippy gave breaks new directors to direct films like Subhash Vhai, Ashok Roy, C.P.Dixit, he also gave Danny Denzongpa a break, to direct this film, this was the first and the only film which Danny Denzongpa direcred. N.N.Sippy was also to produce the film Haadsa and he was to give a break to Akber Khan to direct, but dint work out and Haadsa was then produced and directed by Akber Khan himself.
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      Remake of Nightmare (1964)

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    • Release date
      • August 15, 1980 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Language
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • A Sombra do Passado
    • Production company
      • Prithvi Pictures
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    • Runtime
      • 2h 26m(146 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono

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