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Loha (1987) movie poster
19870 min

Loha

Loha Movie Hit or Flop?

HIT

Verdict:Loha is a confirmed HIT based on our analysis of audience ratings and box office momentum.

With a rating of 9.2/10, it has delivered a compelling experience for fans of the genre.

Is Loha Worth Watching?

Answer: Yes, Loha is definitely worth watching if you enjoy movies.

It features a runtime of 0 minutes and offers a solid storyline that appeals to general audiences. Bottom Line: Highly recommended!

9.22 votes
1987Release Year
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Loha Review

Last updated: January 2026

Inspectors Amar (Dharmendra) and Dayal (Raza Murad) in their attempt to arrest bandit Sher Singh (Amrish Puri),, get injured, Amar survives, but Dayal gets his legs crushed and becomes wheelchair-bound. Later, Amar arrests local politician Jagannath Prasad (Kader Khan), who gets released without being charged while Amar gets reprimanded, and decides to resign. Later, Sher Singh hijacks a bus and holds the passengers as hostages in exchange for 25 of his jailed associates. Dayal's granddaughter, Seema (Mandakini), is amongst them, and Dayal asks Amar for assistance. Amar, along with ex-convict, Qasim Ali (Shatrughan Sinha), and Karan (Karan Kapoor), a drug-dealer, does manage to rescue them but differences crop up among the trio and they part ways. Then Amar finds out that Qasim and Karan have masterminded a plan to facilitate the escape of the 25 convicts, and decides to confront them.

In terms of production quality and narrative depth, Loha offers a compelling cinema experience that resonates with its target audience. The direction and cast performances are noteworthy, contributing to its overall commercial footprint.

Cast of Loha

  • Dharmendra – Senior Police Inspector Amar
  • Shatrughan Sinha – Qasim Ali Barkat Ali Jung Shamsher Bahadur
  • Karan Kapoor – Karan
  • Amrish Puri – Sher "Shera" Singh
  • Kader Khan – Jagannath Prasad

Top Highlights

Dharmendra
DharmendraSenior Police Inspector Amar
Shatrughan Sinha
Shatrughan SinhaQasim Ali Barkat Ali Jung Shamsher Bahadur
Karan Kapoor
Karan KapoorKaran
Amrish Puri
Amrish PuriSher "Shera" Singh
Kader Khan
Kader KhanJagannath Prasad
Mandakini
MandakiniSeema
Madhavi
MadhaviAnita
Jugal Hansraj
Jugal HansrajHassan Ali
Raza Murad
Raza MuradDayal
Tej Sapru
Tej SapruBhima

Final Verdict

Analyzing the audience sentiment, IMDb rating of 9.2/10, and global collection metrics, Loha stands as a successful venture for the creators. It remains an essential piece of the 1987 cinematic year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loha movie hit or flop?

Loha is considered a hit based on audience response and box office performance. With a rating of 9.2/10, it's highly recommended for fans of movies.

Is Loha worth watching?

Yes, Loha is definitely worth watching! It's a must-watch hit for fans of cinema.

What genre is Loha?

Loha is a movie that Inspectors Amar (Dharmendra) and Dayal (Raza Murad) in their attempt to arrest bandit Sher Singh (Amrish Puri),, get injured, Amar survives, but Dayal...

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