Is Mrityudaata Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1997)

📖 The Core Premise

Mrityudaata returns to the screen in 1997, bringing a fresh narrative to the Music, Action, Drama genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Dr Ram Prasad Ghayal (Amitabh) is a surgeon whose scalpel proves to be a magic wand. He has a wife called Janaki (Dimple) and a brother called Bharat. Bharat is in love with a dancing doll Renu (Karishma) whom the baddie's brother (Deepak Tijouri) also loves. Bharat, an architect refuses to sign a power project involving heavy kickbacks and heavier displacement (with so many scams in the air, what can one expect the plot to be). He is implicated in a plot and sent to jail. Unable to bear this humiliation, he commits suicide and Renu marries Deepak instead of repenting her beloved's loss. Now is the time for our 'Mrityudaata' to avenge the loss of his wife and his brother. He trades his scalpel for a machine gun and apron for a commando coat and cap."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. While not a career-best, Amitabh Bachchan's presence adds a necessary stability to the proceedings. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Music. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Mrityudaata worth your time? If you appreciate Music, Action, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a must-watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Mrityudaata is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 167 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.