"Junoon" is a Bollywood movie released in 1979, directed by Shyam Benegal and produced by Lalit M. Bijlani. The film is based on Ruskin Bond's novella "A Flight of Pigeons" and is set during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
The movie stars Shashi Kapoor, Nafisa Ali, and Jennifer Kendal in lead roles. Shashi Kapoor plays the character of Javed Khan, a Pathan feudal lord who is obsessed with his love for a British girl named Ruth (played by Nafisa Ali). The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, as the British residents of the area are taken hostage by the rebels.
"Junoon" received critical acclaim and won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi in 1980. The film is known for its beautiful cinematography, powerful performances, and haunting music by renowned composer Vanraj Bhatia.
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