Amar Akbar Anthony is a classic 1977 Bollywood “masala” film, masterfully directed by Manmohan Desai and produced by Ketan Desai. The film’s core theme is the triumphant reunion of a family separated by misfortune, vividly set against a backdrop of Hindu-Muslim-Christian unity. It is celebrated for its perfect blend of super-hit comedy, high emotion, and a timeless soundtrack by the legendary duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal. The story follows three brothers Amar, a disciplined Hindu Police Officer, Akbar, a charming Muslim Qawwali Singer and Anthony, a fun-loving Christian street-smart Goan, who are tragically separated in childhood. Adopted and raised in different faiths, they grow up oblivious to their shared bloodline. The narrative follows their individual adventures, romances, and unwitting convergence, all leading to a grand, action-packed climax where they unite to fight the gangster who tore their family apart, ultimately restoring their blind mother’s sight and achieving a joyful family reunion.
Cast and Crew Selection is Nice
Amar (Vinod Khanna)| Police Officer, Hindu has fallen in love Laxmi (Shabana Azmi), Akbar (Rishi Kapoor), a Qawwali Singer, Muslim, loves Dr. Salma (Neetu Singh) and Antony (Amitabh Bachchan), a fFun-loving Goan, Christian, likes Jenny (Parveen Babi). Bharati (Nirupa Roy) is mother and Kishanlal (Pran) is father of the three brothers. Robert (Jeevan) acted as the primary gangster and antagonist. Manmohan Desai Known as blockbusters and multi-starrers films directed and produced by Ketan Desai. Laxmikant Pyarelal composed the super-hit soundtrack.
Plot Summary
The film opens with the plight of Kishanlal (Pran), a poor driver betrayed by his gangster boss, Robert (Jeevan). Kishanlal is arrested, leaving his wife Bharati (Nirupa Roy) and three young sons destitute. Bharati, rendered blind in an accident, is forced to abandon her sons near a park. The three boys are adopted into different families, each representing one of India’s major faiths. Amar is adopted by a Hindu policeman, Akbar is raised by a Muslim tailor and Antony is adopted by a Christian priest. Years later, the three brothers have grown up, embodying their respective faiths and professions. Amar (Vinod Khanna) is a sincere, disciplined police officer. Akbar (Rishi Kapoor) is a charming qawwali singer and Antony (Amitabh Bachchan) is a humorous, street-smart, and stylish man.
Brothers Cross Paths
The brothers cross paths multiple times but remain unaware of their familial connection. The famous scene where all three brothers donate blood to an injured woman unknowingly their own mother Bharati, serves as a powerful dramatic turning point. Their friendship gradually blossoms. The return of the villain Robert and the vengeance-seeking Kishanlal sets the stage for the final act. The brothers join forces, using their unique skills to rescue their kidnapped loved ones: Antony fights the bodyguard Zebisco, Akbar uses his wit and music, and Amar handles the police operation. The truth is revealed, Bharati regains her eyesight, and the entire family, Kishanlal, Bharati, and their three sons is finally and happily reunited. The movie concludes with the triple wedding of Amar to Laxmi, Akbar to Dr. Salma, and Antony to Jenny.
Super-Hit Music
The soundtrack by Laxmikant-Pyarelal was a monumental success, contributing significantly to the film’s popularity. Notable tracks include “Amar, Akbar, Anthony” (Sung by Mahendra Kapoor, Kishore Kumar, and Shalendra Singh), “Humko Tumse Hogaya Hai Pyar Kya Kare” (A rare quartet by Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar, Mukesh, and Mohammed Rafi), “Shirdi Wale Sai Baba” (Sung by Mohammed Rafi), “Parda Hai Parda” (Sung by Mohammed Rafi).
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Vidya Sagar Chaturvedula is a passionate film enthusiast whose four-decade career spans multiple sectors, including media and industry. Fluent in Telugu, Hindi, and English, he has a deep appreciation for cinema, particularly films in those three languages. His passion goes beyond simple viewing; he enjoys analyzing directional skill, the emotional depth of actors’ performances, and the profound meaning embedded in dialogue. Mr. Sagar is known for his ability to clearly articulate and narrate his insightful film analyses after watching a movie.
It’s a good entertainer with a lovely music by the great Laxmikant Pyarelal Pyarelal. It’s a story conveying national integration. One can thoroughly enjoy the film.
Amar Akbar Anthony is pure entertainment movie. Very interesting lost and found story of three brothers, wonderful story of unity of different religions. It is perfect hindi masala movie which has love, action, drama, comedy and good songs. Amitabh Bachchan performance was excellent in this movie. This movie was mega success in 70s.
Amer Akbar and Anthony are three
Brothers and got missed when. They are infents
By God’s grace they are growing in three community s finally
They turned to be policer office r Amer roudy sheeter. Anthony
Third one A Tailor
Director music director
And songs are superb
At the end All three come to gether
Happy they search their parents
Real culprit the villain are
Behind bars
There movie conclude s in happy node.
Amar, Akbar, Anthony a hit movie 1977. Routine story lost in the childhood, brought up with different back grounds. In the end fate joins them because of their satya and dharma. All the songs composed by LP are hit. A very fine movir
A slapstick entertainer with top names.
Poetic dialogues like Olympic race or police case, or tailoring assistant who can diagnose pregnancy from wrist pulse.
Prize one where the injured hero bandages the mirror.
Amar Akbar Anthony is a thematic film by Manmohan Desai which coveys a msg “the universality of religion” and happy ending shown in a very special way of reunion of the missing family. Multi star cast just like Naseeb: musically a super hit decorated by LP. You will definitely enjoy this movie. Good review.