Nayak: The Real Hero

One Man. One Day. One Chance.

2001 • 187 min • Drama · Thriller · Action

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Synopsis

Shivajirao, a TV reporter, gets a chance to be the Chief Minister of Maharashtra for a day after being challenged by incumbent Chief Minister Balraj Chauhan. After his one-day stint turns out to be a huge success, his life spirals out of control and he is embroiled in political intrigue.

Our family guide

Best from age 12

Movie Knight Score

115 reviews

71 Audience · 115 · 100%

Shivajirao, a TV reporter, accepts a challenge to become Chief Minister for a day. His impactful actions expose corruption, leading to a dangerous entanglement in political power struggles. He faces threats and violence while trying to bring positive change.

Violence & peril: 5/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

Scenes of political corruption and violence.
Some intense chase sequences and threats.
Minor romantic elements, no explicit sensuality.

What it models well

Speaking truth to power
Fighting corruption
Civic responsibility
Leadership and integrity

Talk about it after

The challenges of leadership and making tough decisions.
The importance of standing up for what is right, even when it's difficult.
How power can corrupt, and the need for accountability.
The role of media in society and holding leaders responsible.

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