Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro (1989)

In the heart of Mumbai, Salim, a man born with a limp, shares his life with his mother, father, and a sister on the cusp of marriageable age. As the family's patriarchs scour the city for a suitable groom, Salim crosses paths with Aslam, a man of modest means and high qualifications. However, Aslam's financial status doesn't meet Salim's expectations, resulting in his rejection. Fortune seems to smile on Salim when he enters the underbelly of the city, where he encounters a gang of criminals. They tempt him with promises of wealth and power, but at a daunting cost. They require Salim to stoke the fires of communal hatred, igniting religious riots between Hindus and Muslims. The prospect of affluence, a dream he's always harbored, now dangles before him like a tantalizing fruit. In 'Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro', the protagonist stands at the crossroads of morality and personal ambition. The question remains: Will Salim succumb to this dangerous path to prosperity, or will he reconsider his choices? This gritty urban tale entwines the threads of family, religion, and the relentless pursuit of wealth, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.

Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro is a crime movie featuring Pavan Malhotra and directed by Saeed Akhtar Mirza.

Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro is currently streaming on MUBI.