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Manik (2005)
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Original name: মানিক
Genre: Drama
Country: India
Duration: 130 min.
Story:
Samir Mitra is an unemployed educated guy who is looking for a job. His father Abir Mitra is a retired person. Samir's mother is suffering from cancer. One day Samir suddenly meets Manik Chandra Sadhukhan. Manik's father is Niranjan Sadhukan, he is also ill. Latika is Manik's younger sister. Manik has come to Kolkata to meet his father's friend Chandrakanta Majumadar who is an established businessman. Manik meets with an accident on the way. Samir tries to save his life. Before his death Manik requests Samir to take care of his father and younger sister; he also tells Samir not to disclose the news of his accident. Manik gives Samir all required information. Samir becomes Manik; he meets Chandrakanta as Manik. Chandrakanta appoints him in his own office.
Style:
sentimental, emotional, psychological, captivating, thrilling, suspense, crime thriller
Plot:
deception, sacrifice, impostor, family drama, identity, relationships, love and romance, changing lives, love affair, male female relationship, relationship problems, stolen identity, secret, hidden identity, love story, pretense, new identity, pretending to be someone else, con trick, couple relations, double life, loyalty, redemption, identity crisis, duty ...
Time:
2000s
Place:
kolkata, india
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