Sangharsh is a 1999 Hindi-language psychological crime thriller directed by Tanuja Chandra and produced by Mukesh Bhatt under the banner of Vishesh Films. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Preity Zinta and Ashutosh Rana in lead roles. It follows a young CBI officer who seeks the help of an imprisoned criminal to catch a dangerous killer responsible for abducting and murdering children. Known for its suspenseful storyline, intense performances and gripping atmosphere, Sangharsh is remembered as a notable thriller in Hindi cinema.
Sangharsh revolves around Reet Oberoi, a young CBI officer assigned to investigate a series of child abductions and murders. As the investigation progresses, she struggles to understand the criminal's motives and find a way to stop the killings.
Reet turns to Professor Aman Verma, an intelligent man held in prison, hoping that his knowledge and unusual insight will help her solve the case. Aman initially refuses to cooperate, but he eventually agrees to assist her. Their investigation leads them towards Lajja Shankar Pandey, a dangerous religious fanatic who believes that sacrificing children will grant him supernatural powers. As Reet and Aman race against time, they face frightening discoveries, personal fears and dangerous obstacles. The film explores crime, obsession, psychological trauma, superstition and the courage required to confront evil. The movie features a tense narrative, strong performances and a memorable portrayal of its antagonist by Ashutosh Rana. Preity Zinta's role as Reet Oberoi and Akshay Kumar's performance as Professor Aman Verma are also among the film's highlights.