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Yaarana is a 1981 Hindi musical action drama directed by Raakesh Kumar, built around Amitabh Bachchan and Amjad Khan as friends. The film draws thematic parallels to the story of Karna and Duryodhana from the Mahabharata. It was a commercial success and is remembered for its soundtrack composed by Rajesh Roshan.

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What is the friendship story in Yaarana?

Kishan, played by Amitabh Bachchan, is an orphan with a strong singing voice, while Bishan, played by Amjad Khan, is his wealthy childhood friend who tries to launch him in the city. The film turns their loyalty into the central conflict when Bishan's uncle works against the family.

Why is Yaarana compared with Karna and Duryodhana?

Raakesh Kumar's 1981 Hindi film uses the Mahabharata friendship as a thematic parallel for Bishan's loyalty to Kishan despite social and family pressure. It is not a direct retelling of the epic; it is a musical action drama built around Amitabh Bachchan and Amjad Khan.

Which songs made Yaarana famous?

Rajesh Roshan composed the soundtrack, including Kishore Kumar songs such as Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan and Sara Zamana. Sara Zamana was later recreated as Haseeno Ka Deewana in the 2017 film Kaabil. [Yaarana on Apple TV](https://tv.apple.com/in/movie/yaarana/umc.cmc.bnuu7c8w90mh2h1h4p8gpasa)

What kind of movie is Yaarana, and how long is it?

It is a 1981 Hindi musical action drama, not a purely romantic friendship film. The listed runtime is about 119 minutes, and the cast includes Neetu Singh as Komal and Tanuja as Sheela.

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