Ragat (1997)

Plot Summary

Ragat (Blood) is a powerful Nepali film that highlights caste discrimination and social injustice. The story follows Krishna, a young man from a lower-caste family, who bravely fights against the oppression of the rich and upper-caste elites. Hemant Kaji, a wealthy and influential man, strongly believes in caste superiority and looks down on the poor. Amidst this division, Laxmi, a girl from a rich family, falls in love with Gopal, a lower-caste boy. Defying societal norms and family pressure, they marry against their parents' wishes, challenging the rigid caste system. Their love becomes a symbol of change, but their struggle is met with resistance. In the end, Radha, Laxmi's caring aunt, tragically loses her life, leaving behind a message that all human blood is the same-hot and red. Directed with a strong social message, Ragat questions why caste discrimination still exists in Nepali culture and calls for equality and justice.

Full Cast & Characters

Kumud Pant

Gang Member

Saroj Khanal

Gopal

Harihar Sharma

Babu Saab

Bina Budhathoki

Radha

Hemanta Budathoki

Bipana Thapa

Laxmi

Sanu Kumar Tamrakar

Kaji

Biraj Regmi

Wedding guest

Rajaram Poudyal

Pandit

Dhurba Rizal

Uttam K.C.

Mahendra Budathoki

Director & Crew

Official Trailer

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