Abhay (1994 film)


Abhay — The Fearless is an Indian children's film directed by Annu Kapoor. The 1994 Hindi film Abhay—The Fearless is an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's 1887 short story, "The Canterville Ghost". Produced by the Children's Film Society, India, it features Nana Patekar as the ghost. The film also stars Benjamin Gelani and Moon Moon Sen.

Plot

The Nayaks disregard rumours that the house they have moved into is haunted by the ghost of its former owner Rana. Their three children take delight in these ghost stories and desire to meet the ghost. Meanwhile, Rana and his fellow ghost, unhappy with this intrusion, plot to scare the new owners. As the living pit their wits against the ghosts, secrets tumble that will not just shed more light on the ghosts’ pasts, but also show that children are not meek creatures to be cowed down by the fear of the unknown.

Cast

Awards

The film won Best Children’s Film at the 42nd National Film Awards.