Ganga Jamuna released in 1961 was one of the first movies to popularize the theme of two brothers on opposite side of law, something was later used in films such as Deewar. Dilip Kumar as Ganga delivers one of his most powerful performances. Vyjantimala too shines. The use of local dialect(Bhojpuri) also enhances the experience of the film. The little letdown was Nasir Khan(Jamuna).The film is briskly faced and never it feels sloppy or slow. "Ganga" is framed for a crime by the local zaminder. He is forced by circumstances to go to the mountains where he becomes a dacoit whereas his brother becomes a police officer. What happens when they come in conflict to each other form the basis of the film. The cinematography of the film is well done. Some of the songs were good, but they had the uncanny habit of popping out anywhere, something which I disliked. All in all, a great film and must be watched.
Review of Gunga Jumna
