Pratap (film)

Pratap is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language action film written, directed and produced by Arjun. The film stars himself, Khushbu, Janagaraj, Devan and Rocky. It was released on 16 April 1993.

Plot
Prathap is released from prison, where he learns that his sister Priya is missing. After initial efforts, Prathap finds Priya in the mental asylum and learns that she is the witness behind the crimes committed by brothers: Vimal Raj, Michael Raj and Alex Raj. Priya finally recovers where she reports Raj brothers' crimes to the media and an arrest warrant is issued. However, the Raj brothers corner Priya and finishes her, which enrages Prathap. Prathap finally finishes the Raj brothers after an intense combat, thus avenging Priya's death.

Soundtrack
The music was composed by Maragathamani, with lyrics by Vairamuthu. For the Telugu dubbed version Muta Rowdy, all lyrics were written by Rajasri. The song "En Kannanukku Kadhal" is based on Maragathamani's own song "Repalle Murali" from Telugu film Allari Mogudu.

Release and reception
Pratap was released on 16 April 1993, by Sree Raam Films International. The Indian Express wrote the film "is tailormade for Arjun", appreciating the action sequences and Rocky's performance as the antagonist but criticising the music as average.