Zanjeer (1973)

Zanjeer, a classic 1973 Bollywood action film, does not include any discernible LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on traditional action and drama elements, resulting in no portrayal of queer identity.

The film features Mala as the primary female character. While she is skilled with knives as a performer, she does not engage in or win any close-quarters physical combat against male opponents throughout the movie. No other female characters participate in such combat.

Zanjeer (1973) is an original film featuring characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous adaptation where these characters were established with a different gender. Therefore, no gender swaps occur.

Zanjeer (1973) is an original Indian film, not an adaptation or reboot of pre-existing material with established characters. Therefore, no characters had a prior canonical or historical race to be swapped.