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Hindi CINEMA · 1976

Shankar Dada

1976-07-22130 min
CrimeDrama
THE STORY

Overview

Babubhai is a notorious gangster who is threatened by Shankar Dada, another criminal, but Babubhai manages to strike a deal with him. Things take a turn when Babubhai discovers that Shankar has a twin brother who is a police officer.

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A closer look

Shankar Dada (1976) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Crime, Drama. Directed by Shibu Mitra. The cast includes Shashi Kapoor, Ashok Kumar, Neetu Singh, Anwar Hussain. Runtime: 130 minutes.

Cast & crew

Shibu MitraDirector
Portrait of Ashok Kumar
Ashok KumarSuperintendent
Portrait of Neetu Singh
Neetu SinghRoopa Verma
Portrait of Anwar Hussain
Anwar HussainBabu Dada 'Babubhai'
Portrait of Pran
PranPolice Inspector Amar Singh
Portrait of Bindu
BinduBindiya
Portrait of Rajan Haksar
Rajan HaksarLakhan Singh
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Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.

What is the original language of Shankar Dada?

Shankar Dada is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.

What release date is listed for Shankar Dada?

Our source metadata lists 22 July 1976. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed Shankar Dada?

The listed director is Shibu Mitra.

Who is in the cast of Shankar Dada?

The available cast credits include Shashi Kapoor, Ashok Kumar, Neetu Singh, Anwar Hussain, Pran. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is Shankar Dada?

The recorded runtime is 130 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is Shankar Dada?

The source lists these genres: Crime, Drama.

What is Shankar Dada about?

Babubhai is a notorious gangster who is threatened by Shankar Dada, another criminal, but Babubhai manages to strike a deal with him. Things take a turn when Babubhai discovers that Shankar has a twin brother who is a police officer.