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Hindi CINEMA · 1965

Kaajal

1965-12-09170 min
MusicRomance

Audience rating

5.3/10

Source: TMDB3 votes

THE STORY

Overview

Raised by a kind matriarch, Madhavi (Meena Kumari) shares a close bond with her foster brother Rajesh (Dharmendra). When Rajesh marries the insecure Bhanu (Padmini), Madhavi faces false accusations and attempts suicide. Rescued by Moti (Raaj Kumar), she marries him, only to discover his manipulative and exploitative true nature, leaving her trapped in a life of further sorrow.

MOVIE FACT SUMMARY

A closer look

Kaajal (1965) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Music, Romance. Directed by Ram Maheshwari. The cast includes Meena Kumari, Dharmendra, Padmini, Raaj Kumar. Runtime: 170 minutes.

Cast & crew

Portrait of Padmini
PadminiBhanu
Portrait of Helen
HelenCourtesan
Portrait of Durga Khote
Durga KhoteRani Maa
Portrait of Mehmood
MehmoodBhoola
Portrait of Ramayan Tiwari
Ramayan TiwariKalicharan
Gopal SehgalAmba's Mama
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Kaajal FAQs

Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.

What is the original language of Kaajal?

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

What release date is listed for Kaajal?

Our source metadata lists 9 December 1965. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed Kaajal?

The listed director is Ram Maheshwari.

Who is in the cast of Kaajal?

The available cast credits include Meena Kumari, Dharmendra, Padmini, Raaj Kumar, Helen. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is Kaajal?

The recorded runtime is 170 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is Kaajal?

The source lists these genres: Music, Romance.

What is Kaajal about?

Raised by a kind matriarch, Madhavi (Meena Kumari) shares a close bond with her foster brother Rajesh (Dharmendra). When Rajesh marries the insecure Bhanu (Padmini), Madhavi faces false accusations and attempts suicide. Rescued by Moti (Raaj Kumar), she marries him, only to discover his manipulative and exploitative true nature, leaving her trapped in a life of further sorrow.