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Hindi CINEMA · 1972

Pakeezah

पाक़ीज़ा

1972-02-04153 min
DramaMusicRomance

Audience rating

6.3/10

Source: TMDB27 votes

THE STORY

Overview

A beautiful courtesan is unable to break away from the cycle of prostitution until a forest ranger falls in love with her. Unfortunately, his wealthy parents oppose the union.

MOVIE FACT SUMMARY

A closer look

Pakeezah (1972) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, Music, Romance. Directed by Kamal Amrohi. The cast includes Meena Kumari, Ashok Kumar, Raaj Kumar, Veena. Runtime: 153 minutes.

Cast & crew

Portrait of Kamal Amrohi
Kamal AmrohiDirector
Portrait of Meena Kumari
Meena KumariNargis / Sahibjaan
Portrait of Ashok Kumar
Ashok KumarShahabuddin
Portrait of Raaj Kumar
Raaj KumarSalim Ahmed Khan
Portrait of Veena
VeenaNawabjaan
Portrait of Nadira
NadiraMadame Gauhar Jaan
Portrait of Kamal Kapoor
Kamal KapoorNawab Zafar Ali Khan
Portrait of D.K. Sapru
D.K. SapruHakim Saab
AltafCast
LotanCast
ChandaCast
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Pakeezah FAQs

Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.

What is the original language of Pakeezah?

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

What release date is listed for Pakeezah?

Our source metadata lists 4 February 1972. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed Pakeezah?

The listed director is Kamal Amrohi.

Who is in the cast of Pakeezah?

The available cast credits include Meena Kumari, Ashok Kumar, Raaj Kumar, Veena, Nadira. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is Pakeezah?

The recorded runtime is 153 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is Pakeezah?

The source lists these genres: Drama, Music, Romance.

What is the original title of Pakeezah?

The original title in our source data is पाक़ीज़ा. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.

What is Pakeezah about?

A beautiful courtesan is unable to break away from the cycle of prostitution until a forest ranger falls in love with her. Unfortunately, his wealthy parents oppose the union.