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Hindi CINEMA · 1973

Achanak

अचानक

1973-01-0196 min
CrimeDrama

Audience rating

3.4/10

Source: TMDB5 votes

THE STORY

Overview

Dr. Chaudhary must perform multiple surgeries on Major Ranjeet Khanna, who was shot by the Police while trying to escape from custody after killing his wife, Pushpa, and her lover, Prakash. Chances of Ranjeet's recovery are very slim, if he does recover, he could end up mentally unstable or paralyzed. In the event he does recover, the medical staff's efforts would be in vain as he has already been found guilty and sentenced to be hanged.

MOVIE FACT SUMMARY

A closer look

Achanak (1973) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Crime, Drama. Directed by Gulzar. The cast includes Vinod Khanna, Iftekhar, Lily Chakravarty, Farida Jalal. Runtime: 96 minutes.

Cast & crew

Portrait of Gulzar
GulzarDirector
Portrait of Vinod Khanna
Vinod KhannaMajor Ranjeet Khanna
Portrait of Iftekhar
IftekharCol. Bakshi
Portrait of Lily Chakravarty
Lily ChakravartyPushpa Bakshi / Pushpa Khanna
Portrait of Farida Jalal
Farida JalalNurse Radha
KamaldeepS P Gupta
Ravi RaajPrakash
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Achanak FAQs

Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.

What is the original language of Achanak?

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

What release date is listed for Achanak?

Our source metadata lists 1 January 1973. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed Achanak?

The listed director is Gulzar.

Who is in the cast of Achanak?

The available cast credits include Vinod Khanna, Iftekhar, Lily Chakravarty, Farida Jalal, Kamaldeep. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is Achanak?

The recorded runtime is 96 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is Achanak?

The source lists these genres: Crime, Drama.

What is the original title of Achanak?

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

What is Achanak about?

Dr. Chaudhary must perform multiple surgeries on Major Ranjeet Khanna, who was shot by the Police while trying to escape from custody after killing his wife, Pushpa, and her lover, Prakash. Chances of Ranjeet's recovery are very slim, if he does recover, he could end up mentally unstable or paralyzed. In the event he does recover, the medical staff's efforts would be in vain as he has already been found guilty and sentenced to be hanged.