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Hindi CINEMA · 1940
Sandesha
Overview
Suresh, a Hindu graduate, and Rafique, a Muslim mechanic, are close friends despite their different worlds. Suresh’s father refuses consent for his marriage to Rafique’s sister, but the bond between the two men survives. Later, unemployment drives them into hardship until they find work together, with Suresh managing Rafique’s business. Trouble brews when Rafique’s jealous brother-in-law sows suspicion, leading to quarrels and separation. Rafique, devoted to his young daughter, misjudges Suresh’s intentions, but a crisis ultimately reunites them, underscoring friendship, sacrifice, and Hindu-Muslim unity.
A closer look
Sandesha (1940) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Directed by Nazir. The cast includes Nazir, Yasmin, Ashiq Hussain, Majeed.
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Sandesha FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Sandesha?
Sandesha is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Sandesha?
Our source metadata lists 16 November 1940. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Sandesha?
The listed director is Nazir.
Who is in the cast of Sandesha?
The available cast credits include Nazir, Yasmin, Ashiq Hussain, Majeed. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
What is Sandesha about?
Suresh, a Hindu graduate, and Rafique, a Muslim mechanic, are close friends despite their different worlds. Suresh’s father refuses consent for his marriage to Rafique’s sister, but the bond between the two men survives. Later, unemployment drives them into hardship until they find work together, with Suresh managing Rafique’s business. Trouble brews when Rafique’s jealous brother-in-law sows suspicion, leading to quarrels and separation. Rafique, devoted to his young daughter, misjudges Suresh’s intentions, but a crisis ultimately reunites them, underscoring friendship, sacrifice, and Hindu-Muslim unity.
