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Hindi CINEMA · 1936
Manmohan
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Overview
A social woman-centered film interrogating aspects of feudal patriarchy. The painter Ashok (Surendra) who loves the orphaned Vimala (Bibbo) is distressed to learn that she is due to marry Jagdish (Yakub). He paints Vimala's portraits with a frenzied obsession and becomes a famous artist. Paralleling this love story is the decline in Ashok's family fortunes.
A closer look
Manmohan (1936) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Directed by Mehboob Khan. The cast includes Bibbo, Motilal, Yakub, Ashalata. Runtime: 147 minutes.
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Manmohan FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Manmohan?
Manmohan is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Manmohan?
Our source metadata lists 18 December 1936. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Manmohan?
The listed director is Mehboob Khan.
Who is in the cast of Manmohan?
The available cast credits include Bibbo, Motilal, Yakub, Ashalata, Bhudo Advani. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Manmohan?
The recorded runtime is 147 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What is Manmohan about?
A social woman-centered film interrogating aspects of feudal patriarchy. The painter Ashok (Surendra) who loves the orphaned Vimala (Bibbo) is distressed to learn that she is due to marry Jagdish (Yakub). He paints Vimala's portraits with a frenzied obsession and becomes a famous artist. Paralleling this love story is the decline in Ashok's family fortunes.
