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Hindi CINEMA · 1950
Dastan
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Overview
Indira (Suraiya) is an orphan brought up the strict and uprighteous Rani (Veena). Indira grows up to be a beauty and is sought by three suitors Raj (Raj Kapoor), Kundan (Al Nasir), and Ramesh (Suresh). Rani does not like Indira to marry into her family as both Raj and Kundan are her brothers, and she wants Indira to marry Ramesh, and as such arranges a meeting with Ramesh's mom (Pratima Devi) and finalizes the marriage. Indira does not appreciate this and refuses to marry Ramesh. Raj speaks of his love with Rani, and Rani warns him that Indira is to marry Ramesh, but also has an on-going affair with his brother Kundan. Who does Indira really love? Will she ever marry her dream man?
A closer look
Dastan (1950) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, Family, Romance. Directed by Abdul Rashid Kardar. The cast includes Suraiya, Raj Kapoor, Veena, Suresh. Runtime: 122 minutes.
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Dastan FAQs
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What is the original language of Dastan?
Dastan is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Dastan?
Our source metadata lists 17 August 1950. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Dastan?
The listed director is Abdul Rashid Kardar.
Who is in the cast of Dastan?
The available cast credits include Suraiya, Raj Kapoor, Veena, Suresh, Al Nasir. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Dastan?
The recorded runtime is 122 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Dastan?
The source lists these genres: Drama, Family, Romance.
What is Dastan about?
Indira (Suraiya) is an orphan brought up the strict and uprighteous Rani (Veena). Indira grows up to be a beauty and is sought by three suitors Raj (Raj Kapoor), Kundan (Al Nasir), and Ramesh (Suresh). Rani does not like Indira to marry into her family as both Raj and Kundan are her brothers, and she wants Indira to marry Ramesh, and as such arranges a meeting with Ramesh's mom (Pratima Devi) and finalizes the marriage. Indira does not appreciate this and refuses to marry Ramesh. Raj speaks of his love with Rani, and Rani warns him that Indira is to marry Ramesh, but also has an on-going affair with his brother Kundan. Who does Indira really love? Will she ever marry her dream man?
