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Hindi CINEMA · 1935
Ghar Jamai
Overview
Mafatlal, an unemployed wanderer, is kicked out of his home with a mission: get rich. He chases a "resident son-in-law" ad, plots lawsuits, and even fakes being a station-master, enduring robbery along the way. Ultimately, he's chosen by Heeralaxmi, a woman with "advanced views." The film is packed with quirky women campaigning on bizarre platforms, a comedy subtly exploring male anxieties in the face of female liberation.
A closer look
Ghar Jamai (1935) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Directed by Homi Master. The cast includes Heera, Nur Jehan, Alimiya, Jamshedji. Runtime: 155 minutes.
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Ghar Jamai FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Ghar Jamai?
Ghar Jamai is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Ghar Jamai?
Our source metadata lists 1 November 1935. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Ghar Jamai?
The listed director is Homi Master.
Who is in the cast of Ghar Jamai?
The available cast credits include Heera, Nur Jehan, Alimiya, Jamshedji, Syed Ahmed. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Ghar Jamai?
The recorded runtime is 155 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What is Ghar Jamai about?
Mafatlal, an unemployed wanderer, is kicked out of his home with a mission: get rich. He chases a "resident son-in-law" ad, plots lawsuits, and even fakes being a station-master, enduring robbery along the way. Ultimately, he's chosen by Heeralaxmi, a woman with "advanced views." The film is packed with quirky women campaigning on bizarre platforms, a comedy subtly exploring male anxieties in the face of female liberation.
