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Overview
Kindly Dr. Gupta (Ashok Kumar) is preparing to retire, and hopes to marry his daughter Jyoti (Zarina Wahab) to his associate Dr. Anand (Parikshit Sahani). Anand does not have time to romance, or assist Dr. Gupta on his large egg farm, so he hires a college friend as property manager, Mukesh (Vijayendra). Jyoti is entranced by Mukesh, and against her fathers wishes decides to marry him. Mukesh has his eyes set on the good life, but unknown to Jyoti he is already married to Geeta (Sarika), whom he abandoned with a child when he found out she was Anpadh (illiterate). Dr. Gupta has an accident one night, injuring a woman named Geeta and brings her home to recuperate. He teaches her how to mingle with high society, dress and eat properly, and ensures the education of her son. In return for his decency and compassion, Jyoti prepares to marry Dr. Gupta. When her father arrives for the festivities, he recognizes Mukesh.
A closer look
Anpadh (1978) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by S.M. Sagar. The cast includes Ashok Kumar, Parikshat Sahni, Zarina Wahab, Vijayendra Ghatge. Runtime: 137 minutes.
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Anpadh FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Anpadh?
Anpadh is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Anpadh?
Our source metadata lists 3 August 1978. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Anpadh?
The listed director is S.M. Sagar.
Who is in the cast of Anpadh?
The available cast credits include Ashok Kumar, Parikshat Sahni, Zarina Wahab, Vijayendra Ghatge, Sarika. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Anpadh?
The recorded runtime is 137 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Anpadh?
The source lists these genres: Drama.
What is Anpadh about?
Kindly Dr. Gupta (Ashok Kumar) is preparing to retire, and hopes to marry his daughter Jyoti (Zarina Wahab) to his associate Dr. Anand (Parikshit Sahani). Anand does not have time to romance, or assist Dr. Gupta on his large egg farm, so he hires a college friend as property manager, Mukesh (Vijayendra). Jyoti is entranced by Mukesh, and against her fathers wishes decides to marry him. Mukesh has his eyes set on the good life, but unknown to Jyoti he is already married to Geeta (Sarika), whom he abandoned with a child when he found out she was Anpadh (illiterate). Dr. Gupta has an accident one night, injuring a woman named Geeta and brings her home to recuperate. He teaches her how to mingle with high society, dress and eat properly, and ensures the education of her son. In return for his decency and compassion, Jyoti prepares to marry Dr. Gupta. When her father arrives for the festivities, he recognizes Mukesh.
