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Overview
The film depicts Omar Khayyam's life, including his rejection of dancer Mahru, which prompts her and rival Ghiyas Beg to persecute him. Despite exile and suffering, Khayyam persists in his humanitarian and scientific work. The plot concludes with his unjust conviction and death sentence for treason, followed by eventual vindication.
A closer look
Omar Khayyam (1946) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Directed by Mohan Sinha. The cast includes K.L. Saigal, Suraiya, Wasti, Shakir.
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Omar Khayyam FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Omar Khayyam?
Omar Khayyam is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Omar Khayyam?
Our source metadata lists 19 July 1946. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Omar Khayyam?
The listed director is Mohan Sinha.
Who is in the cast of Omar Khayyam?
The available cast credits include K.L. Saigal, Suraiya, Wasti, Shakir, Leela. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
What is Omar Khayyam about?
The film depicts Omar Khayyam's life, including his rejection of dancer Mahru, which prompts her and rival Ghiyas Beg to persecute him. Despite exile and suffering, Khayyam persists in his humanitarian and scientific work. The plot concludes with his unjust conviction and death sentence for treason, followed by eventual vindication.
