Shankar Hussain
Originally released in 1977. Shankar Hussain is a feature film. directed by Yusuf Naqvi.
Starring Kanwaljit Singh, Pradeep Kumar, and Madhu Chanda
Synopsis
Dr. Uday Shankar is a kind-hearted Hindu gentleman who has chosen to practise medicine in a village rather than make money by working in a large city. Once, a devastating flood hits a nearby village and he goes there to minister to the affected people. At this time, he happens to rescue a Muslim child, Husain, whose entire family has been wiped out. He raises the boy as his own, alongside his own son, Ajay. As a good Hindu, he decides to raise the boy in the religion of his own parents, and Husain thus grows up to be a practising Muslim living in the backdrop of a Hindu household. Everyone loves the new addition to the household and Husain also is deeply attached to his new family.
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- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shankar Hussain about?
Dr. Uday Shankar is a kind-hearted Hindu gentleman who has chosen to practise medicine in a village rather than make money by working in a large city. Once, a devastating flood hits a nearby villag...
Who directed Shankar Hussain?
Shankar Hussain was directed by Yusuf Naqvi.
When was Shankar Hussain released?
Shankar Hussain was released on January 1, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shankar Hussain?
The main cast of Shankar Hussain includes Kanwaljit Singh, Pradeep Kumar, Madhu Chanda, Shreeram Lagoo, Jalal Agha.