Vidya
Originally released in 1948. Vidya is a drama/romance film. directed by Girish Trivedi. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Dev Anand, Suraiya, and Madan Puri
Synopsis
Born in a low-caste family of chamars (cobblers), Chandu alias Chandrashekhar (Dev Anand) helps his father repair shoes and other footware for a small pittance. One day a girl from a rich and wealthy family, Vidya (Suraiya) stops by to get her shoe repaired. She wants Chandu to stop doing this menial job, and go to school, study and become someone important. She offers help financially, and gets Chandu to school. Both grow up and are attracted to each other. Both intent to marry, but obstacles open up in the form of Harry alias Harilal (Madan Puri), and Vidya's alcoholic dad, who will not permit his daughter to mingle with a boy from a lower caste.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1948
78 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Jeet Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vidya about?
Born in a low-caste family of chamars (cobblers), Chandu alias Chandrashekhar (Dev Anand) helps his father repair shoes and other footware for a small pittance. One day a girl from a rich and wealt...
Who directed Vidya?
Vidya was directed by Girish Trivedi.
How long is Vidya?
Vidya has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was Vidya released?
Vidya was released on January 1, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Vidya?
The main cast of Vidya includes Dev Anand, Suraiya, Madan Puri, Cuckoo.