Waris
Originally released in 1954. Waris is a drama film. directed by Nitin Bose. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Talat Mahmood, Suraiya, and Nadira
Synopsis
An inheritance melodrama about Kunwar (Mahmood), the son of zamindar Himmat Singh (Sethi). Kunmar marries Shobha (Suraiya) and is disinherited, forcing him to join the army during WW2. When he is reported missing and presumed dead, a repentant Rana invites Shobha to stay with him. However, it is Kanta (Nadira), a young woman betrayed by Rana's villainous secretary Kailash (Yakub), who arrives at the house and his mistaken for Shobha. Masquerading as Shobha, who lives nearby in absolute poverty, Kanta moves in, causing a moral dilemma and generating suspense since she could be caught at any moment.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1954
72 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
Language
Hindi
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- HI
Production Companies
- Minerva Movietone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waris about?
An inheritance melodrama about Kunwar (Mahmood), the son of zamindar Himmat Singh (Sethi). Kunmar marries Shobha (Suraiya) and is disinherited, forcing him to join the army during WW2. When he is r...
Who directed Waris?
Waris was directed by Nitin Bose.
How long is Waris?
Waris has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was Waris released?
Waris was released on January 1, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Waris?
The main cast of Waris includes Talat Mahmood, Suraiya, Nadira, Jagdish Sethi, Lala Yaqoob.