Anpadh (1978)
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.
Cast
- Ashok Kumar - Gupta
- Parikshat Sahni - Dr. Anand
- Zarina Wahab - Jyoti
- Vijayendra Ghatge - Mukesh
- Sarika - Geeta 'Anpadh'
- Deven Verma - Banke Lal Banarasi
- Aruna Irani - Banu Begum
- Meena T. - Gulabi
Screenplay
- R.S. Verma (Story)
- Rafi Ajmeri (Dialogue)
- Rafi Ajmeri (Screenplay)
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Who directed Anpadh?
- Anpadh was directed by S.M. Sagar.
- Who stars in Anpadh?
- Anpadh stars Ashok Kumar, Parikshat Sahni, Zarina Wahab, Vijayendra Ghatge, Sarika, Deven Verma.
- How long is Anpadh?
- Anpadh has a runtime of 2h 17m (137 minutes).
- What genre is Anpadh?
- Anpadh is a Drama film.
- Where was Anpadh produced?
- Anpadh was produced in India.