Aaj Aur Kal (1963)

An over-bearing oppressive emperor continues to preside over a region in post-independent India along with his subdued children.

Director:

Vasant Joglekar

Writers:

Akhtar-Ul-Iman (screenplay), P.L. Deshpande (author)

Stars:

Ashok Kumar, Sunil Dutt, Nanda

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Ashok Kumar	...	Maharaja Balbirsingh
Sunil Dutt	...	Dr. Sanjay
Nanda	...	Rajkumari Hemlata / Hema
Tanuja	...	Rajkumari Ashalata / Asha
Sudesh Kumar	...	Randhir Singh (as Soodesh Kumar)
Agha	...	Maharaja Dhanaksingh
Dhumal	...	Dhanaksingh's Secretary
Deven Verma	...	Rajkumar Rajendrasingh
Rohit	...	Yuvraj Pratapsingh
Kusum Deshpande	...	Nurse Geeta
Lalbahadur	...	Ranjit Singh
Ravikant
Raj Kumar
Shah
Abdul

Storyline

Even though India attained independence from the British, several Maharajas continue with their oppressive regimes including widower Balbirsingh. Living with him in his mansion are his rather subdued children: Pratap, Hemlata, Rajendra and Ashalata. They are instructed to conduct themselves as royals even when alone with their father, who they can only address as 'Your Highness'. For several years Hemlata has lost the use of her legs, is refusing treatment, tasteless food, and wants to die. Balbir then appoints Dr. Sanjay to treat her, he does so enthusiastically, she responds positively, and both are drawn to each other and fall in love. With the Government threatening to dismantle such regimes, Balbir must first deal with Hemlata's romance, and then decides to contest elections, ensure that he wins by hook or by crook, so that he can continue to rule the region with impunity.

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Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Details

Country:

India

Language:

Hindi Bhojpuri Urdu English

Company Credits

Production Co:

Panchdeep Chitra

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono (Westrex Recording System)

Color:

Black and White

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Soundtracks

"Zindagi ke rang kayi re"
Sung by Asha Bhosle
Music by Ravi
Lyrics by Sahir Ludhianvi

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