Ek Pal (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film
Released in 1986, Ek Pal is a drama film directed by Kalpana Lajmi.
What it’s about. Based on a short story by Maitreyi Devi, Kalpana Lajmi’s directorial debut tells a story of extramarital affair in the tea gardens of Assam. Famous Assamese singer-composer Hazarika contributes some fine compositions, overcoming the mandatory emphasis on regional folk-music in films set in exotic locales.
Who’s in it. Ek Pal stars Shabana Azmi as Priyam, Naseeruddin Shah as Ved Hazarika, Farooq Shaikh and Shreeram Lagoo, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ek Pal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ek Pal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ek Pal (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ek Pal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ek Pal?
- Ek Pal stars Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, Farooq Shaikh, Shreeram Lagoo and Dina Pathak.
- When was Ek Pal released?
- Ek Pal was released in 1986.