Parichay (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1972, Parichay is a drama and family film directed by Gulzar, running about 145 minutes.

What it’s about. An unemployed young man (Jeetendra) takes a job to tutor unruly grandkids of Rai Sahab (Pran) and brings out respect, appreciation and hard work hidden deep inside them.

Who’s in it. Parichay stars Jeetendra as Ravi, Jaya Bachchan as Rama, Vinod Khanna as Amit and Leela Mishra as Ravi's Aunt, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Parichay has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Parichay page.

If you liked it. Fans of Parichay tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Parichay (1972)?
In US, Parichay is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Parichay worth watching?
Parichay holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Parichay?
Parichay stars Jeetendra, Jaya Bachchan, Vinod Khanna, Leela Mishra and Asrani.
When was Parichay released?
Parichay was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.