The Tinkling of Anklets (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, The Tinkling of Anklets is a drama, horror and mystery film directed by Shyam Ramsay, running about 138 minutes.
What it’s about. Thakur Ranjit Singh buys the enslaved Kajal's freedom and gives her the status of a daughter-in-law... much to the disgust of his uncle, Jasbir. When the sleazy Shakal turns up and arranges a secret meeting with Kajal, Ranjit believes that he has caught his beloved being unfaithful. He exacts a fearful retribution. Obligingly, Jasbir destroys the evidence. Ranjit finds himself being plagued by the restless spirit of Kajal as well as a suspicious policeman. Seeking respite in Bombay, he is stunned to see Kajal's doppelganger, a nurse called Kiran. Unnerved, he brings Kiran home with him and finds himself falling in love again. The mystery deepens when Kajal's vengeful spirit murders the usurper, sending Ranjit over the edge and into an asylum.
Who’s in it. The Tinkling of Anklets stars Vijay Anand as Thakur Ranjit Singh, Rekha as Kajal, Shreeram Lagoo as Jasbir Singh and Leela Mishra as Nanny Damyanti, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tinkling of Anklets page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tinkling of Anklets tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tinkling of Anklets (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tinkling of Anklets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Tinkling of Anklets?
- The Tinkling of Anklets stars Vijay Anand, Rekha, Shreeram Lagoo, Leela Mishra and Dheeraj Kumar.
- When was The Tinkling of Anklets released?
- The Tinkling of Anklets was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.