Paanch Qaidi (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, Paanch Qaidi is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Shibu Mitra, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. Once upon a time in a village a dacoit named Daku Mangal Singh (Ranjeet) harasses the villagers for lagaan, When Inspector-in-charge Vijay (Girish Karnad) gets transferred to that village he encounters Daku Mangal Singh (Ranjeet) and makes a plan to set the village free of the menace. This story is about five criminals who were taken by the inspector-in-charge Vijay for help to the village. Inspector Vijay take those criminals at his own risk as the higher authority denies his approval. Daku Mangal Singh also exploits women in the village. Does Vijay succeed in his mission.
Who’s in it. Paanch Qaidi stars Mahendra Sandhu, Sarika, Amjad Khan and Vijayendra Ghatge, among others.
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 Paanch Qaidi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paanch Qaidi tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paanch Qaidi (1981)?
- In US, Paanch Qaidi is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Paanch Qaidi?
- Paanch Qaidi stars Mahendra Sandhu, Sarika, Amjad Khan, Vijayendra Ghatge and Ranjeet.