Dharmputra (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1961, Dharmputra is a drama film directed by Yash Chopra, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. During the British rule in India, the families of Nawab Badruddin and Gulshan Rai in Delhi are so close that they virtually share the same house. Husn Bano, the daughter of the Nawab, has an affair with a young man named Hamid. When she gets pregnant, her lover abandons her.
Who’s in it. Dharmputra stars Mala Sinha, Shashi Kapoor as Dilip Rai, Rehman and Manmohan Krishna as Dr. Amrit Rai, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Dharmputra has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dharmputra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dharmputra tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dharmputra (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dharmputra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dharmputra worth watching?
- Dharmputra holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dharmputra?
- Dharmputra stars Mala Sinha, Shashi Kapoor, Rehman, Manmohan Krishna and Indrani Mukherjee.
- When was Dharmputra released?
- Dharmputra was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.