Upkar (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1967, Upkar is a drama and family film directed by Manoj Kumar, running about 175 minutes.
What it’s about. Widowed Radha lives in rural India in the 1960s, along with two sons: Bharat and Puran. While she would like to educate her sons and ensure that they lead good lives, she cannot do so on her own, and must sacrifice the career of one son so that the second can achieve this goal. Bharat sacrifices everything to educate his brother Puran. However, Puran turns into a greedy man and gets involved in drug trafficking in order to make money.
Who’s in it. Upkar stars Manoj Kumar as Bharat, Asha Parekh as Kavita, Prem Chopra as Puran Kumar and Pran as Malang Chacha, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Upkar has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Upkar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Upkar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Upkar (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Upkar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Upkar worth watching?
- Upkar holds an audience score of 5.2 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 Upkar?
- Upkar stars Manoj Kumar, Asha Parekh, Prem Chopra, Pran and Kanhaiyalal.
- When was Upkar released?
- Upkar was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 175 minutes.