Jhansi Ki Rani (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1953, Jhansi Ki Rani is a drama and history film directed by Sohrab Modi, running about 148 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the 19th century against the backdrop of the Mutiny of 1857, the film is about the bravery of queen Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi, who took up arms and led her army against the British.
Who’s in it. Jhansi Ki Rani stars Mehtab as Rani Laxmibai / Manu, Sohrab Modi as Raj Guru, Mubarak as Raja of Jhansi (Raja Gangadhar Rao) and Ulhas as Ghulam Ghaus Khan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Jhansi Ki Rani has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel and Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jhansi Ki Rani page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jhansi Ki Rani tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jhansi Ki Rani (1953)?
- In US, Jhansi Ki Rani is available to stream on Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel and Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Jhansi Ki Rani worth watching?
- Jhansi Ki Rani holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jhansi Ki Rani?
- Jhansi Ki Rani stars Mehtab, Sohrab Modi, Mubarak, Ulhas and Ram Singh.
- When was Jhansi Ki Rani released?
- Jhansi Ki Rani was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.