Sanam (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 2.5

Sanam poster

Released in 1997, Sanam is a drama and romance film directed by Aziz Sejawal, running about 156 minutes.

What it’s about. Gaurav lives a wealthy lifestyle, gets everything he wants except the love of his parents and family. Even though he lives with his parents, they love his elder brother Narendra more. After an unfortunate incident, Gaurav joins the army to prove himself to his father, where he discovers a terrorist plot that could put his family and his country at risk.

Who’s in it. Sanam stars Vivek Mushran as Gaurav, Manisha Koirala as Sanam, Sanjay Dutt as Narendra Anand (Hero) and Shakti Kapoor as Angara, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Sanam has proved divisive with audiences.

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 Sanam page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sanam tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sanam (1997)?
In US, Sanam is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sanam worth watching?
Sanam holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sanam?
Sanam stars Vivek Mushran, Manisha Koirala, Sanjay Dutt, Shakti Kapoor and Anupam Kher.
When was Sanam released?
Sanam was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 156 minutes.