Yugandhar (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1979, Yugandhar is an action, crime, thriller and comedy film directed by K. S. R. Das, running about 159 minutes.

What it’s about. When Yugandhar, a ruthless don, gets killed in a police encounter, Jaganath, the police superintendent, trains his lookalike to pose as the don and help nab his gang. It is remake of Hindi film Don (1978).

Who’s in it. Yugandhar stars N.T. Rama Rao as Yugandhar / Vijay, Jayasudha as Jaya, Kaikala Satyanarayana as Ram Singh and Kongara Jaggayya as SP Jagannath, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Yugandhar sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yugandhar page.

If you liked it. Fans of Yugandhar 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 Yugandhar (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yugandhar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Yugandhar worth watching?
Yugandhar holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, crime, thriller and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Yugandhar?
Yugandhar stars N.T. Rama Rao, Jayasudha, Kaikala Satyanarayana, Kongara Jaggayya and Prabhakar Reddy.
When was Yugandhar released?
Yugandhar was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 159 minutes.