Doorada Betta (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 9

Doorada Betta poster

Released in 1973, Doorada Betta is a family and drama film directed by Siddalingaiah, running about 169 minutes.

What it’s about. The film starred Rajkumar and Bharathi Vishnuvardhan. It had Balakrishna, K. S. Ashwath and Sampath playing supporting roles. The film, along with Mooruvare Vajragalu (1973), was Rajkumar's last movie in black-and-white. However, this movie had a few sequences shot in colour. This was also the last film where Rajkumar and Bharathi were seen together. This was also Rajkumar's last collaboration with Siddalingaiah. The film is seen as a landmark in the career of Siddalingaiah.The movie saw a theatrical run of 25 weeks.

Who’s in it. Doorada Betta stars Dr. Rajkumar as Shivu, Bharathi Rao as Gowri, T. N. Balakrishna and K. S. Ashwath, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Doorada Betta 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 Doorada Betta page.

If you liked it. Fans of Doorada Betta tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Doorada Betta (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doorada Betta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Doorada Betta worth watching?
Doorada Betta holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Doorada Betta?
Doorada Betta stars Dr. Rajkumar, Bharathi Rao, T. N. Balakrishna, K. S. Ashwath and Sampath.
When was Doorada Betta released?
Doorada Betta was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 169 minutes.