Kanyadan (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1965, Kanyadan is a drama film directed by Phani Majumdar, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Tells the story of a young Maithil girl married off as a child into a match arranged through traditional customs. Widely acknowledged as the first Maithili-language feature film.
Who’s in it. Kanyadan stars Lata Sinha, Chand Usmani, Tarun Bose and Asit Sen.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Kanyadan 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 Kanyadan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kanyadan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kanyadan (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kanyadan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kanyadan worth watching?
- Kanyadan holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Kanyadan?
- Kanyadan stars Lata Sinha, Chand Usmani, Tarun Bose and Asit Sen.
- When was Kanyadan released?
- Kanyadan was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.