Chintamani (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1956, Chintamani is a drama and music film directed by P. S. Ramakrishna Rao, running about 148 minutes.
What it’s about. Chintamani, a courtesan, is a devotee of Lord Vishnu. Her strong faith impresses Lord Vishnu and he decides to help her with her problems.
Who’s in it. Chintamani stars Bhanumathi as Chintamani, N.T. Rama Rao as Bilwamangaludu, Jamuna as Radha and S. V. Ranga Rao as Bhavani Shankarudu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Chintamani 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 Chintamani page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chintamani tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chintamani (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chintamani change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chintamani worth watching?
- Chintamani holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chintamani?
- Chintamani stars Bhanumathi, N.T. Rama Rao, Jamuna, S. V. Ranga Rao and Relangi Venkata Ramaiah.
- When was Chintamani released?
- Chintamani was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.