Mayakanan (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1953, Mayakanan is a drama and crime film directed by P.C. Barua.
What it’s about. The story follows two friends, Mohan and Bhola, who stumble upon a mysterious garden house called "Mayakanan." The house is owned by Dr. Naresh Ray, a wealthy scientist with a dark secret. When Ray sets his sights on Shanta, Mohan's fiancée, he resorts to sinister tactics to win her over.
Who’s in it. Mayakanan stars P.C. Barua as Mohan, Kumar Mitra as Bhola, Prabhat Singha as Dr. Naresh Ray and Radharani as Shanta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Mayakanan 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 Mayakanan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mayakanan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mayakanan (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mayakanan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mayakanan worth watching?
- Mayakanan holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mayakanan?
- Mayakanan stars P.C. Barua, Kumar Mitra, Prabhat Singha, Radharani and Anjali Devi.
- When was Mayakanan released?
- Mayakanan was released in 1953.