Brahmachari (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1938, Brahmachari is a drama film directed by Vinayak Damodar Karnataki, running about 152 minutes.
What it’s about. This film addresses the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu organization emphasizing celibacy and discipline, which became the power base of the right-wing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Who’s in it. Brahmachari stars Vinayak Damodar Karnataki as Audumbar, Meenakshi Shirodkar as Kishori, G.D. Madgulkar and V.G. Jog, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Brahmachari sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brahmachari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brahmachari tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brahmachari (1938)?
- In US, Brahmachari is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Brahmachari worth watching?
- Brahmachari holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Brahmachari?
- Brahmachari stars Vinayak Damodar Karnataki, Meenakshi Shirodkar, G.D. Madgulkar, V.G. Jog and Salvi.
- When was Brahmachari released?
- Brahmachari was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 152 minutes.