Amrapali (1966): Cast & Plot
Amrapali is a 1966 romantic drama directed by Lekh Tandon, starring Vyjayanthimala as Amrapali, Sunil Dutt and Bipin Gupta. It runs 2 hours 1 minute.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 1m (121 min)
- Director
- Lekh Tandon
- Original language
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Hindi - Studio
- Eagle Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Amrapali About?
The premise of Amrapali without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Following a disastrous campaign, Emperor Ajaatshatru disguises himself as a footsoldier within the enemy ranks, hoping to sabotage them from within. While undercover, he becomes enamored with Amrapali, a celebrated royal courtesan, forcing him to weigh his political ambitions against his newfound love.
Amrapali Cast & Characters
Vyjayanthimala leads the cast as Amrapali, with Sunil Dutt as Magadh Samrat Ajaatha Shatru and Bipin Gupta as Vaishali's Samrat. Directed by Lekh Tandon; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Lekh Tandon
- Vyjayanthimala as Amrapali
- Sunil Dutt as Magadh Samrat Ajaatha Shatru
- Bipin Gupta as Vaishali's Samrat
- Narendra Nath as Gautama Buddha
Also Starring in Amrapali
· 6 more- K.N. Singh Balbadra SIngh
- Premnath Malhotra Senpati Veer of Magadh
- Ruby Myers Vaishali's Empress
- Gajanan Jagirdar Kulpati Mahanam
- Mridula Rani Raj Mata (Ajaat Shatru's Mother)
- Baburao Pendharkar In the song Neel Gagan Ki
More from Lekh Tandon
More films directed by Lekh Tandon: Agar Tum Na Hote, Prince, Jhuk Gaya Aasman and Professor.
Amrapali Plot Summary
What happens in Amrapali from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Maharaja Ajatashatru, Sunil Dutt, of Magadha, is never satisfied by victory; Vaishali remains the last unconquered city, and his hunger for conquest grows despite forewarnings from astrologers and the cautions of his trusted Senapati, K. N. Singh. Even his mother pleads for mercy and restraint, but Ajatashatru presses on, chasing glory and power with a stubborn will that blinds him to the cost. The path to one more triumph leads him into a brutal confrontation with Vaishali’s defenses, and the result is a crushing defeat that leaves his army weary and his plans in disarray.
Full summary
The whole story of Amrapali, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Amrapali?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which actor portrayed Maharaja Ajatashatru in the film?
Amrapali Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “阿姆拉帕里” and “Амрапали”.
- Also known as
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- 阿姆拉帕里
- Амрапали
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Amrapali FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Amrapali, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Amrapali?
Amrapali runs 2 hours 1 minute (121 minutes).
When was Amrapali released?
Amrapali was released on September 11, 1966.
Who directed Amrapali?
Amrapali was directed by Lekh Tandon.
More films by Lekh Tandon Who is in the cast of Amrapali?
Amrapali stars Vyjayanthimala as Amrapali, Sunil Dutt as Magadh Samrat Ajaatha Shatru and Bipin Gupta as Vaishali's Samrat, among 10 credited actors.
Does Amrapali have a post-credit scene?
No. Amrapali has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Amrapali in?
The original language of Amrapali is Hindi.
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