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Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai (1961): Cast & Plot

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Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai is a 1961 comedy drama directed by Nasir Hussain, starring Asha Parekh as Nisha R. Singh, Dev Anand and Mubarak. It runs 2 hours 20 minutes.

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Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai (1961) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
2h 20m (140 min)
Director
Nasir Hussain
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
Hindi
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The story

What Is Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai About?

The premise of Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Nisha is preparing for her wedding when she discovers that her fiancé Sunder was previously married to another woman, who has since disappeared and for whom he is accused of murder. Sunder frantically tries to construct an explanation that will clear his name and preserve their upcoming marriage.

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Cast & crew

Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai Cast & Characters

Asha Parekh leads the cast as Nisha R. Singh, with Dev Anand as Sunder / Popat Lal / Monto and Mubarak as Sardar Roop Singh. Directed by Nasir Hussain; 13 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Nasir Hussain

More films directed by Nasir Hussain: Hum Kisise Kum Naheen, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Caravan and Baharon Ke Sapne.

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Plot

Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai Plot Summary

What happens in Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Nisha Asha Parekh R. Singh hails from a very wealthy family in Neelgaon, India, and she has reached the age where marriage weighs heavily on her future. Her father, the shrewd Sardar Roop Singh Mubarak, hopes to seal an alliance with his friend’s son, Sohan, a match Nisha does not welcome. On a journey to Darjeeling with a dance troupe, she crosses paths with Popat Lal, the son of one of Roop Singh’s business associates, Dev Anand, and after a series of lighthearted misadventures, the pair discover a sincere and undeniable affection for one another.

Full summary

The whole story of Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai?

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 legendary actor stars as the charming man who introduces himself as Popat Lal?

Cars

Cars in Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai

1 car on screen: the 1950 De Soto Diplomat Utility.

  • 1950 De Soto Diplomat Utility in Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai 1950 De Soto Diplomat Utility

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Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai?

Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

When was Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai released?

Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai was released in 1961.

Who directed Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai?

Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai was directed by Nasir Hussain.

More films by Nasir Hussain

Who is in the cast of Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai?

Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai stars Asha Parekh as Nisha R. Singh, Dev Anand as Sunder / Popat Lal / Monto and Mubarak as Sardar Roop Singh, among 13 credited actors.

Does Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai have a post-credit scene?

No. Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai in?

The original language of Jab Pyar Kisise Hota Hai is Hindi.

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