Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972): Cast & Plot
Mere Jeevan Saathi is a 1972 romantic action film directed by Ravikant Nagaich, starring Rajesh Khanna as Prakash, K.N. Singh and Helen. It runs 2 hours 22 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 22m (142 min)
- Director
- Ravikant Nagaich
- Original language
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Hindi - Studio
- Shilpkar
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mere Jeevan Saathi About?
The premise of Mere Jeevan Saathi without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A gifted artist falls in love with a doctor, but a tragic accident robs him of his sight and leaves him imprisoned by a ruthless princess. He manages to escape against all odds, and a compassionate stranger rescues him, nursing him back to health. Upon returning, he discovers the woman he loves is now betrothed to the very man who saved him.
Mere Jeevan Saathi Themes & Keywords
· 27 tags- love
- three word title
- party
- painter
- painting
- song
- flirting
- jealousy
- blindness
- bouquet
- welcome party
- sunglasses
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- happiness
- sadness
- eye surgery
- femme fatale
- engagement
- blind man
- abstract painting
- princess
- artist
- rags to riches
- airport
- convertible
- captive
- car accident
- heart attack
Mere Jeevan Saathi Cast & Characters
Rajesh Khanna leads the cast as Prakash, with K.N. Singh as Gobindram (Prakash's Father) and Helen as Kamini. Directed by Ravikant Nagaich; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Ravikant Nagaich
- Rajesh Khanna as Prakash
- K.N. Singh as Gobindram (Prakash's Father)
- Helen as Kamini
- Tanuja Samarth as Jyoti Verma (as Tanujaa)
Also Starring in Mere Jeevan Saathi
· 5 more- Nazir Hussain Lalaji (Jyoti's Father)
- Sujit Kumar Captain Vinod
- Utpal Dutt Captain Vinod's Father
- Sulochana Latkar Captain Vinod's Mother
- Bindu Desai Kamal
More from Ravikant Nagaich
More films directed by Ravikant Nagaich: Surakksha and The Train.
Mere Jeevan Saathi Plot Summary
What happens in Mere Jeevan Saathi from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Prakash, Rajesh Khanna, is the son of a wealthy but demanding father, K.N. Singh who goes by Gobindram. Gobindram dares his son to prove his talent by earning a one-time meal from his art, not by relying on family wealth. Prakash leaves home to pursue painting, trying to sell his canvases, yet his early efforts meet with disappointment. A glamorous turn arrives when Princess Kamini, a seductive playgirl brought to life by the screen’s glitter, Helen, introduces him to the dazzling world of glamour. Under her influence, Prakash shifts his painting style to suit modern tastes, but despite the surface glitter, his core remains kind and generous.
Full summary
The whole story of Mere Jeevan Saathi, scene by scene
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Who plays the role of the painter Prakash in the film?
Mere Jeevan Saathi Also Known As
Also known as “Жизнь чудесна”.
- Also known as
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- Жизнь чудесна
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Mere Jeevan Saathi FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Mere Jeevan Saathi, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mere Jeevan Saathi?
Mere Jeevan Saathi runs 2 hours 22 minutes (142 minutes).
When was Mere Jeevan Saathi released?
Mere Jeevan Saathi was released on September 22, 1972.
Who directed Mere Jeevan Saathi?
Mere Jeevan Saathi was directed by Ravikant Nagaich.
More films by Ravikant Nagaich Who is in the cast of Mere Jeevan Saathi?
Mere Jeevan Saathi stars Rajesh Khanna as Prakash, K.N. Singh as Gobindram (Prakash's Father) and Helen as Kamini, among 9 credited actors.
Does Mere Jeevan Saathi have a post-credit scene?
No. Mere Jeevan Saathi has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Mere Jeevan Saathi in?
The original language of Mere Jeevan Saathi is Hindi.
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