Raja Rani (1973): Cast & Plot
Raja Rani is a 1973 romantic film directed by Sachin Bhowmick, starring Rajesh Khanna as Raja, Sharmila Tagore and Iftekhar. It runs 2 hours 14 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 14m (134 min)
- Director
- Sachin Bhowmick
- Genre
- Romance
- Original language
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Hindi - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Raja Rani About?
The premise of Raja Rani without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After his mother’s death, the boy Raja is drawn into crime, growing into a hardened thief. Years later, seeking freedom, he concocts a marriage as a clever escape scheme, only to be apprehended shortly thereafter, forcing him to confront the consequences of his choices.
Raja Rani Cast & Characters
Rajesh Khanna leads the cast as Raja, with Sharmila Tagore as Nirmala 'Rani' and Iftekhar as Suresh's Father. Directed by Sachin Bhowmick; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sachin Bhowmick
- Rajesh Khanna as Raja
- Sharmila Tagore as Nirmala 'Rani'
- Iftekhar as Suresh's Father
- Farida Jalal as Anita
Also Starring in Raja Rani
· 10 more- Asit Sen Lala
- David Abraham Cheulkar John F. Perriera
- Achala Sachdev Mrs. Sarita Devi Das
- Sujit Kumar Ravi
- Mumtaz Askari Guest Appearance
- Manmohan Shankar Dada
- Dulari Suresh's Mother
- Kumari Naaz Usha - Shamlal's Wife
- Uma Dutt Nirmala's Uncle
- Tina Misquitta Birthday Guest
Raja Rani Plot Summary
What happens in Raja Rani from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
From the opening, the story centers on Nirmala ‘Rani’, a young widow who is forced to sacrifice her modesty to save her child from illness, a choice that tragically ends in her death. The loss haunts the child, who, upon witnessing his mother’s death, runs away and grows into a clever thief named Raja. Raja is not only strikingly handsome but also exceptionally perceptive, able to slip away from the long arm of the law as he drifts through a life of steady, skillful heists. He shares a cramped, pragmatic bond with his friend Tony, and together they navigate a world where danger lingers at every corner.
Full summary
The whole story of Raja Rani, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Raja Rani?
9 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 actress portrayed Nirmala, also known as Rani?
Raja Rani Also Known As
Also known as “Раджа и Рани”.
- Also known as
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- Раджа и Рани
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Raja Rani FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Raja Rani, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Raja Rani?
Raja Rani runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
When was Raja Rani released?
Raja Rani was released on January 15, 1973.
Who directed Raja Rani?
Raja Rani was directed by Sachin Bhowmick.
Who is in the cast of Raja Rani?
Raja Rani stars Rajesh Khanna as Raja, Sharmila Tagore as Nirmala 'Rani' and Iftekhar as Suresh's Father, among 14 credited actors.
Does Raja Rani have a post-credit scene?
No. Raja Rani has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Raja Rani in?
The original language of Raja Rani is Hindi.
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