Solva Saal (1958): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Solva Saal is a 1958 romantic drama directed by Raj Khosla, starring Waheeda Rehman as Laaj, Dev Anand and Jagdeep. It runs 2 hours 15 minutes. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
- Release year
- Runtime
- 2h 15m (135 min)
- Director
- Raj Khosla
- Original language
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Hindi - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Solva Saal About?
The premise of Solva Saal without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Classmates Laaj (Waheeda Rehman) and Shyam decide to elope to Bombay, taking Laaj’s precious necklace they plan to pawn for travel expenses. On the train, clever journalist Pran (Dev Anand) overhears their scheme and tails them, hoping for a scoop. When Shyam grabs the necklace and bolts, Pran intervenes, leading to a lively, song‑filled adventure full of intrigue, romance, and comic twists.
Solva Saal Themes & Keywords
· 20 tags- necklace
- arranged marriage
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- elopement
- train
- train station
- harmonica
- train compartment
- father daughter relationship
- betrayal
- theft
- reporter
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- taxi
- attempted suicide
- jeweler
- lie
- film studio
- pursuit
- aspiring actress
- director cameo
Where to Watch Solva Saal
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Solva Saal Cast & Characters
Waheeda Rehman leads the cast as Laaj, with Dev Anand as Prannath Kashyap and Jagdeep as Child Artist. Directed by Raj Khosla; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Raj Khosla
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Waheeda Rehman as Laaj - Dev Anand as Prannath Kashyap
- Jagdeep as Child Artist
- Sunder as Gogi
Also Starring in Solva Saal
· 3 more- Bipin Gupta Shankarlal
- Sheela Vaz Dancer in 'Dekho Mohe Laga Solva Saal'
- Bir Sakuja Biharilal
Solva Saal Plot Summary
What happens in Solva Saal 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
Laaj, Waheeda Rehman, whose father has arranged her marriage to his doctor friend’s acquaintance, takes a family heirloom—a string of pearl necklaces—and elopes with her beau Shyam to Bombay. The escape is driven by a mix of youth, desire, and a sense of independence, all set against the bustling backdrop of a city that promises both danger and possibility. The plan unfolds with a flutter of nerves and excitement as the couple boards a train, hoping to start a new life far from familial expectations.
Full summary
The whole story of Solva Saal, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Solva Saal?
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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Solva Saal Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “सोलहवाँ साल” and “Sixteenth Year”.
- Also known as
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- सोलहवाँ साल
- Sixteenth Year
- Шестнадцатилетняя
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Solva Saal FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, post-credit scenes and language of Solva Saal, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Solva Saal?
Solva Saal runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
When was Solva Saal released?
Solva Saal was released in 1958.
Who directed Solva Saal?
Solva Saal was directed by Raj Khosla.
More films by Raj Khosla Who is in the cast of Solva Saal?
Solva Saal stars Waheeda Rehman as Laaj, Dev Anand as Prannath Kashyap and Jagdeep as Child Artist, among 7 credited actors.
Where can I watch Solva Saal?
In the US, Solva Saal is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video (availability from JustWatch).
Does Solva Saal have a post-credit scene?
No. Solva Saal has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Solva Saal in?
The original language of Solva Saal is Hindi.
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