Akela
1941, Hindi. Directed by Pessi Kara.
A blacksmith named Budhwa, who is "too ugly to get a life-mate," is set to marry a woman named Maina. However, Maina is secretly in love with another man and has to make a difficult decision on her wedding night. The film follows the chain of events that unfold after this choice, as Budhwa and Maina's lives become intertwined in unexpected ways.
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Hindi
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Akela runs 134 minutes (2h 14m).
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Akela isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 August 1941.
What movies are like Akela?
If you liked Akela, try Monsoon Wedding, A Nice Indian Boy, What's Love Got to Do with It?.
Who directed Akela?
Akela (1941) was directed by Pessi Kara and stars Bibbo, Mazhar Khan, Eddie Billimoria.