Ankur
1974, Hindi. Directed by Shyam Benegal.
In a small Indian village, a destitute woman's barren, alcoholic husband absconds after stealing toddy. Alone to fend for herself, she ends up relying on the affections of her landlord's to-be-married son who recently returned to look after the estate.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Hindi
- Rated
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- Released
- 20 July 1974
- Original title
- अंकुर
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Shyam Benegal
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How long is Ankur?
Ankur runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
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Which OTT platform is Ankur on?
Ankur isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ankur?
If you liked Ankur, try Homebound, The Young One, The Nest.
Who directed Ankur?
Ankur (1974) was directed by Shyam Benegal and stars Shabana Azmi, Anant Nag, Sadhu Meher.