Umrao Jaan
1981, Hindi. Directed by Muzaffar Ali.
Amiran is sold to a brothel by a corrupt cop after her father testifies against him. Many years later, she grows up to be an accomplished poetess and a renowned courtesan, Umrao Jaan.
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Hindi
- Rated
- U
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- Released
- 16 March 1981
- Original title
- امراؤ جان
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Shama Zaidi, Javed Siddiqui, Muzaffar Ali
- Budget
- $60K
- Box office
- $2.4M
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What Umrao Jaan is based on
Umrao Jaan is based on Umrao Jaan Ada, an 1899 novel by Mirza Hadi Ruswa.
Novel · 1899
Umrao Jaan Ada
By Mirza Hadi Ruswa
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Umrao Jaan: quick answers
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How long is Umrao Jaan?
Umrao Jaan runs 150 minutes (2h 30m).
Does Umrao Jaan have a post-credits scene?
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Umrao Jaan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Umrao Jaan is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Umrao Jaan on?
Umrao Jaan isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 March 1981. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Umrao Jaan?
If you liked Umrao Jaan, try Center Stage: Turn It Up, Footloose, Pure Country 2: The Gift.
Who directed Umrao Jaan?
Umrao Jaan (1981) was directed by Muzaffar Ali and stars Rekha, Farooq Shaikh, Naseeruddin Shah.
What is Umrao Jaan based on?
Umrao Jaan is based on Umrao Jaan Ada, an 1899 novel by Mirza Hadi Ruswa.