Bhumika (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1977, Bhumika is a drama film directed by Shyam Benegal, running about 136 minutes.
What it’s about. A girl learns music from her courtesan grandmother and breaks into the burgeoning show business industry of 1930s Bombay, which eventually leads to decades of superstardom as well as romantic entanglements.
Who’s in it. Bhumika stars Smita Patil as Usha, Anant Nag as Rajan, Naseeruddin Shah as Sunil Verma and Amrish Puri as Vinayak Kale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Bhumika has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bhumika page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bhumika tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bhumika (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bhumika change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bhumika worth watching?
- Bhumika holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bhumika?
- Bhumika stars Smita Patil, Anant Nag, Naseeruddin Shah, Amrish Puri and Amol Palekar.
- When was Bhumika released?
- Bhumika was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.