Mahal (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1949, Mahal is a drama, horror and romance film directed by Kamal Amrohi, running about 165 minutes.
What it’s about. A young lawyer is involved with a ghostly woman in his new house, where the builder and his fiancée died shortly after it was built.
Who’s in it. Mahal stars Madhubala as Kamini/Asha, Ashok Kumar as Hari Shankar, Vijayalakshmi as Ranjana and Kanu Roy as Shrinath, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Mahal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mahal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mahal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mahal (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mahal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mahal worth watching?
- Mahal holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mahal?
- Mahal stars Madhubala, Ashok Kumar, Vijayalakshmi, Kanu Roy and M. Kumar.