Mela (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film
Released in 1948, Mela is a drama and romance film directed by S.U. Sunny.
What it’s about. A convicted murderer is released from prison. His only possession is a broken figurine - the last token of his love. The tragic story of how he came to be incarcerated and the significance of the figurine is the subject of this tale of star-crossed lovers whose destiny is moulded by society's rigid rules and the villainy of a scoundrel.
Who’s in it. Mela stars Dilip Kumar as Mohan, Nargis as Manjo, Jeevan and Noor Jehan, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mela page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mela tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mela (1948)?
- In US, Mela is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Mela?
- Mela stars Dilip Kumar, Nargis, Jeevan, Noor Jehan and Rehman.
- When was Mela released?
- Mela was released in 1948.