Paapi (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1953, Paapi is a drama and crime film directed by Chandulal Shah, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. On the run from the police, an atheist masquerades as a religious icon.
Who’s in it. Paapi stars Raj Kapoor as Raju / Swami Satyananand, Nargis as Lachhi, Dulari as Chameli and P. Kailash as Havaldar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Paapi sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paapi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paapi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paapi (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paapi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paapi worth watching?
- Paapi holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Paapi?
- Paapi stars Raj Kapoor, Nargis, Dulari, P. Kailash and Ramesh Thakur.
- When was Paapi released?
- Paapi was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.