Achanak (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1973, Achanak is a drama and crime film directed by Gulzar, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Dr. Chaudhary must perform multiple surgeries on Major Ranjeet Khanna, who was shot by the Police while trying to escape from custody after killing his wife, Pushpa, and her lover, Prakash. Chances of Ranjeet's recovery are very slim, if he does recover, he could end up mentally unstable or paralyzed. In the event he does recover, the medical staff's efforts would be in vain as he has already been found guilty and sentenced to be hanged.
Who’s in it. Achanak stars Vinod Khanna as Major Ranjeet Khanna, Om Shivpuri as Dr. Chaudhary, Iftekhar as Col. Bakshi and Lily Chakravarty as Pushpa Bakshi / Pushpa Khanna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Achanak has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Achanak page.
If you liked it. Fans of Achanak tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Achanak (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Achanak change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Achanak worth watching?
- Achanak holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Achanak?
- Achanak stars Vinod Khanna, Om Shivpuri, Iftekhar, Lily Chakravarty and Farida Jalal.