वारिस (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film
Released in 1954, वारिस is a drama film directed by Nitin Bose, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. An inheritance melodrama about Kunwar (Mahmood), the son of zamindar Himmat Singh (Sethi). Kunmar marries Shobha (Suraiya) and is disinherited, forcing him to join the army during WW2. When he is reported missing and presumed dead, a repentant Rana invites Shobha to stay with him. However, it is Kanta (Nadira), a young woman betrayed by Rana's villainous secretary Kailash (Yakub), who arrives at the house and his mistaken for Shobha. Masquerading as Shobha, who lives nearby in absolute poverty, Kanta moves in, causing a moral dilemma and generating suspense since she could be caught at any moment.
Who’s in it. वारिस stars Talat Mahmood as Kunwar Singh, Suraiya as Shobha, Nadira as Kanta and Jagdish Sethi as Rana Himmat Singh, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch वारिस page.
If you liked it. Fans of वारिस tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch वारिस (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for वारिस change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in वारिस?
- वारिस stars Talat Mahmood, Suraiya, Nadira, Jagdish Sethi and Lala Yaqoob.
- When was वारिस released?
- वारिस was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.