Babul
Synopsis
The story follows a mother with two sons—one her real son, a careless criminal, and the other unrelated to her but deeply devoted. While the kind son’s acts of compassion help him overcome every hardship, the criminal son struggles to earn his mother’s love and respect, learning that worth is proven through actions, not blood. The film is considered Sultan Rahi’s first major film and won five Nigar Awards, including Best Punjabi Film of 1971.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Iqbal Kashmiri
- Screenplay & Story
- Tanvir Kazmi, Tanvir Naqvi, Saleem Kashar
- Original Title
- Babul
- Spoken Languages
- Punjabi
- Runtime
- 2h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Iqbal Kashmiri
Tanvir Kazmi, Tanvir Naqvi, Saleem Kashar
Department Leadership Roster
Iqbal Kashmiri
Director
Tanvir Kazmi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Babul
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Babul about?
The story follows a mother with two sons—one her real son, a careless criminal, and the other unrelated to her but deeply devoted. While the kind son’s acts of compassion help him overcome every hardship, the criminal son struggles to earn his mother’s love and respect, learning that worth is proven through actions, not blood. The film is considered Sultan Rahi’s first major film and won five Nigar Awards, including Best Punjabi Film of 1971.
Who directed Babul?
Babul was directed by Iqbal Kashmiri.
Who stars in Babul?
The principal cast of Babul includes Yousuf Khan, Sultan Rahi, Nabeela, Rani, Aliya Begam.
When was Babul released and how long is it?
Babul was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 2h 26m.