Karz
कर्ज़
“People in love don't ask for a certificate of trust.”
Synopsis
Ravi Verma is killed by his wife Kamini in a plot to steal his family's wealth and property. He is reborn as Monty, a popular singer exploited by a crude businessman. When Monty hears Ravi's favorite tune, memories of his previous life and violent death resurface. With the help of his fiancee Tina, Monty seeks revenge against his murderer and restoration of the Verma family.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 11, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Subhash Ghai
- Screenplay & Story
- Rahi Masoom Raza
- Original Score
- Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar, Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma
- Original Title
- कर्ज़
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 39m
- Production Studios
- Mukta Arts Ltd
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Subhash Ghai
Rahi Masoom Raza
Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar, Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma
Akhtar Farooqui, Jagjit Khurana
Department Leadership Roster
Subhash Ghai
Director
Akhtar Farooqui
Producer
Jagjit Khurana
Producer
Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar
Original Music Composer
Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma
Original Music Composer
Rahi Masoom Raza
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Karz
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Karz about?
Ravi Verma is killed by his wife Kamini in a plot to steal his family's wealth and property. He is reborn as Monty, a popular singer exploited by a crude businessman. When Monty hears Ravi's favorite tune, memories of his previous life and violent death resurface. With the help of his fiancee Tina, Monty seeks revenge against his murderer and restoration of the Verma family.
Who directed Karz?
Karz was directed by Subhash Ghai.
Who stars in Karz?
The principal cast of Karz includes Rishi Kapoor, Tina Munim, Simi Garewal, Premnath Malhotra, Pran.
When was Karz released and how long is it?
Karz was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 2h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Karz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Karz was composed by Laxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar, Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Karz?
Karz holds official age classifications: IN: U (Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.).