Aar Paar
आर पार
Synopsis
Kalu is a taxi-driver in Bombay, India. He has two women who love him and would like to marry him. Kalu first wants to establish himself, and become rich, before he can even think of marriage. One of the women who loves him, has a father who is involved in gangster-type activities, and would like Kalu also to join him so that he can get rich soon. Kalu has now to decide to become rich quick or sleep better.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guru Dutt
- Screenplay & Story
- Nabendu Ghosh
- Original Title
- आर पार
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 26m
- Production Studios
- Guru Dutt Films Pvt. Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Guru Dutt
Nabendu Ghosh, Abrar Alvi
V.K. Murthy
Y.G. Chawhan
Guru Dutt
Department Leadership Roster
V.K. Murthy
Director of Photography
Guru Dutt
Director
Abrar Alvi
Writer
Nabendu Ghosh
Screenplay
Y.G. Chawhan
Editor
Jaggi
Costume Design
Guru Dutt
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aar Paar
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What is Aar Paar about?
Kalu is a taxi-driver in Bombay, India. He has two women who love him and would like to marry him. Kalu first wants to establish himself, and become rich, before he can even think of marriage. One of the women who loves him, has a father who is involved in gangster-type activities, and would like Kalu also to join him so that he can get rich soon. Kalu has now to decide to become rich quick or sleep better.
Who directed Aar Paar?
Aar Paar was directed by Guru Dutt.
Who stars in Aar Paar?
The principal cast of Aar Paar includes Guru Dutt, Shyama, Jagdish Sethi, Johnny Walker, Jagdeep.
When was Aar Paar released and how long is it?
Aar Paar was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 2h 26m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Aar Paar?
Aar Paar holds official age classifications: IN: U (Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.).