Where to watch Nishant (1975)
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- Hindi
- 2h 16m
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Story
A woman is taken against her will by powerful men in her village. Her husband desperately tries to bring the perpetrators to justice, but the community refuses to support his cause. Trapped in a difficult situation, the woman struggles with shame and fear, making it hard for her to return to her former life even as her husband fights for accountability.
Why watch
- Directed by Shyam Benegal, a significant Hindi cinema filmmaker
- Features Shabana Azmi and Smita Patil in leading roles
- A crime drama exploring complex social issues in rural India
Good for: Mature viewers interested in serious drama exploring difficult social themes; not suitable for family viewing.
Cast
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Shabana AzmiSushila
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Girish KarnadSchoolmaster
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Anant NagAnjaiya
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Amrish PuriEldest Zamindar
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Satyadev DubeyPriest (Pujari)
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Smita PatilRukmini
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Naseeruddin ShahVishwam
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Mohan AgashePrasad
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Kulbhushan Kharbanda
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Sadhu Meher
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Savita Bajaj
- Master Altaf
- Suresh Bedi
- Rukmini Menon
- Sesham Raju
Frequently asked questions
Which OTT platform is Nishant streaming on?
Nishant is currently available in India on Amazon Prime Video and ShemarooMe.
Can I watch Nishant for free?
Yes, you can watch Nishant free and legally on ShemarooMe.
Is Nishant on Netflix?
No, Nishant is not on Netflix in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video and ShemarooMe.
Is Nishant on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes, Nishant is available on Amazon Prime Video in India. More Hindi movies on Amazon Prime Video →
Is Nishant on JioHotstar?
No, Nishant is not on JioHotstar in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video and ShemarooMe.
When was Nishant released?
Nishant released in theatres in India on 6 Jun 1975.
Who is in the cast of Nishant?
Nishant stars Shabana Azmi, Girish Karnad, Anant Nag, Amrish Puri and Satyadev Dubey. Shabana Azmi movies on OTT →
Who directed Nishant?
Nishant is directed by Shyam Benegal. All movies directed by Shyam Benegal →
How long is Nishant?
Nishant runs for 2h 16m (136 minutes).
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