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Anand

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Dr. Bhaskar Bannerjee (Amitabh Bachchan) struggles with his patients' suffering and the darkness and poverty he confronts daily in his native India. He treats a cancer patient, Anand Saigal (Rajesh Khanna), who upon learning of his impending death determines to use the time he has left to the absolute fullest. Bannarjee's experience with the patient leaves a profound impression on him, and so he writes a heartrending bestseller based on recorded interviews with Anand.

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Sukanya Verma Rediff.com Hrishikesh Mukerji's joyous titular hero diagnosed with a terminal disease imparts the significance of live for the moment like few have and fewer will. Aug 27, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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jenish p This movie has really motivating storyline. In this movie the Direct shows the phylosofy of life, death & importance of happiness. From my opinions you should watch this movie atleast once. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/19/24 Full Review Anshul S A timeless classic!! One of the best movie from Hindi film industry!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/30/23 Full Review Neeraj P Truly a timeless masterpiece. The direction , the acting , the soundtrack, the cinematography every thing is top notch . This movie was way ahead of its time and one of the best movies ever from Bollywood cinema . Must watch . Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/18/23 Full Review Audience Member In one word, Amazing. Salute to the filmmakers and all the crew members for making film on such concept at that period of time. This film will teach you how to enjoy your life no matter what difficulty you are going through. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Audience Member Teach you meaning of life Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member Best story,best direction,good acting Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/16/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Dr. Bhaskar Bannerjee (Amitabh Bachchan) struggles with his patients' suffering and the darkness and poverty he confronts daily in his native India. He treats a cancer patient, Anand Saigal (Rajesh Khanna), who upon learning of his impending death determines to use the time he has left to the absolute fullest. Bannarjee's experience with the patient leaves a profound impression on him, and so he writes a heartrending bestseller based on recorded interviews with Anand.
Director
Hrishikesh Mukherjee
Producer
Hrishikesh Mukherjee, N.C. Sippy
Screenwriter
Bimal Dutta, Gulzar, D.N. Mukherjee, Hrishikesh Mukherjee
Production Co
Rupam Chitra
Genre
Drama, Musical
Original Language
Hindi
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 29, 2016
Runtime
2h 2m