Plot — What is Pardesi about?
This first co-production of the Soviet and Indian cinematographers is dedicated to the Tver merchant Afanasy Nikitin who in 1466-1472 blazed the trade way from Europe to India. The film is based on Nikitin’s travel notes. Starring in the film are popular Russian actor Oleg Strizhenov and India’s 1950s movie star Nargis.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Adventure, History |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 144 min |
| Audience Score | 62% (6.2/10, 9 votes) |
Pardesi — FAQ
Is Pardesi worth watching? Pardesi holds a 6.2/10 rating from 9 viewers. This first co-production of the Soviet and Indian cinematographers is dedicated to the Tver merchant Afanasy Nikitin who in 1466-1472 blazed the trade way from Europe to India. The film is based on Nikitin’s travel notes
Who directed Pardesi? Directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas.
Who is in the cast of Pardesi? It stars Nargis, Oleg Strizhenov, Padmini, Prithviraj Kapoor, Manmohan Krishna, P. Jairaj and more.
Where can I stream Pardesi? You can stream Pardesi on Eros Now Select Apple TV channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Pardesi release? It released in 1957.
