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| Be-Imaan | |
|---|---|
 Poster | |
| Directed by | Sohanlal Kanwar |
| Written by | Ved Rahi |
| Screenplay by | Ram Kelkar |
| Story by | Sachin Bhowmick |
| Produced by | Sohanlal Kanwar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Radhu Karmakar |
| Edited by | Nand Kumar |
| Music by | Shankar Jaikishan |
Production company | Filmnagar |
| Distributed by | Filmnagar |
Release date |
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Running time | 147 mins |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Be-Imaan (lit. 'Dishonest') is a 1972 Hindi-language film directed by Sohanlal Kanwar. The film stars Manoj Kumar, Raakhee, Premnath, Pran, Prem Chopra and Tun Tun.This film won 7 awards including best movie, best director and best actor. [1]
The music is by Shankar Jaikishan. The film was remade in Tamil as En Magan with Sivaji Ganesan.
Awards
[edit]Won
- Best Film – Sohanlal Kanwar
- Best Director – Sohanlal Kanwar
- Best Actor – Manoj Kumar
- Best Supporting Actor – Pran Sikand
- Best Music Director – Jaikishan Dayabhai Panchal,Shankarsingh Raghuwanshi
- Best Lyricist – Verma Malik
- Best male Playback Singer – Mukesh
Nominated
Cast
[edit]- Manoj Kumar as Mohan / Shyam[1]
- Raakhee as Sapna[1]
- Pran as Constable Ram Singh[1]
- Prem Chopra as Deepak Das[1]
- Nazima as Meena[1]
- Premnath as D. I. G. Gopal Das[1]
- Sulochana Latkar as Mrs. Gopal Das
- Raj Mehra as Seth Jamna Das
- Snehlata as Kamini
- Rajpal
Soundtrack
[edit]All lyrics were written by Verma Malik and music was composed by Shankar Jaikishan.[1]
| # | Title | Singer(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Hum Do Mast Malang" | Kishore Kumar, Mahendra Kapoor |
| 2 | "Patla Patla Reshmi Roomal"[1] | Mahendra Kapoor, Asha Bhosle |
| 3 | "Jai Bolo Be-Imaan Ki"[1] | Mukesh |
| 4 | "Dekhoji Raat Ko Julam Ho Gaya"[1] | Asha Bhosle |
| 5 | "Yeh Raakhi Bandhan Hai Aisa" | Mukesh, Lata Mangeshkar |
| 6 | "Ek Ek Ginwata Hoon" | Mukesh |
| 7 | "Main To Chali Hoon Wahan" | Sharda, Asha Bhosle |
Won
- Filmfare Best Movie Award[2][3]
- Filmfare Best Actor Award for Manoj Kumar[2][3]
- Filmfare Best Director Award for Sohanlal Kanwar[2][3]
- Filmfare Best Music Director Award for Shankar Jaikishan[2][3][1]
- Filmfare Best Male Playback Award for Mukesh[2][3]
- Filmfare Best Lyricist Award for Verma Malik[2][3]
- Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for Pran, who refused to accept on the grounds that the Filmfare award for Best Music should have gone to Pakeezah and not Shankar Jaikishan for Be-Imaan.[2][3][1]
Nominated
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m "Film review of Beimaan (1972)". The Hindu newspaper. 16 January 2014. Archived from the original on 2 March 2024. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g "When Pran refused to a Filmfare award for Beimaan, believed Pakeezah deserved awards in 1972". Hindustan Times newspaper. 12 February 2023. Archived from the original on 12 February 2023. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g "List of Filmfare Awards (scroll down to 1972 year)" (PDF). Googlepages.com website. Archived from the original (PDF) on 12 June 2009. Retrieved 21 October 2024.
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Be-Imaan
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Background
Development
The development of Be-Imaan began under the production banner of Filmnagar, established by director and producer Sohanlal Kanwar, who envisioned the project as a social drama addressing key issues of the era.[2] The story was originally conceived by Sachin Bhowmick, centering on themes of injustice and redemption amid the socio-economic challenges of 1970s India, including class disparities between modest working-class individuals and powerful criminal networks.[2] Ram Kelkar adapted this into the screenplay, with dialogue by Ved Rahi, emphasizing the protagonist's wrongful framing for murder by smugglers, which forces him into a life of crime before a path toward moral reform.[2] Pre-production planning incorporated elements typical of star Manoj Kumar's oeuvre, such as social justice, with Kumar himself contributing to decisions on character selections, camera positioning, and action sequence structures to heighten dramatic impact.[2][8] Financing was handled entirely through Kanwar's Filmnagar company, enabling a focus on blending intense action with emotional depth during script refinements. Early involvement of composer duo Shankar-Jaikishan helped align the musical elements with the film's thematic balance of tension and upliftment.[2]Production details
Be-Imaan was directed and produced by Sohanlal Kanwar under the Filmnagar banner.[2][1] Cinematography was handled by Radhu Karmakar, who shot the film in color using 35mm format.[2] Editing was completed by Nand Kumar, while art direction was provided by K. Baburao, who designed sets to depict urban Mumbai environments.[2] Principal photography took place primarily at Chandivali Studio in Mumbai, with additional outdoor sequences filmed in nearby areas of Maharashtra during 1972.[9] The final cut has a runtime of 147 minutes, presented in mono sound with a standard aspect ratio of 1.37:1.Story and cast
Plot summary
Be-Imaan centers on Shyam (Manoj Kumar), an honest key-maker who falls in love with Sapna (Raakhee), the daughter of wealthy Seth Jamna Das (Raj Mehra). Their romance faces strong opposition from Sapna's family due to Shyam's modest background. On the eve of their engagement, Shyam is framed for a staged murder by a gang of urban bandits led by Deepak (Prem Chopra), compelling him to abandon Sapna and flee into a life of theft and safe-breaking under the alias Mohan.[2] While evading capture, Mohan rescues Meena (Nazima) from assailants. Meena's father, the upright Constable Ram Singh (Pran), grateful for the save, adopts Mohan as his son without knowing his criminal history, drawing Mohan into a new family dynamic fraught with identity concealment and ethical conflicts.[10][11] The story unfolds in distinct phases: Shyam's rapid downfall through injustice and separation from his fiancée, his disguised existence within Ram Singh's household amid moral struggles, and escalating confrontations with antagonists like Deepak—son of the principled D.I.G. Gopal Das (Premnath)—and Seth Jamna Das that underscore social inequities and culminate in Ram Singh's death during a chase for justice. Mohan encounters redemptive influences from figures such as Ram Singh and D.I.G. Gopal Das, while navigating reunions and revelations tied to his past, including reuniting with Sapna. Musical sequences punctuate emotional pivots, such as moments of longing and resolve.[2] The narrative builds to a climax centered on Mohan's true identity emerging, culminating in a pursuit of justice against the forces that derailed his life, exposing criminal activities including gold smuggling.[2]Cast and characters
Manoj Kumar leads the film in a dual role as Mohan and Shyam, portraying a principled young key cutter who is framed for a crime and reluctantly turns to theft while seeking redemption.[2][1] Raakhee plays Sapna, Mohan's loyal fiancée from a higher social class, embodying innocence amid familial opposition to their relationship.[12][13] In supporting roles, Premnath appears as D.I.G. Gopal Das, a senior police officer and father of the antagonist Deepak, who represents principled authority and aids in the protagonist's redemption.[13][12] Pran portrays Constable Ram Singh, an honest and determined law enforcement officer who adopts Mohan as his son after he rescues his daughter, providing a supportive family environment amid the protagonist's concealed identity.[3][2] Prem Chopra plays Deepak Das, the scheming primary antagonist who leads the bandits and manipulates events for personal gain in partnership with Seth Jamna Das.[12][1] Other key cast members include Nazima as Meena, a young woman Mohan rescues, highlighting his inherent goodness; Raj Mehra as Seth Jamna Das, Sapna's wealthy and disapproving father who enforces class barriers; and Tun Tun in a comic relief role as Shyam's classmate, providing levity to the drama.[1][13] Sulochana Latkar supports as Mrs. Das, Sapna's mother, while Snehlata appears as Kamini, contributing to the ensemble's emotional layers through revelations tied to the past.[1] These characters collectively drive the film's redemption arc through conflicts of morality, loyalty, and justice.[2]| Actor | Role | Character Function |
|---|---|---|
| Manoj Kumar | Mohan / Shyam | Principled protagonist turned reluctant thief |
| Raakhee | Sapna | Loyal fiancée facing class conflict |
| Premnath | D.I.G. Gopal Das | Principled senior officer and father of antagonist |
| Pran | Constable Ram Singh | Honest adoptive father and supportive constable |
| Prem Chopra | Deepak Das | Scheming primary antagonist leading bandits |
| Nazima | Meena | Rescued girl underscoring heroism |
| Tun Tun | Shyam's classmate | Source of comic relief |
| Raj Mehra | Seth Jamna Das | Opposing father enforcing social divides |
| Sulochana Latkar | Mrs. Das | Supportive maternal figure |
| Snehlata | Kamini | Ensemble emotional supporter |
Music
Composition
The music for Be-Imaan was composed by the duo Shankar–Jaikishan.[14] Their score for the film blends Hindustani classical elements with folk influences, as indicated by its stylistic categorization in contemporary releases.[15] This approach aligns with the duo's innovative orchestration techniques, which integrated orchestral arrangements to enhance emotional expression in Hindi film music. The lyrics were written by Verma Malik, who emphasized emotional depth through themes of betrayal and hope, mirroring the protagonist's journey from wrongful accusation to redemption.[2] Malik's words capture the film's core conflicts, such as the pain of deceit and the aspiration for justice, infusing the songs with poignant resonance. Vocal performances were tailored to the narrative's moods, with Kishore Kumar delivering energetic renditions for upbeat tracks like "Hum Do Mast Malang," evoking moments of defiance and camaraderie.[2] In contrast, Mukesh's soulful voice suited the melancholic pieces, such as "Jai Bolo Be-Imaan Ki" and "Ek Ek Ginwata Hoon," underscoring the characters' inner turmoil and regret.[2] The overall score, including its background elements, was crafted to highlight dramatic tension in key sequences, such as the theft and pursuit scenes, while the seven songs serve as integral pivots in the film's pacing and thematic exploration of social injustice.[2] Songs are briefly placed in flashback and confrontation moments to amplify emotional stakes, without dominating the action-driven plot. The soundtrack was well-received for its emotional resonance and contribution to the film's success.[2]Soundtrack listing
The soundtrack of Be-Imaan comprises seven songs composed by Shankar-Jaikishan with lyrics by Verma Malik, released in 1972.[16][17]| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patla Patla Reshmi Roomal | Mahendra Kapoor, Asha Bhosle | 6:37 |
| 2 | Hum Do Mast Malang | Kishore Kumar, Mahendra Kapoor | 5:20 |
| 3 | Main To Chali Hoon Wahan | Sharda, Asha Bhosle | 5:06 |
| 4 | Jai Bolo Be-Imaan Ki | Mukesh | 7:20 |
| 5 | Dekho Ji Raat Ko Julam Ho Gaya | Asha Bhosle | 4:55 |
| 6 | Yeh Raakhi Bandhan Hai Aisa | Lata Mangeshkar, Mukesh | 4:50 |
| 7 | Ek Ek Ginwata Hoon | Mukesh | 3:53 |