Nagin (1959 film)
1959 film
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Nagin is a 1959 Pakistani musical film, directed by Khalil Qaiser and was his first Urdu film as a director.[1]
| Nagin | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Khalil Qaiser |
| Written by | Aziz Meeruti |
| Produced by | Wazir Ali |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Safdar Hussain |
Release date |
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| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
It was produced by Wazir Ali.[2] It stars Neelo in the title role and her first leading role[3] with Rattan Kumar in his first leading role as an adult, so far he had done many acting roles as a child actor both in India and Pakistan.[4][2] It also marked his second appearance in dual role in Pakistani cinema.[4]
Nagin won a Nigar Award in the category of 'Best Director'.[5]
This 1959 film proved to be a breakthrough for Neelo's career.[3][2]
Cast
Music
All lyrics are written by Qateel Shifai; all music is composed by Safdar Hussain[1]
| No. | Title | Singer (s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Sayyaan Ji Ko Dhoondne Chali" | Naheed Niazi | |
| 2. | "Baan Naino Ke Seenay Pe Marun Gi" | Iqbal Bano | |
| 3. | "Ambwa Ki Dharion Pe Jhulna Jhula Ja" | Iqbal Bano | |
| 4. | "Rutt Rutt Rang Badalta Mela" | Saleem Raza | |
| 5. | "Mohay Kesa Jobanwa Ka Chor Mila Re" | Zubaida Khanum | |
| 6. | "Mera Pyar Haar Gaya Re" | Zubaida Khanum |
Release
The film was released on 18 June 1950, on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha in the cinemas of Karachi.[1][3][2]
Awards
| Year | Awards | Category | Awardee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Nigar Awards | Best Film Director | Khalil Qaiser | Won | [5][6] |