Wafadaar (1985)
DirectorDasari Narayana Rao
StarringRajinikanth, Padmini Kolhapure, Vijayata Pandit, Kader Khan
Watch onNot on major OTT platforms in India
Best for: Viewers who enjoy 1980s Hindi dramas built around family conflict and accusations.
Where to watch Wafadaar online in India
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Wafadaar story (no spoilers)
Chanda's parents disapprove of her boyfriend Ranga and want her to marry Prasad. Ranga is accused of having an affair with Sita. Chanda faces turmoil in her life.
Should you watch Wafadaar?
Watch it for
- Rajinikanth plays Ranga in this Hindi film, opposite Padmini Kolhapure as Seeta and Vijayata Pandit as Chanda.
- Dasari Narayana Rao directs a cast that includes Kader Khan, Shakti Kapoor and Anupam Kher.
- Bappi Lahiri composed the music for this 1985 release.
- The story centres on a family's opposition to Chanda's relationship with Ranga and the accusation that pulls them apart.
Skip it if
- You prefer films with clearly defined genres, as no genres are listed for Wafadaar.
- You want a shorter watch; the runtime is 150 minutes.
- You are looking for a film with a known streaming home in India, as none is listed.
Wafadaar cast
Rajinikanthas Ranga
Padmini Kolhapureas Seeta
Vijayata Panditas Chanda
Kader Khanas Naamdev Mahadev Rajgiri
Shakti Kapooras Prasad
Anupam Kher
Dinesh Hingoo
Viju Khote
Vijayakumar
Asrani
Ashalata Wabgaonkar
Sushma SethWafadaar movie details
| Director | Dasari Narayana Rao |
|---|---|
| Writer | M. Balayya |
| Music | Bappi Lahiri |
| Cinematography | S. V. Srikanth |
| Producer | Srikanth Nahata |
| Release date | 1 September 1985 |
| Runtime | 2h 30m (150 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Original title | वफ़ादार |
Parental guide: is Wafadaar family friendly?
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Our verdict
Wafadaar is a 1985 Hindi drama from director Dasari Narayana Rao, with Rajinikanth as Ranga and Padmini Kolhapure as Seeta. The plot turns on Chanda's parents opposing her relationship with Ranga and an accusation involving Sita. If you like vintage Hindi family dramas, this cast and director make it worth a look.
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Where can I watch Wafadaar online in India?
Wafadaar is not currently listed on major Indian OTT platforms.
When was Wafadaar released?
Wafadaar was released in India on 1 September 1985.
Who is in the cast of Wafadaar?
The cast includes Rajinikanth as Ranga, Padmini Kolhapure as Seeta, Vijayata Pandit as Chanda, Kader Khan as Naamdev Mahadev Rajgiri, Shakti Kapoor as Prasad, Anupam Kher, Dinesh Hingoo and Viju Khote.
Who directed Wafadaar?
Wafadaar was directed by Dasari Narayana Rao.
What is the runtime of Wafadaar?
Wafadaar runs for 150 minutes.
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