Nagin | |
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Directed by | Khalil Qaiser |
Written by | Aziz Meeruti |
Produced by | Wazir Ali |
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Music by | Safdar Hussain |
Production company | Film Hayat |
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Country | Pakistan |
Language | Urdu |
Nagin is a Pakistani fantasy musical film, directed by Khalil Qaiser and was his first Urdu film as a director.[1] It was produced by Wazir Ali under banner Films Hayat.[2] It stars Neelo in the titular role and her first leading role[3] with Rattan Kumar in his first leading role as an adult.[2] It also marked his second appearance in dual role in Pakistani cinema.[4] The supporting cast includes Husna, Yousuf Khan, Nazar and Saqi. Music of the film was composed by Safdar Hussain.[5]
Nagin won a Nigar Award in the category of best director.[6] The film was remade by Hassan Tariq as Naag Aur Nagin in 1976.[2] The film proved to be a breakthrough for Neelo's career.[3][7]
All lyrics are written by Qateel Shifai; all music is composed by Safdar Hussain
No. | Title | Singer (s) | Length |
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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 |
The film was released on 18 June 1950, on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha in the cinemas of Karachi.[1][5]
Year | Awards | Category | Awardee | Result | Ref. |
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1959 | Nigar Awards | Best Film Director | Khalil Qaiser | Won | [6][8] |