Who directed Jaan-E-Wafa?

Jaan-E-Wafa was directed by Rukun and released in 1990. Rukun is a prominent filmmaker in Hindi film industry.

Who stars in Jaan-E-Wafa?

Jaan-E-Wafa stars Farooq Sheikh alongside Rati Agnihotri, Pradeep Khayyam. The film marks a collaboration between Farooq Sheikh and director Rukun within Hindi cinema.

What is the runtime of Jaan-E-Wafa?

Jaan-E-Wafa has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes total).

Jaan-E-Wafa(1990)

Hindi•84 mins•Updated 8 May 2026

Jaan-E-Wafa is a 1990 Indian Hindi-language family drama film directed by Rukun. The lead cast includes Farooq Shaikh, Rati Agnihotri, Pradeep Khayyam, and Shafi Inamdar. The story follows two wealthy friends, Iqbal Jah and Nawab-Ud-Dowla, whose bond is shattered when a courtesan named Gauhar Jan manipulates them with lies. The film explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and forgiveness. It was produced by Abdul Rab Bin Mehfooz under the banner Triple Seven Enterprises. The music was composed by Khayyam, and Pradeep Khayyam, his son, made his debut as a lead actor in this film. The movie was shot at Chandivali Studio in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It has a runtime of 84 minutes and received a mixed critical response.

Director:Rukun

Filmed In:Chandivali Studio, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 1 January 1990
Director: Rukun
Language: Hindi
Runtime: 1h 24m

Storyline

Two best friends, Iqbal Jah and Nawab-Ud-Dowla, decide to marry their children to strengthen their lifelong bond. But a beautiful and cunning courtesan named Gauhar Jan enters their lives. She spreads lies that turn the friends into bitter enemies. Now Iqbal must fight to save his daughter's wedding and his broken friendship.

“Friendship tested by love and lies.”