Pati Patni Aur Tawaif(1990)
Pati Patni Aur Tawaif is a 1990 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Rajkumar Kohli. It stars Mithun Chakraborty, Salma Agha, and Farha Naaz in lead roles. The story follows Vijay Saxena, a Bollywood director who casts a courtesan named Gauri in his film and begins an affair with her. His wife Shanti discovers the truth, leading to a painful love triangle. The film is a remake of a Pakistani hit and features music by Laxmikant-Pyarelal. It received mixed reviews but is remembered for Salma Agha's performance and its emotional soundtrack. The film was released on May 18, 1990, in India.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Internet Archive
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1990
- Director
- Raj Kumar Kohli
- Language
- Hindi 0
Storyline
Vijay Saxena, a famous Bollywood director, needs a new actress for his film after his lead walks out. He meets Gauri, a courtesan, and offers her the role. They fall in love, and Gauri becomes pregnant. Vijay's wife Shanti discovers the affair and must decide whether to forgive him or leave. Gauri must choose between her own happiness and Vijay's family.
“Two women, one man, one heartbreaking choice”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Pati Patni Aur Tawaif
Cast reunions in this film: Birbal & Salma Agha (3 films together).