Love and God(1986)
Love and God is a 1986 Indian Hindi-language romantic tragedy film directed by K. Asif. It stars Sanjeev Kumar as Kais and Nimmi as Laila. The film is based on the ancient Arab legend of Laila and Majnun. It depicts the forbidden love between the son of the Emir of Yemen and the daughter of the Emir of Basra. Their families are locked in a generations-old feud. The lovers meet in secret but are separated by family honor. Kais loses his sanity and becomes known as Majnu. Laila is forced into marriage. The film is notable for its troubled production spanning over two decades. It was released incomplete after the deaths of its original lead and director. The music was composed by Naushad.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- MX Player, YouTube, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1986
- Director
- K. Asif
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Rating
- 3.9/10
Storyline
Kais and Laila have loved each other since childhood. But their families hate each other. They cannot marry. Laila's father locks her up and moves away. Kais goes mad searching for her. He becomes Majnu, the crazy lover. Laila is forced to marry another man. Will their love ever find a way?
“Love that defies God and family.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Love and God
Cast reunions in this film: Sanjeev Kumar & Lalita Pawar (3 films together), and Pran & Agha (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film took over 20 years to complete, starting in 1963 and finally releasing in 1986.
- It was originally directed by K. Asif, but after his death in 1971, others finished it.
- The lead actor Sanjeev Kumar was not the first choice; the role was initially offered to Guru Dutt.
- The movie was a major box office failure, losing a lot of money for its producers.
- Some scenes feature a body double for Sanjeev Kumar, as he had passed away before final shooting.
- It was one of the most expensive Indian films of its time due to its long production period.
- The film's music was composed by Naushad, a famous composer for historical dramas.