Where to Watch Mandi (1983) in the US

What it's about

This classic film is based on a classic Urdu short story 'Aanandi' by Pakistani writer Ghulam Abbas. It deals with a brothel at the heart of a city, in an area that some politicians want for its prime locality. They rally up against the brothel and its inhabitants in the name of morality, and soon everyone in the area jumps on the bandwagon. The politicians offer to put up an alternative residence for the prostitutes, only this place is miles away, isolated from the city. The madam of the house has no choice but to comply, but by the end things take a (logical) turn for the better. After all, men will be men.

Cast and crew

Director

Shyam Benegal

Writer

Shama Zaidi, Satyadev Dubey, Shyam Benegal

Starring

Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil, Naseeruddin Shah

Details

Language

Hindi

Country

India

Awards

3 nominations

Where to Watch Mandi (1983) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Mandi in the United States?

Mandi is available free with ads or free with a participating library card in the United States. Watch the movie free with ads on Plex Channel (HD), Plex Player (HD), and Xumo Play (HD). Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Fawesome (HD) and hoopla.

Can I stream Mandi or do I have to rent it in the United States?

We have not confirmed a subscription, rental, or purchase option for Mandi in the United States.

Can I watch Mandi for free in the United States?

Watch the movie free with ads on Plex Channel (HD), Plex Player (HD), and Xumo Play (HD). Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Fawesome (HD) and hoopla.