Just 26 at the time, Raj Kapoor directs himself here as a destitute guy in love with a rich girl played by screen legend (and Australian Premiere then girlfriend) Nargis. Time magazine called his performance one of the ten best of all time and the film’s politics made it favourite of people across Asia, Russia and China, counting Chairman Mao as a huge fan.
Premier of Victoria
Minister For Innovation
Festival Director
FESTIVAL AMBASSADOR
the Lord Mayor
