Devata is a 1978 Indian Hindi-language film, directed by S. Ramanathan. The film stars Sanjeev Kumar, Shabana Azmi and Danny Denzongpa in lead roles. It is remake of Tamil film Gnana Oli.
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Synopsis
Tony, a village orphan marries his sweetheart, but loses her in childbirth. He showers all his love and devotion on his daughter Mary.
In her college days Mary falls in love with Shekhar, a playboy. When Shekhar refuses to marry her, Tony goes to meet him but finds him dead. Tony is arrested, charged with murder and sentenced for life but flees from custody.
Years later, when Tony returns as Tarun Kumar Gupta, Mary is delighted. Unfortunately, he must decide whether to run away again or face arrest and imprisonment.
Cast
Sanjeev Kumar as Tony / Tarun Kumar Gupta
Shabana Azmi as Lily/Mary (Dual Role)
Rakesh Roshan as George D'Costa
Danny Denzongpa as Inspector Lawrence D'Costa
Sarika as Lily (Mary's Daughter)
Benjamin Gilani as Shekhar
Shreeram Lagoo as Father Fernandes
Asit Sen as Dr. Shambhunath
Shubha Khote as Mrs. Shambhunath
Dhumal as Lily's Father
Keshto Mukherjee as Melaram
Soundtrack
The music of the film is composed by R. D. Burman with lyrics by Gulzar.
Accolades
26th Filmfare Awards:
Won
Best Sound Design – Ranjit Biswas
Nominated
Best Actor – Sanjeev Kumar
Best Supporting Actor – Danny Denzongpa