This 56 year old Rajesh Khanna film was a blockbuster hit, got 7.4 IMDb rating, was just made in 20 days.., the film is...

India.com

12-06-2025

In the ever-evolving world of cinema, many films come and go. They entertain us, stay with us for a few hours or maybe a day, and before we know it, they vanish from our memory. However, every once in a while comes a rare film that remains etched in our memories for years to come. One such example of this was a film that became a major blockbuster. It was released during the time of the golden era, and this rare gem continues to resonate even decades later.
The film that we are talking about is none other than Ittefaq. Released in the year 1969, this timeless psychological thriller was directed by one of the most celebrated filmmakers, Yash Chopra. However, what's interesting is that this film had no songs at all. This step was rare and uncanny during that time. The film also featured the legendary superstar Rajesh Khanna, who played the lead.
The story of this film was inspired by the American movie Signpost to Murder. However, Rajesh Khanna's impeccable performance and Yash Chopra's incredible direction gave it an all the new twist. The plot revolves around a painter, Dillip Roy (portrayed by Rajesh Khanna), who is accused of murdering his wife. Later, when the trial happens, the court declares him mentally unfit and orders an asylum admission. However, on a stormy night, Dilip escapes the asylum, and a lonely woman called Rekha gives her shelter.
Rekha also has a troubled life. Her husband usually stays away from home and is out for work most of the time. Soon, Rekha and Dilip starts vibing and sharing a bond over their troubled lives.
The plot goes deep when Dilip tells Rekha at gunpoint not to tell anyone about his whereabouts. As the night progresses, Rekha disappears while Dilip falls asleep. Dilip wakes up and starts looking for Rekha in the house. Then finds something fishy in the bathroom that shocks him completely. What happened next was a series of twists and turns that shocked viewers.
This mysterious thriller of Rajesh Khanna was a blockbuster hit, its strong storyline kept the audience hooked throughout, and now 56 years after its release, it's creating a stir on OTT.
What's interesting is that this film was just wrapped in 20 days. The film has a rating of 7.4 out of 10 on IMDb and is currently available on Amazon Prime Video.