Navketan Films is an esteemed Indian film production company that was founded by the legendary actor and filmmaker Dev Anand in 1949. The company has played a significant role in shaping the Indian film industry and has been associated with the production of several iconic and successful films.
Navketan Films has been known for its innovative and experimental approach to filmmaking. The company has focused on producing movies that are ahead of their time and explore diverse genres and themes. Navketan Films has been instrumental in introducing new talents and showcasing unconventional storylines, making a significant contribution to the growth and evolution of Indian cinema.
Some of the notable films produced by Navketan Films include “Guide” (1965), Baazi ,Koala Bazar ,Jewel thief ,Tere char ke saamne ,Hare Rama Hare Krishna etc. Guide,directed by Vijay Anand and starring Dev Anand and Waheeda Rehman. The film is considered a classic and received critical acclaim for its unique narrative and performances. “Hare Rama Hare Krishna” (1971), directed by Dev Anand himself, is another significant film produced by Navketan Films. It tackled themes of youth, drug abuse, and identity crisis and featured iconic songs like “Dum Maro Dum.”
Navketan Films has been a platform for several talented actors, directors, and music composers. Apart from Dev Anand, the company has worked with renowned names in the industry, including directors like Guru Dutt, Raj Khosla ,Vijay Anand, S.D.Burman and R.D. Burman, who composed music for many Navketan films.
Over the years, Navketan Films has left a lasting impact on Indian cinema and continues to be regarded as one of the pioneering production houses in the industry. The company’s commitment to quality cinema and its focus on innovation have earned it a special place in the hearts of film enthusiasts and critics alike.
Here are the list of movies made under Navketan’s banner.
1950 | Afsar | Chetan Anand | |
1951 | Baazi | Guru Dutt | |
1952 | Aandhiyan | Chetan Anand | |
1953 | Humsafar | A N Bannerjee | |
1954 | Taxi Driver | Chetan Anand | |
1955 | House No. 44 | M K Burman | |
1956 | Funtoosh | Chetan Anand | |
1957 | Nau Do Gyarah | Vijay Anand | |
1958 | Kala Pani | Raj Khosla | |
1960 | Kala Bazar | Vijay Anand | |
1961 | Hum Dono | Amarjeet | |
1963 | Tere Ghar Ke Samne | Vijay Anand | |
1965 | Guide | Vijay Anand | |
1967 | Jewel Thief | Vijay Anand | |
1970 | Prem Pujari | Dev Anand | |
1971 | Tere Mere Sapne | Vijay Anand | |
1971 | Hare Raama Hare Krishna | Dev Anand | |
1973 | Chhupa Rustam | Vijay Anand | |
1973 | Shareef Budmaash | Raj Khosla | |
1973 | Heera Panna | Dev Anand | |
1974 | Ishk Ishk Ishk | ||
1976 | Jaaneman | Chetan Anand | |
1976 | Bullet | Vijay Anand | |
1978 | Des Pardes | Dev Anand | |
1980 | Lootmaar | ||
1982 | Swami Dada | ||
1984 | Anand Aur Anand | ||
1985 | Hum Naujawan | ||
1989 | Sachché Ká Bol-Bálá | ||
1990 | Awwal Number | ||
1991 | Sau Crore | ||
1993 | Pyaar Ka Tarana | ||
1994 | Gangster | ||
1998 | Main Solah Baras Ki | ||
2001 | Censor | ||
2001 | Master | Suneil Anand | |
2003 | Love at Times Square | Dev Anand | |
2005 | Mr Prime Minister | ||
2011 | Chargesheet |