Ankhen (1968) is a Hindi-language spy action thriller directed, written, and produced by Ramanand Sagar. The film was released in India on 20 September 1968 and stars Dharmendra, Mala Sinha, Kumkum, Sujit Kumar, Mehmood, and Lalita Pawar. It runs for approximately 172 minutes.
Set in the years following Indian independence, the film revolves around a series of terrorist attacks in Assam. A group of concerned citizens decides to take action against the forces responsible, leading to an international-style espionage adventure involving secret agents, criminals, disguises, and dangerous missions.
Dharmendra plays Sunil, a courageous Indian secret agent who becomes involved in the mission to uncover and defeat the terrorist network. His patriotic character, action sequences, and undercover operations give the film its distinctive spy-thriller identity.
Movie: Ankhen
Release Date: 20 September 1968
Language: Hindi
Genre: Spy, Action, Adventure, Thriller, Drama
Director: Ramanand Sagar
Writer: Ramanand Sagar
Producer: Ramanand Sagar
Production Company: Sagar Art International
Music Director: Ravi
Lyricist: Sahir Ludhianvi
Cinematography: G. Singh
Editor: Lachhmandass
Art Director: Sudhendu Roy
Choreographer: Satyanarayan
Runtime: 172 minutes
Country: India
Filming Locations: Includes Beirut, Lebanon
The story takes place shortly after India's independence, when a series of terrorist attacks in Assam creates fear and instability. The authorities face a dangerous enemy network operating through secret plans and conspiracies.
A group of patriotic citizens decides that something must be done to stop the violence. Sunil, played by Dharmendra, becomes involved in the dangerous mission and uses his courage, intelligence, and skills to fight the enemy.
As Sunil investigates the terrorist organization, he encounters Meenakshi Mehta, played by Mala Sinha. Their relationship adds a romantic dimension to the otherwise action-driven narrative.
The investigation takes Sunil through a world of secret identities, international locations, deception, criminals, spies, and dangerous missions. He must remain alert while attempting to uncover the people behind the terrorist activities.
The film gradually builds toward a confrontation in which Sunil and his allies attempt to destroy the criminal network and protect the country from further attacks.
The music was composed by Ravi, with lyrics written by Sahir Ludhianvi. The soundtrack features some of the most recognizable voices of Hindi film music, including Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Manna Dey, and Usha Mangeshkar.
Among the songs associated with the film are: