The film was originally titled Pyaas (thirst), but Guru Dutt later changed it to Pyaasa to better describe the film. It was a huge commercial success during its 1984 French Premiere, something Guru Dutt never witnessed during his lifetime.
A struggling poet, Vijay, tries to get his work published but faces constant rejection. However, he gets unexpected assistance from Gulabo, a prostitute who falls in love with him and his work.
Directed by: Guru Dutt
Produced by: Guru Dutt
Written by: Abrar Alvi
Starring: Guru Dutt, Waheeda Rehman, Mala Sinha, Johnny Walker, Rehman
Music by: S. D. Burman
Lyricist: Sahir Ludhianvi
A struggling poet, Vijay, tries to get his work published but faces constant rejection. However, he gets unexpected assistance from Gulabo, a prostitute who falls in love with him and his work.
Directed by: Guru Dutt
Produced by: Guru Dutt
Written by: Abrar Alvi
Starring: Guru Dutt, Waheeda Rehman, Mala Sinha, Johnny Walker, Rehman
Music by: S. D. Burman
Lyricist: Sahir Ludhianvi
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Short film