''Nagin'' is a Pakistani

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film, directed by

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and was his first Urdu film as a director. It was produced by Wazir Ali under banner ''Films Hayat''. It stars

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in the titular role and her first leading role with

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in his first leading role as an adult. It also marked his second appearance in dual role in Pakistani cinema. The supporting cast includes

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, Yousuf Khan, Nazar and Saqi. Music of the film was composed by Safdar Hussain. ''Nagin'' won a

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in the category of best director. The film was remade by

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as ''Naag Aur Nagin'' in 1976. The film proved to be a breakthrough for Neelo's career.

Cast

* Yousuf Khan * Nazar * Saqi

Music

Release

The film was released on 18 June 1950, on the occasion of

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in the cinemas of Karachi.

Awards

References

External links

* {{IMDb title, 1057948 1959 directorial debut films 1950s Urdu-language films Urdu-language Pakistani films Pakistani black-and-white films Nigar Award winners