---
title: "Aatish"
year: 1979
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/aatish-1979"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 619009
imdb_id: "tt0178210"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 145
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Aatish (1979) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/aatish-1979

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Aatish is a 1979 Hindi-language action film directed by Ambrish Sangal and produced by Mohan Kumar under the EMKAY Enterprises banner. The film features Jeetendra and Neetu Singh in pivotal roles, with music composed by Ravindra Jain. The story centers on Mr. Rai, a wealthy businessman residing in a palatial house in Jammu, India. He lives with his wife, Shobha, a wheelchair-bound daughter named Ashu, a grown son named Rakesh, and a younger school-going son named Raju. Tensions exist within the family as Rakesh despises his father and eagerly awaits his death to inherit the family wealth, which he intends to spend on alcohol, gambling, and dancing girls. The plot shifts when Mr. Rai is attacked by bandits while returning from the Jammu and Kashmir Bank with a suitcase of cash. He is rescued by a young man named Anand, who sustains injuries during the encounter. Subsequently, Anand is nursed back to health by Shobha and the rest of the Rai family, earning the trust of Mr. Rai.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ambrish Sangal

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jeetendra** as *Anand*
- **Neetu Singh** as *Shanno 'Thandedar'*
- **Sujit Kumar** as *Khan (Bank Manager)*
- **Nirupa Roy** as *Shobha Rai*
- **Mukri** as *Diwan Chotelal*
- **Madan Puri** as *Girdhari*
- **Dheeraj Kumar** as *Rakesh Rai*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Aatish online?
Aatish is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Aatish worth watching?
Aatish holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 2 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Aatish and when was it released?
Aatish is a feature film with a runtime of 145 minutes. It was released in 1979. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Aatish?
Aatish was directed by Ambrish Sangal.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Aatish — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/619009)
- [Aatish (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aatish_(film))
- [Aatish (1979) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/619009-aatish/cast)
- [Aatish (1979) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/aatish/credits)
- [Aatish Cast List | Aatish Movie Star Cast | Release Date ...](https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/aatish/cast/)

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