---
title: "Bhalu"
year: 1980
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/bhalu-1980"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 700970
imdb_id: "tt0258451"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 134
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Bhalu (1980) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/bhalu-1980

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Bhalu is a Marathi language drama film released in October 1980 with a runtime of two hours and fourteen minutes. The movie was produced by Uma Bhende and directed by Rajdutt. The story centers on an orphan named Sajjala, who is raised by her father's friend, Appakaka. The plot follows a conflict that arises when Appakaka is falsely charged with the murder of Jayantrao, who is Sajjala's betrothed. Following this false accusation, Sajjala makes a vow to prove the innocence of the man who raised her. The film was released in India on August 1, 1980, and is also translated as The Bear.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rajdutt

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Prakash Bhende**
- **Uma Bhende**
- **Vikram Gokhale**
- **Viju Khote**
- **Raja Mayekar**
- **Shahu Modak**
- **Nana Patekar**
- **Asha Patil**
- **Nilu Phule**
- **Ranjana**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Bhalu worth watching?
Bhalu holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 2 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Bhalu and when was it released?
Bhalu is a feature film with a runtime of 134 minutes. It was released in 1980. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Bhalu?
Bhalu was directed by Rajdutt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Bhalu — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/700970)
- [Bhalu - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bhalu)
- [Bhalu (1980) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/700970-bhalu/cast)
- [Bhalu (1980) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/bhalu/credits)
- [Bhalu (1980) - Rajdutt | Cast and Crew | AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/movie/bhalu-am252891/cast-crew)

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