---
title: "Ujala"
year: 1959
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ujala-1959"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 486250
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Ujala (1959) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ujala-1959

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ujala is a film first released in 1959.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An honest man’s dreams are shattered when a childhood friend drags him into crime."

### Why Watch
- Compelling moral dilemma
- Classic 1950s Indian drama
- Emotional depth

### Caveats & Content Note
- Long runtime may feel slow
- Bleak tone throughout
- Tone & Suitability: The serious, bleak tone makes it best suited for mature viewers seeking thoughtful drama.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, tragic, somber, moral

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main conflict?
An honest man’s desire for a better family life clashes with his friend’s pull into crime.

### Q: Who leads the protagonist astray?
A childhood friend draws him into a criminal world.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 1959.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes.

### Q: What country produced the film?
It is an Indian film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ujala — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/486250)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*