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Sanam Teri Kasam

Sanam Teri Kasam is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film written and directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sanam Teri Kasam is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film written and directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru. It stars Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane in their Hindi film debuts. The story follows a librarian and a former convict whose relationship is affected by family conflict and tragedy.

Plot

The film follows Inder, a former convict, and Saru, a librarian, who fall in love and marry. Their romance is disrupted by a tragic turn of events, combining romance with melodrama and family conflict.

Production

Sanam Teri Kasam was written and directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru and produced by Deepak Mukut. The cinematography was by Chirantan Das, and the soundtrack was composed by Himesh Reshammiya.

Cast

The lead roles were played by Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane. Supporting cast members included Anurag Sinha, Manish Chaudhari, Murli Sharma and Sudesh Berry.

Release and reception

The film was released in India on 5 February 2016. Later listings and streaming platforms describe it as a romantic drama with a tragic storyline and a notable soundtrack.

Key facts

  • The film is a modern rendition of the legends of Shiva-Sati and the novel Love Story by Eric Segal.
  • Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane made their Hindi film debuts with this film.
  • The story centres on Inder, a former convict, and Saru, a librarian, whose romance ends in tragedy.
  • The screenplay and direction were by the duo Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru.
  • The film’s music was composed by Himesh Reshammiya.
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Canadian context

No specific Canadian connection is evident in the available sources, though the film may be of interest to Canadian audiences following Indian cinema and South Asian diaspora media.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sanam Teri Kasam about?
It is about Inder, a former convict, and Saru, a librarian, whose relationship develops into love and marriage before tragedy changes their lives.
Who directed Sanam Teri Kasam?
It was directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru.
Who stars in Sanam Teri Kasam?
The film stars Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane, with supporting roles by Anurag Sinha, Manish Chaudhari, Murli Sharma and Sudesh Berry.
When was Sanam Teri Kasam released?
It was released in India on 5 February 2016.
What genre is Sanam Teri Kasam?
It is a Hindi-language romantic drama film.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanam_Teri_Kasam_(2016_film)
    Supports: Release year, directors, cast, plot, and music credits for the 2016 film.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sanam_teri_kasam_2016
    Supports: Genre, original language, directors, producer, screenwriters, and runtime.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5255710/
    Supports: Release date, synopsis, and alternate title information.
  4. ZEE5 — https://www.zee5.com/global/movies/details/sanam-teri-kasam/0-0-32034
    Supports: Film description, lead cast, genre, and plot summary.