Omar Khayyam

Overview

The film depicts Omar Khayyam's life, including his rejection of dancer Mahru, which prompts her and rival Ghiyas Beg to persecute him. Despite exile and suffering, Khayyam persists in his humanitarian and scientific work. The plot concludes with his unjust conviction and death sentence for treason, followed by eventual vindication.

Cast

K.L. Saigal

Omar Khayyam

Suraiya

Mehru

Wasti

Ghiyas Beg

Shakir

Leela

Madan Puri