The film version of a popular historical legend follows Prince Salim (Pradeep Kumar) through a passionate love affair with a beautiful, sassy commoner (Bina Rai).

An ode to rebellious young love, Anarkali is a poetic drama about a romantic legend that survives to date despite its lack of historical veracity, for it upholds the tremendous power of love. This black & white musical gains the stature of a classic with C. Ramchandra’s brilliant compositions.