The movie was started in 1973 and got delayed for financial reasons. It was completed five years later and released in 1979 by when Jaya Bhaduri had long retired from films and become the mother of two kids. The movie was not only a sleeper hit but also fetched her the Filmfare best actress role.
The film distributors were not willing to buy the film due to Jaya Bachchan's being married with children. She was considered a cold proposition at the box office in 1979.
Sanjeev Kumar did not charge any money as the director died and his wife had a hard time with finances.
Director Ismail Menon passed away during the making of the film.
Mehmood had recommended Manmauji to be cast into the film.
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