Note: Shammi Kapoor plays a double role – one is the cheerful, simple Ravi; the other is the cunning criminal Vichitra, who looks identical to Ravi. The story revolves around a case of mistaken identity due to two men who look exactly alike but have opposite natures.
Ravi (Shammi Kapoor) is a happy-go-lucky, honest young man living with his father. He falls in love with Sapna (Hema Malini), a kind-hearted girl. Their romance blossoms, and they plan to marry. jane anjane 1971
Unlike many double-role films where the hero pretends to be the villain, here both characters exist independently, and Ravi must prove he is not Vichitra. 4. Music and Songs The soundtrack was a hit, typical of Shankar-Jaikishan’s melodious style. Songs were sung by Mohammed Rafi , Lata Mangeshkar , and Asha Bhosle . Note: Shammi Kapoor plays a double role –
Ravi escapes from police custody to prove his innocence. He hunts down Vichitra. In a dramatic climax, the look-alikes confront each other. With the help of Inspector Khanna (who eventually believes Ravi), they trap and kill Vichitra. Ravi is cleared, and he reunites with Sapna. He falls in love with Sapna (Hema Malini),
Vichitra learns about Ravi’s existence and decides to use him as a scapegoat. He frames Ravi for his own crimes – theft, assault, and attempted murder. Ravi is arrested. Even Sapna and Ravi’s father begin to doubt him because the evidence is strong.
Meanwhile, a dangerous criminal named Vichitra (Shammi Kapoor, double role) escapes from police custody. Vichitra is ruthless, greedy, and has a scar on his face (or a similar distinguishing mark, depending on the print). The police, led by Inspector Khanna (Pran), launch a massive manhunt.
| Song Title | Singer(s) | Lyricist | Picturization | |------------|-----------|----------|----------------| | "Jane Anjane Log Mile" (Title track) | Mohammed Rafi | Hasrat Jaipuri | Shammi Kapoor, Hema Malini – philosophical, travel-based song | | "Jab Se Laga Liya Hai" | Lata Mangeshkar | Indeevar | Hema Malini – romantic solo | | "Tere Sang Pyar Main" | Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar | Shaily Shailendra | Shammi, Hema – duet | | "Dil Mein Jo Baat Hai" | Asha Bhosle | Hasrat Jaipuri | Manorama’s comedy track |