Love in Tokyo

Ashok is a dutiful, loyal young man who travels to Tokyo to locate his nephew Chikoo after his elder brother's death. He is torn between his loveless engagement to Sarita and his growing affection for Asha, choosing to protect family and pursue love across borders. Throughout the story, he navigates deception and ultimately acts to defend loved ones.

Asha is resourceful and brave, running from an imposing uncle who later turns out to be her biological father. She uses disguises and quick wits to survive, helps keep the group safe, and develops genuine feelings for Ashok. Her daring moves and resilience drive key twists in the plot.

Chikoo is Ashok’s orphaned nephew who starts in an orphanage. He resists returning to India and fears losing his sense of belonging, but is saved and cared for by Ashok. His situation anchors the family drama and the stakes of Ashok’s quest.

Mahesh is Ashok’s friend who loves Sheela and becomes a master of disguises, even posing as a geisha and as an Arab doctor. He creates comic situations, helps secure Sheela’s happiness, and ultimately aids in the marriage ruse. His schemes tissue the film’s humor with unexpected heart.

Sheela is a lively, determined young woman who fights for love despite her father’s control. She participates in elaborate disguises with Mahesh and plays a pivotal role in the plan to outwit her relatives. Her wit and resilience help navigate the family’s entanglements.

Pran is the unscrupulous suitor who wants Asha for her money and schemes to pressure her into marriage with him. He embodies greed and manipulation and poses a constant threat to the protagonists. His actions propel the conflict toward a dramatic resolution.

Gayatri Devi is Ashok’s protective mother who pushes back against risky romantic entanglements and embodies traditional family authority. She frequently weighs in on decisions and represents the pressure of parental guidance in a modern, cross-cultural romance.

Asit Sen's character is Asha's uncle who initially appears as an obstacle but is later revealed to be her biological father; he embodies complex family motivations and the pull of lineage. His schemes drive key twists in the plot.