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King of Ayodhya

January 23, 1932 2h 32m

Originally released in 1932. King of Ayodhya is a history/drama film. directed by Shantaram Rajaram Vankudre. With a runtime of 2h 32m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Govindrao Tembe, Durga Khote, and Baburao Pendharkar

Synopsis

Ayodhyecha Raja, literally "The King of Ayodhya", was the first Marathi talkie. It is based on the mythological story of Raja Harishchandra of Ayodhya and his test by sage Vishwamitra, as recounted in Valmiki's epic, Ramayana. The film was also made as a double-version, Ayodhya Ka Raja (1932) in Hindi, making it the first double version talkie of Indian cinema.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 23, 1932 94 years ago
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Runtime 2h 32m 152 minutes total
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Language MR Original language
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Country India Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
MR

Production Companies

  • Prabhat Film Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is King of Ayodhya about?

Ayodhyecha Raja, literally "The King of Ayodhya", was the first Marathi talkie. It is based on the mythological story of Raja Harishchandra of Ayodhya and his test by sage Vishwamitra, as recounted...

Who directed King of Ayodhya?

King of Ayodhya was directed by Shantaram Rajaram Vankudre.

How long is King of Ayodhya?

King of Ayodhya has a runtime of 2 hours and 32 minutes (152 minutes total).

When was King of Ayodhya released?

King of Ayodhya was released on January 23, 1932 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in King of Ayodhya?

The main cast of King of Ayodhya includes Govindrao Tembe, Durga Khote, Baburao Pendharkar, Shankarrao Bhosle, Sushila.