Manjal Mahimai movie poster

Manjal Mahimai

"Power of Turmeric"

January 7, 1959 2h 57m

Originally released in 1959. Manjal Mahimai is a feature film. directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. With a runtime of 2h 57m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Savitri, and S. V. Ranga Rao

Synopsis

Manjal Mahimai (English: Power of Turmeric) is a 1959 Tamil language drama film, produced by D. Madhusudhana Rao under Annapurna Pictures and directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. Starring Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Savitri in the laed roles and music composed by Master Venu. The film is based on Aasapoorna Devi's Bengali novel Agni Pariksha which was first remade as Telugu movie Mangalya Balam (1958); both the movies are made simultaneously by same banner & director and some of the scenes & artists are same in both versions. It was later remade as Hindi movie Chhoti Si Mulaqat (1967) with slight changes, starring Uttam Kumar, Vyjayanthimala in pivotal roles

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 7, 1959 67 years ago
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Runtime 2h 57m 177 minutes total
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Language TA Original language
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Country India Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TA

Production Companies

  • Annapurna Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manjal Mahimai about?

Manjal Mahimai (English: Power of Turmeric) is a 1959 Tamil language drama film, produced by D. Madhusudhana Rao under Annapurna Pictures and directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. Starring Akkineni Nagesw...

Who directed Manjal Mahimai?

Manjal Mahimai was directed by Adurthi Subba Rao.

How long is Manjal Mahimai?

Manjal Mahimai has a runtime of 2 hours and 57 minutes (177 minutes total).

When was Manjal Mahimai released?

Manjal Mahimai was released on January 7, 1959 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Manjal Mahimai?

The main cast of Manjal Mahimai includes Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Savitri, S. V. Ranga Rao, K. A. Thangavelu, P. Kannamba.