Shehnai
शहनाई
Synopsis
A struggling entertainer trying to keep his dance company afloat with the help of his four daughters. However, his wife is worried about the disrepute the profession is bringing the girls and diminishing their chances of marriage.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- P.L. Santoshi
- Screenplay & Story
- P.L. Santoshi
- Original Score
- C. Ramchandra
- Original Title
- शहनाई
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- Filmistan Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
P.L. Santoshi
P.L. Santoshi
C. Ramchandra
Pundalik
Department Leadership Roster
P.L. Santoshi
Director
Pundalik
Editor
P.L. Santoshi
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shehnai
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shehnai about?
A struggling entertainer trying to keep his dance company afloat with the help of his four daughters. However, his wife is worried about the disrepute the profession is bringing the girls and diminishing their chances of marriage.
Who directed Shehnai?
Shehnai was directed by P.L. Santoshi.
Who stars in Shehnai?
The principal cast of Shehnai includes Nasir Khan, Rehana, Indumati, Kishore Kumar, Dulari.
When was Shehnai released and how long is it?
Shehnai was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Shehnai?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shehnai was composed by C. Ramchandra.