Romantic India
Synopsis
Exotic adventure drama juxtaposing feudal pleasures with a new world imagery represented by American modernity. Heroine Chandrakala (Nurjehan), daughter of the dewan of a native king, is educated in England and lives in America. She refuses to marry the prince of her ancestral state, an insult that causes her father to be dismissed. She makes amends by disguising herself as a man and becoming the prince’s secretary. A noted sequence set in America features an Indian pilot, Premsingh, who loves Chandrakala and offers to fly her entourage back to India in a Zeppelin, but a mid-flight drama forces the passengers to parachute to safety.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohan Sinha
- Original Title
- Romantic India
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 41m
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Mohan Sinha
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Mohan Sinha
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What is Romantic India about?
Exotic adventure drama juxtaposing feudal pleasures with a new world imagery represented by American modernity. Heroine Chandrakala (Nurjehan), daughter of the dewan of a native king, is educated in England and lives in America. She refuses to marry the prince of her ancestral state, an insult that causes her father to be dismissed. She makes amends by disguising herself as a man and becoming the prince’s secretary. A noted sequence set in America features an Indian pilot, Premsingh, who loves Chandrakala and offers to fly her entourage back to India in a Zeppelin, but a mid-flight drama forces the passengers to parachute to safety.
Who directed Romantic India?
Romantic India was directed by Mohan Sinha.
Who stars in Romantic India?
The principal cast of Romantic India includes Nurjahan, Radharani, Snehalata, Jeevan Dhar.
When was Romantic India released and how long is it?
Romantic India was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 2h 41m.