
Akela
Synopsis
A blacksmith named Budhwa, who is "too ugly to get a life-mate," is set to marry a woman named Maina. However, Maina is secretly in love with another man and has to make a difficult decision on her wedding night. The film follows the chain of events that unfold after this choice, as Budhwa and Maina's lives become intertwined in unexpected ways.
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- Director
- Pessi Kara
- Original Score
- Khan Mastana
- Original Title
- Akela
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pessi Kara
Khan Mastana
Kikubhai Desai
Department Leadership Roster
Kikubhai Desai
Producer
Pessi Kara
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Akela.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Akela
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Akela about?
A blacksmith named Budhwa, who is "too ugly to get a life-mate," is set to marry a woman named Maina. However, Maina is secretly in love with another man and has to make a difficult decision on her wedding night. The film follows the chain of events that unfold after this choice, as Budhwa and Maina's lives become intertwined in unexpected ways.
Who directed Akela?
Akela was directed by Pessi Kara.
Who stars in Akela?
The principal cast of Akela includes Bibbo, Mazhar Khan, Eddie Billimoria, Moti.
When was Akela released and how long is it?
Akela was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 2h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Akela?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Akela was composed by Khan Mastana.
