Kurukshetra
Synopsis
A combination of the epic story of the Mahabharata with contemporary social issues. It starts with a focus on a new social order, featuring three social workers, including Suvarnarekha, dedicated to eliminating idleness. The main narrative then unfolds by incorporating well-known mythological events like the Draupadi Swayamvar and the Sabha (Court) incident, progressing toward the Kurukshetra war. Throughout the film, these epic sequences are mixed with modern "social sequences" and philosophical lessons from the Bhagavad Gita in an attempt to address and provide solutions for national problems.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- R. Sharma
- Screenplay & Story
- Kamala Kant Varma, Jamil Mazhari
- Original Title
- Kurukshetra
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
R. Sharma
Kamala Kant Varma, Jamil Mazhari
Department Leadership Roster
R. Sharma
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kurukshetra
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Kurukshetra about?
A combination of the epic story of the Mahabharata with contemporary social issues. It starts with a focus on a new social order, featuring three social workers, including Suvarnarekha, dedicated to eliminating idleness. The main narrative then unfolds by incorporating well-known mythological events like the Draupadi Swayamvar and the Sabha (Court) incident, progressing toward the Kurukshetra war. Throughout the film, these epic sequences are mixed with modern "social sequences" and philosophical lessons from the Bhagavad Gita in an attempt to address and provide solutions for national problems.
Who directed Kurukshetra?
Kurukshetra was directed by R. Sharma.
Who stars in Kurukshetra?
The principal cast of Kurukshetra includes K.L. Saigal, Nawab Kashmiri, P. V. Narasimha Bharathi, Radharani, D. Balasubramaniam.
When was Kurukshetra released and how long is it?
Kurukshetra was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 2h 34m.