Matharkula Manikkam
Synopsis
The film is based on two couples – where the first couple Dr. Chandra Shekar (Gemini Ganesan) & Parvathi (Anjali Devi) and the second couple is Ravi (A. Nageswara Rao) & Lakshmi (Savitri). Ravi & Lakshmi are happy lovers. Ravi is summoned and asked to marry another girl forcibly. Since his father's life & honor are at stake, Ravi agrees to the marriage. Simultaneously another marriage takes place in the same village Dr. Chandra Shekar visits his best friend's sister marriage but the marriage cancels in the last moment due to dowry problems to keep up his friend's prestige Shekar marriage's his sister called Parvathi. Due to sudden marriage, the couple doesn't see each other. Thereby because marriage is happening without his wish Ravi also not seen the bride's face. Both the bridal parties traveling on the same train which run into a disastrous accident. In the accident Ravi's parents and wife are dead.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tatineni Prakash Rao
- Screenplay & Story
- Vempati Sadasivabrahmam
- Original Score
- Saluri Rajeswara Rao
- Original Title
- Matharkula Manikkam
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 3h 17m
- Production Studios
- Lalitha Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tatineni Prakash Rao
Vempati Sadasivabrahmam, C. V. Sridhar
Saluri Rajeswara Rao
N. M. Shankar
A. Sankar Reddy
Department Leadership Roster
A. Sankar Reddy
Producer
Tatineni Prakash Rao
Director
N. M. Shankar
Editor
Vempati Sadasivabrahmam
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Matharkula Manikkam
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What is Matharkula Manikkam about?
The film is based on two couples – where the first couple Dr. Chandra Shekar (Gemini Ganesan) & Parvathi (Anjali Devi) and the second couple is Ravi (A. Nageswara Rao) & Lakshmi (Savitri). Ravi & Lakshmi are happy lovers. Ravi is summoned and asked to marry another girl forcibly. Since his father's life & honor are at stake, Ravi agrees to the marriage. Simultaneously another marriage takes place in the same village Dr. Chandra Shekar visits his best friend's sister marriage but the marriage cancels in the last moment due to dowry problems to keep up his friend's prestige Shekar marriage's his sister called Parvathi. Due to sudden marriage, the couple doesn't see each other. Thereby because marriage is happening without his wish Ravi also not seen the bride's face. Both the bridal parties traveling on the same train which run into a disastrous accident. In the accident Ravi's parents and wife are dead.
Who directed Matharkula Manikkam?
Matharkula Manikkam was directed by Tatineni Prakash Rao.
Who stars in Matharkula Manikkam?
The principal cast of Matharkula Manikkam includes Gemini Ganesan, Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Anjali Devi, Savitri, S. V. Ranga Rao.
When was Matharkula Manikkam released and how long is it?
Matharkula Manikkam was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 3h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Matharkula Manikkam?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Matharkula Manikkam was composed by Saluri Rajeswara Rao.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Matharkula Manikkam?
Matharkula Manikkam holds official age classifications: IN: U (Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.).