Naagarahaavu
ನಾಗರಹಾವು
“Based on novel by T. R. Subba Rao”
Synopsis
Although Ramachari falls madly in love with Alamelu, her parents forbid their marriage and force her to marry another man. But Ramachari can't stand idly by when he discovers his sweetheart's husband has become her pimp. Quietly aiding Ramachari on his quest to save Alamelu is Chamayya, a childless woman who loves him as much as if he were her own son.
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Vishnuvardhan
Ramachari
K. S. Ashwath
Chamayya Meshtru
Aarathi
Alamelu
Shivaram
Varada
Ambareesh
Jaleela
Leelavathi
Thungamma, Chamayya Meshtru's wife
Loknath
C H Shyam Rao , College Principal
M. P. Shankar
Pailwan Basanna
Shubha
Margaret
M.N. Lakshmi Devi
Margaret's mother
Jayanthi
Onake Obavva (Guest Appearance)
Dheerendra Gopal
Thukaram
Shakti Prasad
Naidu Uncle
Vajramuni
Laxmu
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- S.R. Puttanna Kanagal
- Screenplay & Story
- S.R. Puttanna Kanagal
- Original Score
- Vijaya Bhaskar
- Original Title
- ನಾಗರಹಾವು
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Kannada
- Runtime
- 2h 49m
- Production Studios
- Sri Eswari Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
S.R. Puttanna Kanagal
S.R. Puttanna Kanagal, Chi. Udayashankar, Vijayanarasimha, R.N. Jayagopal, Ta. Ra. Subba Rao
Vijaya Bhaskar
N. Veeraswamy
Department Leadership Roster
S.R. Puttanna Kanagal
Director
S.R. Puttanna Kanagal
Screenplay
N. Veeraswamy
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Naagarahaavu
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What is Naagarahaavu about?
Although Ramachari falls madly in love with Alamelu, her parents forbid their marriage and force her to marry another man. But Ramachari can't stand idly by when he discovers his sweetheart's husband has become her pimp. Quietly aiding Ramachari on his quest to save Alamelu is Chamayya, a childless woman who loves him as much as if he were her own son.
Who directed Naagarahaavu?
Naagarahaavu was directed by S.R. Puttanna Kanagal.
Who stars in Naagarahaavu?
The principal cast of Naagarahaavu includes Vishnuvardhan, K. S. Ashwath, Aarathi, Shivaram, Ambareesh.
When was Naagarahaavu released and how long is it?
Naagarahaavu was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 2h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Naagarahaavu?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Naagarahaavu was composed by Vijaya Bhaskar.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Naagarahaavu?
Naagarahaavu holds official age classifications: IN: U (Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.).