The Khayal Saga
ख्याल गाथा
Synopsis
A music student listens to stories and legends about the birth and evolution of the Khayal form of classical Indian singing. These stories are re-enacted by actors who play several key figures throughout the history of classical music.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Rotterdam International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kumar Shahani
- Screenplay & Story
- Kumar Shahani, Kamal Swaroop, Ashamki Acharya
- Original Title
- ख्याल गाथा
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Bombay Cinematograph, Madhya Pradesh Film Development
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kumar Shahani
Kumar Shahani, Kamal Swaroop, Ashamki Acharya
K.K. Mahajan
Paresh Kamdar
Department Leadership Roster
Kumar Shahani
Writer
Kumar Shahani
Director
Paresh Kamdar
Editor
K.K. Mahajan
Director of Photography
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What is The Khayal Saga about?
A music student listens to stories and legends about the birth and evolution of the Khayal form of classical Indian singing. These stories are re-enacted by actors who play several key figures throughout the history of classical music.
Who directed The Khayal Saga?
The Khayal Saga was directed by Kumar Shahani.
Who stars in The Khayal Saga?
The principal cast of The Khayal Saga includes Mita Vashisht, Mangal Dhillon, Rajat Kapoor, Birju Maharaj, Alaknanda Samarth.
When was The Khayal Saga released and how long is it?
The Khayal Saga was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.