Agniputhri
അഗ്നിപുത്രി
Synopsis
The respectable college teacher Rajan (Nazir) marries Sindhu (Sheela), the orphaned inmate of a home for destitutes. The feudal conservative hypocrisies of the hero’s family are graphically criticised: Rajan’s cousin Chandran admits he once had sex with Sindhu, and Rajan’s snooty brother, the doctor Jayadev, fathered Sindhu’s daughter Bindu. Sindhu further confesses on her wedding night that she suffers from venereal disease.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 18, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- M. Krishnan Nair
- Screenplay & Story
- S L Puram Sadanandan, Vayalar Ramavarma
- Original Score
- M. S. Baburaj
- Original Title
- അഗ്നിപുത്രി
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Production Studios
- Prem Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
M. Krishnan Nair
S L Puram Sadanandan, Vayalar Ramavarma
M. S. Baburaj
V. P. Krishnan
Prem Nawas
Department Leadership Roster
M. Krishnan Nair
Director
S L Puram Sadanandan
Writer
V. P. Krishnan
Editor
Prem Nawas
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Agniputhri
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Agniputhri about?
The respectable college teacher Rajan (Nazir) marries Sindhu (Sheela), the orphaned inmate of a home for destitutes. The feudal conservative hypocrisies of the hero’s family are graphically criticised: Rajan’s cousin Chandran admits he once had sex with Sindhu, and Rajan’s snooty brother, the doctor Jayadev, fathered Sindhu’s daughter Bindu. Sindhu further confesses on her wedding night that she suffers from venereal disease.
Who directed Agniputhri?
Agniputhri was directed by M. Krishnan Nair.
Who stars in Agniputhri?
The principal cast of Agniputhri includes Prem Nazir, Sheela, T R Omana, T. S. Muthaiah, Aranmula Ponnamma.
When was Agniputhri released and how long is it?
Agniputhri was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 2h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Agniputhri?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Agniputhri was composed by M. S. Baburaj.