Tonga-Wali
Synopsis
A humble tonga driver named Lachhman returns a forgotten bundle to Rajo, and though her father offers him a reward, he refuses. Instead, he sells his beloved tonga to raise a dowry and marry her. After tragedy strikes and Lachhman dies, Rajo takes up the tonga herself to survive, challenging tradition and society’s expectations.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lekhraj Bhakri
- Original Score
- Salil Chowdhury
- Original Title
- Tonga-Wali
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- NH Studioz
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lekhraj Bhakri
Salil Chowdhury
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Lekhraj Bhakri
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tonga-Wali
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tonga-Wali about?
A humble tonga driver named Lachhman returns a forgotten bundle to Rajo, and though her father offers him a reward, he refuses. Instead, he sells his beloved tonga to raise a dowry and marry her. After tragedy strikes and Lachhman dies, Rajo takes up the tonga herself to survive, challenging tradition and society’s expectations.
Who directed Tonga-Wali?
Tonga-Wali was directed by Lekhraj Bhakri.
Who stars in Tonga-Wali?
The principal cast of Tonga-Wali includes Shammi Kapoor, Balraj Sahni, Anita Guha, Jayant, Gope.
When was Tonga-Wali released and how long is it?
Tonga-Wali was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Tonga-Wali?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tonga-Wali was composed by Salil Chowdhury.