Harishchandra (1955)
Original title: ഹരിശ്ചന്ദ്ര
The film was based on the legend of King Harishchandra, recounted in the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Starring Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair, Miss Kumari, Master Hari, G. K. Pillai, Jose Prakash and T. S. Muthiah in major roles, it features cinematography by N. S. Mani and music by Brother Lakshmanan.
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Thikkurissy Sukumaran NairHarishchandra
Miss KumariChandramathiMaster HariLohithakshaG K PillaiVishvamitran
Jose PrakashSathyakeerthi (Minister)
T. S. MuthaiahShukran (Vishvamitra's helper)
S. P. PillaiKalakantan
Adoor PankajamKalakanta's wifeMovie DNA
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Frequently asked questions about Harishchandra
What is Harishchandra about?
The film was based on the legend of King Harishchandra, recounted in the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Starring Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair, Miss Kumari, Master Hari, G. K. Pillai, Jose Prakash and T. S. Muthiah in major roles, it features cinematography by N. S. Mani and music by Brother Lakshmanan.
How long is Harishchandra?
Harishchandra has a runtime of 140 minutes.