Movie Description

Prithvi Vallabh

Prithvi Vallabh

(1924)

Overview

Seminal silent historical film, the story features King Munja, ruler of Aranti, famed warrior and patron of the arts. Munja (Sandow) falls into the hands of his arch enemy Tailap, who received assistance from Bhillam (Altekar), king of Dharavati. Tailap orders that Munja be put to death but is held back by Tailap's powerful sister Minalvati (Fatma Begum), a widow who first wants to break Munja's spirit. Instead, she and Munja fall in love.

Cast

Facts

Original TitlePrithvi Vallabh

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1924-01-04

Original LanguageHindi

Runtime 02h 01m

Production CompaniesAshoka Pics

Genres

  • Drama
  • History