Grihalakshmi (1938)

Directed by

H. M. Reddy

Genre

drama film

Country

British Raj

Elsewhere

IMDb

How it feels

A Telugu drama film from 1938 about a woman who challenges social norms. It was based on a stage play and known for its daring depiction of sensuality. The film introduced a new actress as a bold character.

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What happens

Gruhalakshmi is a 1938 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced and directed by H. M. Reddy. Starring Ramanujacharyulu, Kanchanamala, Kannamba, and Chittoor Nagayya, it was the debut production of Rohini Pictures and marked the cinematic debut of Chittoor Nagayya. The film was an adaptation of the 1929 stage play Rangoon Rowdy by Somaraju Ramanuja Rao and was a commercial success. Gruhalakshmi is notable for introducing Kanchanamala as Telugu cinema's first "oomph" girl, gaining widespread attention for its daring portrayal of sensuality. The film also marked an early career role for K. V. Reddy, who worked as a cashier for Rohini Pictures before becoming a renowned filmmaker. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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