The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki (1941)
In Manipur, in the early years of the 19th century, graceful and enchanting court dancer Indrani has captured the heart of Prince Chandrakirti. However, Indrani is looked down upon because of her low social standing and turned away when she tries to enter the city temple. She seeks solace in a crumbling temple, where all are welcome. Meanwhile, Prince Chandra comes under pressure to marry the princess of a neighboring land and secure a peace treaty for his kingdom.
Director: Modhu Bose
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 84 min
Release Date: January 2, 1941
Cast
- Sadhona Bose - Indrani - the Court Dancer
- Protima Dasgupta - Riya / 1st Companion
- Binita Gupta - Priya
- Prithviraj Kapoor - Prince Chandrakriti (Hindi version)
- Jal Khambata - High Priest Kashishwar
- S.B. Nayampalli - King Jaisingh (as Nayampalli)
Screenplay
Music: Timir Baran
Cinematography: Probodh Das, Jatin Das
Editing: Shyam Das
Country: India
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Modhu Bose
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki about?
- In Manipur, in the early years of the 19th century, graceful and enchanting court dancer Indrani has captured the heart of Prince Chandrakirti. However, Indrani is looked down upon because of her low social standing and turned away when she tries to enter the city temple. She seeks solace in a crumbling temple, where all are welcome. Meanwhile, Prince Chandra comes under pressure to marry the princess of a neighboring land and secure a peace treaty for his kingdom.
- Who directed The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki?
- The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki was directed by Modhu Bose.
- Who stars in The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki?
- The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki stars Sadhona Bose, Protima Dasgupta, Binita Gupta, Prithviraj Kapoor, Jal Khambata, S.B. Nayampalli.
- How long is The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki?
- The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki has a runtime of 1h 24m (84 minutes).
- What genre is The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki?
- The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki is a Drama film.
- Where was The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki produced?
- The Court Dancer: Raj Nartaki was produced in India.