Movie Description
Gul-e-Bakavali
(1924)Overview
Based on a popular legend, this silent film tells the story of the fairy Bakavali and her divine flower, the Gul, which possesses healing powers. Taj-ul-Mulk, a prince from the East, seeks the flower to cure his blind father. The legend's origins are debated: one version traces it to a 19th-century translation of a Persian tale, while another points to a 16th-century narrative from Abely Sheikh. The story was a favorite on the Parsee stage, particularly the scenes where Taj-ul-Mulk battles his villainous brothers, who steal the flower. The tale also features Bakavali turning to stone and her eventual human rebirth.
Featured Crew
- Director : Kanjibhai Rathod
- Writer : Mohanlal G. Dave
- Cast : Ahmed Khalil,Sultana,Zubeida,Moti,Jamna,Fatma Begum,Noor Mohammad Charlie,Usha Rani,Sabita Devi
Cast
Tajul Malik
Bakavali
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Facts
Original TitleGul-e-Bakavali
Status Released
Release Information
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1924-06-27
Original Language
Production CompaniesKohinoor Film Company
