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Tamil CINEMA · 1966
Mahakavi Kalidas
Overview
Mahakavi Kalidas Directed by R. R. Chandran. Princess Vidyotama vows to marry the man who defeats her in debate, but she wins every time. Through a ruse, her spurned suitors manage to marry the princess to the simpleminded Kalidas. Ashamed of his ignorance, Kalidas becomes a seeker of knowledge and is bestowed with wisdom by the goddess Kali. This moving story of love and enlightenment is based on legends surrounding real-life poet Mahakavi Kalidas.
A closer look
Mahakavi Kalidas (1966) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Fantasy. Directed by R. R. Chandran. The cast includes Sivaji Ganesan, Sowcar Janaki, K. B. Sundarambal, Nagesh. Runtime: 143 minutes.
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Mahakavi Kalidas FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Mahakavi Kalidas?
Mahakavi Kalidas is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Mahakavi Kalidas?
Our source metadata lists 19 August 1966. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Mahakavi Kalidas?
The listed director is R. R. Chandran.
Who is in the cast of Mahakavi Kalidas?
The available cast credits include Sivaji Ganesan, Sowcar Janaki, K. B. Sundarambal, Nagesh, R. Muthuraman. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Mahakavi Kalidas?
The recorded runtime is 143 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Mahakavi Kalidas?
The source lists these genres: Fantasy.
What is Mahakavi Kalidas about?
Mahakavi Kalidas Directed by R. R. Chandran. Princess Vidyotama vows to marry the man who defeats her in debate, but she wins every time. Through a ruse, her spurned suitors manage to marry the princess to the simpleminded Kalidas. Ashamed of his ignorance, Kalidas becomes a seeker of knowledge and is bestowed with wisdom by the goddess Kali. This moving story of love and enlightenment is based on legends surrounding real-life poet Mahakavi Kalidas.
