THE INDIAN CINEMA GUIDE
Marathi CINEMA · 1945
Lakhrani
Overview
Bichwa (Khote) is the queen of a devout Untouchable community not permitted to enter the temple. Her daughter Lakha, the best dancer in the community, marries the prince of a rival community of atheists and is excommunicated by her own people. The devout group has their devotion tested by economic setbacks and a major conflict erupts between them and the atheists but god materialises on earth, thus solving the problems of belief and its attendant conflicts. Untouchability is abolished and they can all join together to worship in the temple. This transparent piece of religious propaganda saw Guru Dutt’s acting debut in the minor role of Lachman, Lakha’s brother.
A closer look
Lakhrani (1945) is a Marathi-language Indian movie. Directed by Vishram Bedekar. The cast includes Durga Khote, Monica Desai, D.K. Sapru, Guru Dutt. Runtime: 122 minutes.
Cast & crew
Beyond Lakhrani
Explore other films featuring the people behind this movie.
Lakhrani FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Lakhrani?
Lakhrani is listed as a Marathi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Lakhrani?
Our source metadata lists 27 October 1945. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Lakhrani?
The listed director is Vishram Bedekar.
Who is in the cast of Lakhrani?
The available cast credits include Durga Khote, Monica Desai, D.K. Sapru, Guru Dutt. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Lakhrani?
The recorded runtime is 122 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What is Lakhrani about?
Bichwa (Khote) is the queen of a devout Untouchable community not permitted to enter the temple. Her daughter Lakha, the best dancer in the community, marries the prince of a rival community of atheists and is excommunicated by her own people. The devout group has their devotion tested by economic setbacks and a major conflict erupts between them and the atheists but god materialises on earth, thus solving the problems of belief and its attendant conflicts. Untouchability is abolished and they can all join together to worship in the temple. This transparent piece of religious propaganda saw Guru Dutt’s acting debut in the minor role of Lachman, Lakha’s brother.
