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Hindi CINEMA · 2019
Pearl of the Desert
Maru ro Moti
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Overview
Moti Khan, a musically gifted child from the lower caste Muslim Manganiyars of the Thar Desert, is forced to sing and play music for their ancestral patrons in order to survive, even though he finds it humiliating. Sattar, his father, wants Moti to study and make a career outside music. But Moti aspires to be a successful singer so that he is treated respectfully. He leaves his village behind and sets out on a journey to discover his music.
A closer look
Pearl of the Desert (2019) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Documentary. Directed by Pushpendra Singh. Runtime: 82 minutes.
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Pearl of the Desert FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Pearl of the Desert?
Pearl of the Desert is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Pearl of the Desert?
Our source metadata lists 19 October 2019. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Pearl of the Desert?
The listed director is Pushpendra Singh.
How long is Pearl of the Desert?
The recorded runtime is 82 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Pearl of the Desert?
The source lists these genres: Documentary.
What is the original title of Pearl of the Desert?
The original title in our source data is Maru ro Moti. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Pearl of the Desert about?
Moti Khan, a musically gifted child from the lower caste Muslim Manganiyars of the Thar Desert, is forced to sing and play music for their ancestral patrons in order to survive, even though he finds it humiliating. Sattar, his father, wants Moti to study and make a career outside music. But Moti aspires to be a successful singer so that he is treated respectfully. He leaves his village behind and sets out on a journey to discover his music.
