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Overview
Melodrama warning women to be dutifully subordinated wives and not to be tempted by modernising trends towards individual emancipation. 'The orphaned Sarala (Rattan Bai) is estranged from her loving husband Ramdas (Kumar) by the wiles of villain Avilash (Hafizji). She runs away and, following divine intervention in the form of an earthquake, escapes the villain's clutches. Living as a beggar, she finally dies in the arms of her husband begging forgiveness.
A closer look
Sarala (1936) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Directed by Premankur Atorthy. The cast includes Rattan Bai, M. Kumar, I.A. Hafizji, Jillo. Runtime: 157 minutes.
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Sarala FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Sarala?
Sarala is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Sarala?
Our source metadata lists 11 September 1936. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Sarala?
The listed director is Premankur Atorthy.
Who is in the cast of Sarala?
The available cast credits include Rattan Bai, M. Kumar, I.A. Hafizji, Jillo, Pramila. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Sarala?
The recorded runtime is 157 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What is Sarala about?
Melodrama warning women to be dutifully subordinated wives and not to be tempted by modernising trends towards individual emancipation. 'The orphaned Sarala (Rattan Bai) is estranged from her loving husband Ramdas (Kumar) by the wiles of villain Avilash (Hafizji). She runs away and, following divine intervention in the form of an earthquake, escapes the villain's clutches. Living as a beggar, she finally dies in the arms of her husband begging forgiveness.
