Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple (2024)
The film tells the saga of the Dagars - the renowned family of Moslem royal musicians, who over many generations practiced and preserved dhrupad - the oldest form of Indian classical music, that has its origins in Hindu temple music and spiritual thought. The two main protagonists are Fahimuddin Dagar, one of the last bearers of the knowledge of this tradition, and his student Ashish Sankrityayan, the filmmaker, who wields the camera while learning, discussing, singing, and travelling with his teacher.
Director: Ashish Sankrityayan
Runtime: 293 min
Release Date: February 1, 2024
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple about?
- The film tells the saga of the Dagars - the renowned family of Moslem royal musicians, who over many generations practiced and preserved dhrupad - the oldest form of Indian classical music, that has its origins in Hindu temple music and spiritual thought. The two main protagonists are Fahimuddin Dagar, one of the last bearers of the knowledge of this tradition, and his student Ashish Sankrityayan, the filmmaker, who wields the camera while learning, discussing, singing, and travelling with his teacher.
- Who directed Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple?
- Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple was directed by Ashish Sankrityayan.
- Who stars in Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple?
- Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple stars Rahim Fahimuddin Dagar, Ashish Sankrityayan.
- How long is Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple?
- Dhrupad of the Dagars - The Mosque That Preserved a Temple has a runtime of 4h 53m (293 minutes).