Love in the Time of Malaria (1992)
A satirical musical that analysis of power and fascism in a witty and tragic way, inspired by traditional Gujarati Bhavai shows.
Having moved to the city of Khojpuri to pursue his scientific investigations into the uses of onions, Hunsilal soon discovers a novel way to tackle mosquitoes, and is celebrated by Raja Bhadrabhoop. However, he soon learns that things may not be as they seem, that the mosquitoes may not be the pests (or even the insects) he once assumed them to be, as he gets drawn into an undercurrent of revolution and discovery, precipitated by his burgeoning love for his colleague Parveen. Inspired by the traditional Gujarati Bhavai, 'Hun Hunsi Hunsilal' is interwoven with an absurdist, innovative soundtrack and presents a satirical, modern day tragic fable about fascism, revolution and the power of stories, all shot beautifully, in what is one of India's most powerful and relevant films to date.
Cast
- Dilip Joshi - Hunshilal
- Renuka Shahane - Parveen
- Mohan Gokhale - King Bhadrabhoop II
- Manoj Joshi
- Nimesh Desai
Screenplay
- Paresh Naik (Dialogue)
- Paresh Naik (Story)
- Paresh Naik (Lyricist)
Themes
Political Satire and Social Critique, Satirical Tales and Social Critique, Political Satire and Social Folly
Keywords
political satire
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Love in the Time of Malaria about?
- Having moved to the city of Khojpuri to pursue his scientific investigations into the uses of onions, Hunsilal soon discovers a novel way to tackle mosquitoes, and is celebrated by Raja Bhadrabhoop. However, he soon learns that things may not be as they seem, that the mosquitoes may not be the pests (or even the insects) he once assumed them to be, as he gets drawn into an undercurrent of revolution and discovery, precipitated by his burgeoning love for his colleague Parveen. Inspired by the traditional Gujarati Bhavai, 'Hun Hunsi Hunsilal' is interwoven with an absurdist, innovative soundtrack and presents a satirical, modern day tragic fable about fascism, revolution and the power of stories, all shot beautifully, in what is one of India's most powerful and relevant films to date.
- Who directed Love in the Time of Malaria?
- Love in the Time of Malaria was directed by Sanjiv Shah.
- Who stars in Love in the Time of Malaria?
- Love in the Time of Malaria stars Dilip Joshi, Renuka Shahane, Mohan Gokhale, Manoj Joshi, Nimesh Desai.
- How long is Love in the Time of Malaria?
- Love in the Time of Malaria has a runtime of 2h 9m (129 minutes).
- What genre is Love in the Time of Malaria?
- Love in the Time of Malaria is a Music, Comedy, Drama, Romance film.
- What is the budget of Love in the Time of Malaria?
- Love in the Time of Malaria had a budget of $65,856.
- Where was Love in the Time of Malaria produced?
- Love in the Time of Malaria was produced in India.
- What are the themes of Love in the Time of Malaria?
- The themes of Love in the Time of Malaria include: Political Satire and Social Critique, Satirical Tales and Social Critique, Political Satire and Social Folly.