Malliswari (1951)

Malliswari (1951) poster

During the days of the Vijayanagara Empire there was a system to bring willing women to the royal palace and render them official residents. This was called 'Rani Vasam'. According to this royal tradition, they sent palanquins to their houses, after they presented the family with gifts and jewelry. These Rani Vasam women should never have any contact with any man or let any man see them without permission. If any one violated the law, they were beheaded. Malleswari (Bhanumathi) was taken to this Rani Vasam. She was forced to accept this, for lure of money and jewelry by her parents. But she was already in love with her 'Bava' Nagaraju (N.T. Rama Rao), a sculptor. He stealthily got into the garden of the palace to meet his beloved and was caught. He was to get the death penalty. Krishnadevaraya for once pardoned the hero and allowed Malleswari to go with him.

Director: B.N. Reddi
Genre: Romance, Drama, Fantasy
Runtime: 175 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Saluri Rajeswara Rao, Addepalli Rama Rao
Cinematography: Adi M. Irani, B. N. Konda Reddy
Editing: H. R. Narayana Vasu
Production: Vauhini
Country: India
Language: తెలుగు
Original Language: te
More Films by Director: B.N. Reddi
More Films in Genre: Romance, Drama, Fantasy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Malliswari about?
During the days of the Vijayanagara Empire there was a system to bring willing women to the royal palace and render them official residents. This was called 'Rani Vasam'. According to this royal tradition, they sent palanquins to their houses, after they presented the family with gifts and jewelry. These Rani Vasam women should never have any contact with any man or let any man see them without permission. If any one violated the law, they were beheaded. Malleswari (Bhanumathi) was taken to this Rani Vasam. She was forced to accept this, for lure of money and jewelry by her parents. But she was already in love with her 'Bava' Nagaraju (N.T. Rama Rao), a sculptor. He stealthily got into the garden of the palace to meet his beloved and was caught. He was to get the death penalty. Krishnadevaraya for once pardoned the hero and allowed Malleswari to go with him.
Who directed Malliswari?
Malliswari was directed by B.N. Reddi.
Who stars in Malliswari?
Malliswari stars N.T. Rama Rao, Bhanumathi, T.G. Kamaladevi, Srivastava, Rushyendramani.
How long is Malliswari?
Malliswari has a runtime of 2h 55m (175 minutes).
What genre is Malliswari?
Malliswari is a Romance, Drama, Fantasy film.
Where was Malliswari produced?
Malliswari was produced in India.