Summary The simple plot has the maharani (Devika Rani) fall in love with the neighbouring prince (Rai) despite her father's disapproval. It is presented as an Orientalist fantasy with a, by Indian standards, scandalously prolonged kiss. It was described as 'a sort of American romance done against an Indian background'. View more details
Directed : John Hunt
Written : Rupert Downing Dewan Sharar
Stars : Abraham Sofaer Himanshu Rai Devika Rani Sudharani
Genres : Drama Romance
Release date : May 14, 1933
Countries of origin : United Kingdom India
Language : English Hindi
Filming locations : Stoll Studios, Cricklewood, London, England, UK
Production companies : Himansu Rai Film Indian & British Film Productions
Summary The simple plot has the maharani (Devika Rani) fall in love with the neighbouring prince (Rai) despite her father's disapproval. It is presented as an Orientalist fantasy with a, by Indian standards, scandalously prolonged kiss. It was described as 'a sort of American romance done against an Indian background'. View more details
Genres : Drama Romance
Release date : May 14, 1933
Countries of origin : United Kingdom India
Language : English Hindi
Filming locations : Stoll Studios, Cricklewood, London, England, UK
Production companies : Himansu Rai Film Indian & British Film Productions