Prithvi Vallabh

Seminal silent historical film, the story features King Munja, ruler of Aranti, famed warrior and patron of the arts. Munja (Sandow) falls into the hands of his arch enemy Tailap, who received assistance from Bhillam (Altekar), king of Dharavati. Tailap orders that Munja be put to death but is held back by Tailap's powerful sister Minalvati (Fatma Begum), a widow who first wants to break Munja's spirit. Instead, she and Munja fall in love.

Release Date

January 4, 1924

Status

Released

Original Title

Prithvi Vallabh

Runtime

2h 1min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Hindi

Production Companies

Ashoka Pics