Maheswari (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film
Released in 1955, Maheswari is a drama film directed by T. R. Raghunath.
What it’s about. Manickam is wanted by the army of East India Company. He is absconding and takes refuge in the house of Maheswari. Manickam and Maheswari fall in love with each other. Manickam's father Dharmalingam demands a large dowry from Maheswari's mother, Kanthimathi, who somehow manages to give the amount. However, Dharmalingam comes to know that Kanthimathi is ridiculed by the villagers as a woman of loose moral character. So, he sends back Maheswari to her home. Manickam is helpless because he depends on his father for everything.
Who’s in it. Maheswari stars Gemini Ganesan as Manickam, Savitri as Maheswari, K. A. Thangavelu as Dharmalingam and Saradamba as Kanthimathi, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maheswari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maheswari tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maheswari (1955)?
- In US, Maheswari is available to stream on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Maheswari?
- Maheswari stars Gemini Ganesan, Savitri, K. A. Thangavelu, Saradamba and N. S. Narayana Pillai.
- When was Maheswari released?
- Maheswari was released in 1955.