Hannele Chiguridaga (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1968, Hannele Chiguridaga is a family and drama film directed by M. R. Vittal, running about 161 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on Triveni's novel. An orthodox patriarch (Nagendra Rao) is upset when one of his five sons (Arun Kumar) wants to marry a theatre actress (Premalatha). The old man’s daughter Malathi (Kalpana) is widowed and her friend Prasad (Rajkumar), who had arranged Malathi’s marriage, also loses his wife. The patriarch refuses to let Malathi marry Prasad, leading to extensive debate and a revolt within the family before he relents. The original novel, working within a social reform tradition, strongly advocated widow remarriage

Who’s in it. Hannele Chiguridaga stars Dr. Rajkumar, Kalpana, R. Nagendra Rao and Dinesh, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Hannele Chiguridaga has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hannele Chiguridaga page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hannele Chiguridaga tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hannele Chiguridaga (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hannele Chiguridaga change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Hannele Chiguridaga worth watching?
Hannele Chiguridaga holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Hannele Chiguridaga?
Hannele Chiguridaga stars Dr. Rajkumar, Kalpana, R. Nagendra Rao, Dinesh and B. V. Radha.
When was Hannele Chiguridaga released?
Hannele Chiguridaga was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 161 minutes.