Gunasundari Katha (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1949, Gunasundari Katha is a drama and fantasy film directed by Kadri Venkata Reddy, running about 172 minutes.
What it’s about. After a fit of rage, King Ugrasena marries off his daughter Gunasundari to Daivadeenam, a disabled man. However, things take a turn when the king falls ill. A comedic adaptation of Shakespeare's King Lear, this was the first Telugu film to complete 100 days of theatrical run in 10 centers.
Who’s in it. Gunasundari Katha stars Sriranjani as Gunasundari, Kasturi Sivarao as Daivadeenam, Govindarajula Subba Rao as Ugrasena and P. Santha Kumari as Rupasundari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Gunasundari Katha sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gunasundari Katha page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gunasundari Katha tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gunasundari Katha (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gunasundari Katha change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gunasundari Katha worth watching?
- Gunasundari Katha holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Gunasundari Katha?
- Gunasundari Katha stars Sriranjani, Kasturi Sivarao, Govindarajula Subba Rao, P. Santha Kumari and K. Malathi.
- When was Gunasundari Katha released?
- Gunasundari Katha was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 172 minutes.