Pelli Kanuka (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film
Released in 1960, Pelli Kanuka is a notable film directed by C. V. Sridhar, running about 185 minutes. “Wedding Gift” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bhaskar (Akkineni Nageswara Rao) and Vasanti (B. Saroja Devi) are college mates who clash when she complains to the college principal about a love letter he sent her. Later on realizing her mistake, Vasanti apologizes to him and the two fall in love. Vasanti's elder sister, Geeta (Krishna Kumari), supports the family by stitching clothes.Bhaskar rents the room upstairs in their house. He falls ill and in nursing him, Geeta falls in love with him. She confides her love to Vasanti, who decides to sacrifice her love for her the sake of her sister and convinces Bhaskar to marry Geeta. Bhaskar initially neglects Geeta. On finding out, Vasanti writes to him that their sacrifice, made for Geeta's happiness, would mean nothing unless he is a good husband to Geeta. Bhaskar relents and Geeta and he have a son. Vasanti joins them and Geeta suspects that there is something on between Bhaskar and Vasanti and makes Vasanti leave the house.
Who’s in it. Pelli Kanuka stars Nageshwara Rao Akkineni as Bhaskar, Krishna Kumari as Geeta, B. Saroja Devi as Vasanti and Kongara Jaggayya as Raghu, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pelli Kanuka page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pelli Kanuka (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pelli Kanuka change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Pelli Kanuka?
- Pelli Kanuka stars Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Krishna Kumari, B. Saroja Devi, Kongara Jaggayya and Kongara Jaggayya.
- When was Pelli Kanuka released?
- Pelli Kanuka was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 185 minutes.