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Bhakta Kanakadasa

  • 1960
  • Not Rated
  • 2h 7m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
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Bhakta Kanakadasa (1960)
KannadaBiographyDramaHistoryMusical

The spiritual journey of Kanakadasa, a poet and a philosopher belonging to the Dasa sect during the 16th century when the stone idol of Lord Krishna turns around as he's being punished for w... Read allThe spiritual journey of Kanakadasa, a poet and a philosopher belonging to the Dasa sect during the 16th century when the stone idol of Lord Krishna turns around as he's being punished for wanting to see the Lord's statue in Udupi.The spiritual journey of Kanakadasa, a poet and a philosopher belonging to the Dasa sect during the 16th century when the stone idol of Lord Krishna turns around as he's being punished for wanting to see the Lord's statue in Udupi.

  • Director
    • Y.R. Swamy
  • Writer
    • Hunsur Krishnamurthy
  • Stars
    • Udaya Kumar
    • Rajkumar
    • K.S. Ashwath
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    76
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    • Director
      • Y.R. Swamy
    • Writer
      • Hunsur Krishnamurthy
    • Stars
      • Udaya Kumar
      • Rajkumar
      • K.S. Ashwath
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    Udaya Kumar
    Udaya Kumar
    Rajkumar
    Rajkumar
    • Kanakadasa
    K.S. Ashwath
    • (as: K. S. Ashwath)
    • (as Ashwath)
    Sorat Ashwath
    M.N. Lakshmi Devi
    B. Hanumanthachar
    M. Jayashree
      T. Kirshna Kumari
        T.R. Narasimharaju
        K.M. Rathnakar
        Makeup Subbanna
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          • Y.R. Swamy
        • Writer
          • Hunsur Krishnamurthy
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        10rameshbabunaidu

        A timeless classic that celebrates devotion, music & human values - Bhakta Kanakadasa - 1960 πŸ™

        Bhakta Kanakadasa 1960 is not just a movie, it is a soulful journey into the life of one of Karnataka's greatest saints and poets, Kanakadasa. Ee chitravu kevala pauranika katheyalla, adu bhakti, satya mattu manaviyatheya jeevanta chitranavide.

        The legendary performance by Dr Rajkumar as Kanakadasa is truly divine. His expressions, voice modulation, and emotional depth bring the saint's struggles and devotion alive on screen. Every scene feels pure, sincere, and filled with meaning.

        A huge salute to Producer K S Naidu, whose vision and commitment brought such a spiritually rich story to cinema at a time when technical resources were limited. Avara nishte mattu dharmabhavana ee chitravannu kalateetha kruthiyannagiside.

        Director Y R Swamy deserves all praise for weaving together devotion, drama, and music so beautifully. The screenplay flows gracefully, touching both the heart and soul. Writer H L Narayana Rao's dialogues and script stay true to the life and teachings of Kanakadasa, making every line meaningful and memorable.

        The music, the soul of this film, still echoes in the hearts of Kannada audiences. Songs like Baagilanu Teredu Seve Madi continue to inspire generations.

        Overall, Bhakta Kanakadasa stands tall as one of the most respected classics of Kannada cinema - a perfect blend of devotion, storytelling, and cultural pride.

        Verdict 10 out of 10 A must-watch masterpiece - timeless, emotional, and spiritually uplifting.

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          Boasting of lilting tunes, the songs included the works of Saint Kanakadasa himself.
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          Baagilanu Theredu
          Sung by P.B. Sreenivas

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          • Kannada
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          • 2h 7m(127 min)
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          • Black and White

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