Shehnai(1947)
A struggling entertainer trying to keep his dance company afloat with the help of his four daughters. However, his wife is worried about the disrepute the profession is bringing the girls and diminishing their chances of marriage.
Movie: Shehnai
Top 10 Billed Cast
Rajesh
Prameela
Police Inspector
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A struggling entertainer trying to keep his dance company afloat with the help of his four daughters. However, his wife is worried about the disrepute the profession is bringing the girls and diminishing their chances of marriage.
Release Date
1947-08-15
Average
8
Rating:
4.0 startsTagline
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हिन्दी
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