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Krishnakanter Will
Haralal arranges a fake will and makes Rohini, an orphaned widow, agree to change the original will for the fake one.
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Plot Summary
The film is based on the famous Bengali novel by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. It delves into the complex relationships and moral dilemmas surrounding a contested will, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of greed within a family.
Critical Reception
As a very early Bengali film, specific critical reception data from the time is scarce. However, it is recognized as an important early work in Bengali cinema, contributing to the adaptation of literary classics to the screen.
What Reviewers Say
An early significant adaptation of a classic Bengali novel.
Notable for its historical importance in Indian cinema.
Explores timeless themes of human relationships and morality.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable for this era of Indian cinema.
Fun Fact
This film is an adaptation of one of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's most famous and controversial novels, which itself was first serialized in 1878.
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