Kaaliya Mardhanam
Kaaliya Mardhanam

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Kaaliya Mardhanam

1982
Movie
125 min
Malayalam

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: N. T. Rama RaoGenres: Mythological, Fantasy

Plot Summary

This mythological film retells the story of Lord Krishna's divine feat of subduing the monstrous serpent Kaliya. When the serpent pollutes the Yamuna river, Krishna bravely confronts and defeats it, saving the villagers and restoring peace to Vrindavan. The narrative highlights Krishna's divine power, courage, and his role as a protector.

Critical Reception

As a mythological film from the 1980s, 'Kaaliya Mardhanam' was primarily produced to cater to a devotional audience. It received a generally positive reception for its visual representation of the epic tale and its performances, particularly from N. T. Rama Rao in the lead role. The film was a commercial success, resonating with its target demographic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful depiction of the mythological story.

  • N. T. Rama Rao's portrayal of Lord Krishna was highly appreciated.

  • The film's grand scale and devotional themes resonated well with audiences.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific film on Google is not readily available. However, films of this genre and era typically garnered strong support from devotees and fans of mythological storytelling.

Fun Fact

N. T. Rama Rao, a legendary figure in Telugu cinema, directed and starred in this film, showcasing his deep connection to mythological roles and storytelling.

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