Baghdad Thirudan(1960)
Baghdad Thirudan is a 1960 Indian Tamil-language swashbuckler film produced and directed by T. P. Sundaram. The film stars M. G. Ramachandran as Abu and Vyjayanthimala as Zarina, with M. N. Nambiar, T. S. Balaiah, and S. A. Ashokan in supporting roles. The story follows a prince who is hidden in a herd of cows after his parents are murdered, grows up as a bandit leader, and later reclaims his throne. The film is a remake of the 1924 American film The Thief of Bagdad and was inspired by the 1951 film The Prince Who Was a Thief. It is notable for being the only film featuring Ramachandran opposite Vyjayanthimala. The film was released on 6 May 1960 and had an average theatrical run.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 6 May 1960
- Director
- T. P. Sundaram
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A king and queen are murdered by a traitorous prime minister. Their baby son Abu is hidden in a herd of cows and raised by robbers. As an adult, Abu becomes a bandit who robs the rich to help the poor. He falls in love with Zarina and learns his true identity. Now he must fight the impostors to reclaim his kingdom.
“The prince who became a thief.”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Baghdad Thirudan
Cast reunions in this film: M. N. Nambiar & M. G. Ramachandran (37 films together), and M. N. Nambiar & M. N. Rajam (3 films together).