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Raja Desingu(1960)

Tamil161 minstheatrical

Raja Desingu is a 1960 Indian Tamil-language biographical film directed by T. R. Raghunath. It stars M. G. Ramachandran, S. S. Rajendran, Bhanumathi, and Padmini in lead roles. The film depicts the life of an 18th-century Rajput king who refuses to submit to Mughal authority. It follows his preparation for war, the betrayal by a trusted minister, and his final battle against overwhelming odds. The film is notable for its action sequences and emotional depth. It was produced by Lena Chettiyar under Krishna Pictures. The music was composed by G. Ramanathan. The film runs for 161 minutes in black and white.

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Theatrical Release
2 September 1960
Director
T. R. Raghunath
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 41m
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Storyline

A Rajput king named Desingu refuses to pay taxes to the Mughal emperor. The emperor sends a massive army to crush him. Desingu must defend his kingdom with a small force. Betrayal from within makes his fight even harder. He faces an impossible choice: surrender or die for honor.

One king against an empire

Film Details

161Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date2 September 1960
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

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Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Raja Desingu

Cast reunions in this film: M. G. Ramachandran & K. A. Thangavelu (8 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & Padmini (7 films together), Padmini & K. A. Thangavelu (6 films together), S. S. Rajendran & Padmini (4 films together), S. S. Rajendran & M. N. Rajam (4 films together), and Padmini & M. N. Rajam (3 films together).

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