Naache Mayuri(1986)
Naache Mayuri is a 1986 Hindi biographical dance film directed by T. Rama Rao. It stars Sudha Chandran as herself, alongside Shekhar Suman and Sumeet. The film is a remake of the Telugu film Mayuri (1984). It tells the true story of a Bharatanatyam dancer who loses her leg in a bus accident and learns to dance again with a prosthetic limb. The film focuses on her physical rehabilitation, emotional struggle, and triumphant return to the stage. It is notable for featuring the real-life subject in the lead role, lending authenticity to the narrative. The film received positive reviews for its inspirational content and Sudha Chandran's performance. It was released on December 5, 1986.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1986
- Director
- T. Rama Rao
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 22m 0
Storyline
Mayuri is a talented Bharatanatyam dancer. A bus accident forces doctors to amputate her leg. She falls into depression but finds hope again. She decides to learn to walk and dance using a prosthetic leg. The film follows her painful journey back to the stage.
“Dance against all odds.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Naache Mayuri
Cast reunions in this film: Aruna Irani & T. Rama Rao (3 films together), and Shekhar Suman & Aruna Irani (2 films together).