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6-A Akash Ganga(2023)

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Hindi120 mins

6-A Akash Ganga (2023) is a 120-minute Hindi film directed by Nirmal Chander. Starring Nityanand Haldipur and Nirmal Chander.

Director:Nirmal Chander
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
24 November 2023
Director
Nirmal Chander
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h

Storyline

This documentary explores the life of a famous but very private musician, Annapurna Devi. It asks whether an artist needs an audience to be valid. Her student shares a personal look at her unique philosophy and reclusive world.

A reclusive genius. A life of music, mystery, and meaning.

Film Details

Rating
120Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date24 November 2023

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
identityfamilycorruptionsurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

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Nityanand HaldipurActor
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Nirmal ChanderDirector

Trivia

  • The film's title refers to the actual address of Annapurna Devi's Mumbai home, where she lived in seclusion.
  • Director Nirmal Chander is also a disciple of Annapurna Devi, giving him personal insight into the subject.
  • Much of the film uses archival audio of Annapurna Devi's music, as she rarely allowed herself to be filmed.
  • The documentary was shot over several years to respect the reclusive nature of its main subject.
  • It explores the idea of 'riyaaz' (practice) not just as musical training but as a spiritual discipline.
  • The film had a very limited theatrical release, focusing mainly on festival circuits and private screenings.
  • Annapurna Devi, a legendary surbahar player, was the daughter of the famous musician Allauddin Khan.

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