Baiju Bawra

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  • 1952
  • 2 hr 41 min
  • 7.4  (419)

Baiju Bawra is a classic Hindi film that was released in 1952. The film revolves around the life of Baiju, a young man who has a love for music and wants to become a famous musician. Baiju's father, a court musician, is humiliated and thrown out of the court by the new emperor, Raja Vikram. The family is forced to leave and Baiju's mother dies leaving him alone in the world.

Baiju vows to take revenge on Raja Vikram and win back his father's pride. In this pursuit, he meets Gauri, a beautiful dancer who becomes his love interest. However, Baiju's obsession with music becomes a hurdle in his love life as he becomes so engrossed in music that he forgets about Gauri.

Baiju's desire to defeat Raja Vikram takes him to the court of Tansen, the most eminent musician of the era. Tansen agrees to teach music to Baiju, and the two make a pact that Baiju will defeat Raja Vikram in a music competition. The competition is organized by Tansen himself, and Baiju tries to channel all his emotions into his music to defeat Raja Vikram.

The movie boasts of several hit songs like 'Man tarpat hari darshan ko aaj,' 'Mohe bhool gaye sanwariya,' and 'O duniya ke rakhwale.' Meena Kumari played the role of Gauri with grace, and Bharat Bhushan portrayed Baiju's character with finesse. The film also had a supporting cast with established actors like Kuldip Kaur, Bipin Gupta, and Mishra.

The film had a strong storyline, and the direction by Vijay Bhatt shone through. The drama was perfectly balanced with music, making it the perfect combination for a movie of its kind. The movie is still remembered for its musical score, epic storyline, and strong performances by its lead actors.

Baiju Bawra was one of the most successful films of the time, and it won several awards, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi, the Filmfare Award for Best Film, and several other awards. The film was also nominated for the Grand Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.

The movie has stood the test of time and is still popular among music lovers and movie enthusiasts. The movie's theme, of music and revenge, has been the inspiration for several other Bollywood movies that followed. The songs from Baiju Bawra, like 'Man tarpat hari darshan ko aaj' and 'Mohe bhool gaye sanwariya,' continue to be popular and have been remade by several other artists and re-used in other movies, making their mark on Indian cinema.

In conclusion, Baiju Bawra is a classic Bollywood film that is beloved by generations of cinema-goers in India. It has a strong storyline, excellent direction, and performances by its lead actors that have made it a piece of filmmaking history. The movie combines drama, music, and a touch of romance that has made it one of the most enduring films of its time. The film is a testament to the fact that even after all these years, it remains one of the best musical dramas ever made in Indian cinema.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1952
  • Runtime
    2 hr 41 min
  • Language
    Hindi
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (419)
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