Shyamchi Aai (film)
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| Shyamchi Aai | |
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| Directed by | P.K.Atre |
| Produced by | P.K.Atre |
| Written by | P.K.Atre Sane Guruji (story) |
| Starring | Damuanna Joshi Vanamala Madhav Vaze |
| Release date(s) | 1953 |
| Running time | 152 min. |
| Language | Marathi |
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Shyamchi Aai (1953) is a Marathi film, directed by P.K.Atre. The film is based on the book Shyamchi Aai written by Sane Guruji in the Marathi language, the film was acclaimed upon release. It stars Damuanna Joshi, Vanamala and Madhav Vaze. The film won the Golden Lotus Award for Best Film at the National Film Awards in 1954.
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[edit] Plot
The plot revolves around a boy called Shyam and his relationship with his mother. It shares the affect Shyam's mother has had on Shyam's life and upbringing, and how he is taught to stick to his ideals and principles, even in the face of poverty. The relationships of all the individuals within Shyam's family are explored. The novel of the same name Shyamchi Aai was acclaimed upon release, and is autobiographical. The author of the novel is Sane Guruji. Shyam is said to be the author in the book. The film ends with the illness and tragic death of Shyam's mother.
[edit] Cast
- Damuanna Joshi
- Vanamala
- Madhav Vaze
[edit] Awards
The film has won the following awards since its release:
1954 National Film Awards (India)
- Won - Golden Lotus Award - Best Film - Shyamchi Aai - P.K.Atre
[edit] Trivia
- Became the first film to win the Golden Lotus Award for Best Film at the National Film Awards in 1954
