Gul Gulshan Gulfaam
| Gul Gulshan Gulfaam | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ved Rahi |
| Starring | Parikshit Sahni, Radha Seth and N. K. Phull |
| Theme music composer | Krishan Langoo |
| Country of origin | India |
| No. of episodes | 45 |
| Production | |
| Producer(s) | Prem Krishen |
| Release | |
| Original network | Doordarshan |
Gul Gulshan Gulfaam was a 1991 Doordarshan television serial directed by Ved Rahi and produced by Prem Krishen (Cinevistaas). It was one of the first serials to be based in Kashmir and portray a Kashmiri family: It became an instant hit[1][2] and ran for 45 episodes.[3] It was re-telecast on Sahara TV in 2002.[4]
Storyline
Gul Gulshan Gulfaam portrayed a Kashmiri family making a living from their three houseboats: 'Gul' ('flower'), 'Gulshan' ('garden' or 'buckeye'), and 'Gulfam' ('gardener'). Their livelihood is threatened as running houseboats for tourists takes a hit due to terrorism. Outdoor scenes were mostly shot in Srinagar.[4] The series aired on DD National.
Cast
Parikshit Sahni, Radha Seth and N. K. Phull played the leads, along with Neena Gupta, Pankaj Berry, Kanwaljit Singh. A young Kunal Khemu, then living in Srinagar, was part of the show, making his debut as an actor.[5]
Music
The music was given by noted Kashmiri composer Krishan Langoo. The music received many awards including the Uptron award for best music for 1990-1991.
References
- ↑ THE LONG RUN: Chaya Unnikrishnan, Screen (magazine), 16 Oct 2009.
- ↑ Sssshhh... Dulhan Wahi Jo Piya Man Bhaye: Prem Kishan.. The Hindu, 16 Oct 2003.
- ↑ Cinevistaas Library of Programmes:Gul Gulshan Gulfaam Cinevistaas.
- 1 2 Gul Gulshan Gulfam returns Mid Day, 2002-3-20.
- ↑ Enter the hero from Kashmir Rediff.com, 5 December 2005