Harishchandrachi Factory (2009): Cast & Plot
Harishchandrachi Factory is a 2009 historical drama directed by Paresh Mokashi, starring Nandu Madhav as Dadasaheb Phalke, Vibhavari Deshpande and Atharva Karve. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Paresh Mokashi
- Original language
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Marathi - Studio
- Mayasabha Karmanuk Mandali
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Harishchandrachi Factory About?
The premise of Harishchandrachi Factory without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 1913 India’s cinema industry is born from Dadasaheb Phalke’s efforts to make Raja Harishchandra (1913), India’s first feature-length B&W silent film.
Harishchandrachi Factory Themes & Keywords
· 40 tags- year 1913
- dadasaheb phalke character
- passion
- bombay
- film history
- indian filmmaking
- indian history
- newspaper advertisement
- mute
- theatrical troupe
- train
- film camera
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- man dresses as a woman
- woman played by man
- prostitute
- london england
- ship
- loss of eyesight
- husband wife relationship
- optimist
- against the odds
- ambitious man
- optimism
- friendship
- film shoot
- fast motion scene
- freeze frame
- vegetarian
- 1910s
- cult film
- still photography
- photography
- movie projectionist
- movie projector
- filmmaking
- actor playing female role
- visionary
- film within a film
- film about artist
- directorial debut
Harishchandrachi Factory Cast & Characters
Nandu Madhav leads the cast as Dadasaheb Phalke, with Vibhavari Deshpande as Saraswati Phalke and Atharva Karve as Mahadev Phalke. Directed by Paresh Mokashi; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Paresh Mokashi
- Nandu Madhav as Dadasaheb Phalke
- Vibhavari Deshpande as Saraswati Phalke
- Atharva Karve as Mahadev Phalke
- Mohit Gokhale as Bhalachandra Phalke
Also Starring in Harishchandrachi Factory
· 7 more- Hrishikesh Joshi Pahila Bandhu
- Sandeep Mehta Parikh
- Ketan Karande Deshmukh
- Shrirang Godbole Pahila Sanatani
- Uday Lagoo Dusara Bandhu
- Dharmakirti Sumant Dusara Sanatani
- Lee Macsween British Inspector
More from Paresh Mokashi
More films directed by Paresh Mokashi: Mukkam Post Bombilwaadi, Vaalvi, Chi Va Chi Sau Ka and Elizabeth Ekadashi.
Harishchandrachi Factory Plot Summary
What happens in Harishchandrachi Factory from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The narrative begins in 1911, introducing Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, who is more widely known as Dadasaheb Phalke. At this time, he is working as both a printer and photographer in Bombay, living with his devoted wife, Saraswati Bai, and their children. Phalke’s journey hits a snag when disagreements with his business partners lead him to leave the printing industry behind.
Full summary
The whole story of Harishchandrachi Factory, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Harishchandrachi Factory?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Harishchandrachi Factory Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Harishchandra's Factory” and “哈里什昌德拉工厂”.
- Also known as
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- Harishchandra's Factory
- 哈里什昌德拉工厂
- Cennet Sineması Hindistan
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Harishchandrachi Factory FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Harishchandrachi Factory, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Harishchandrachi Factory?
Harishchandrachi Factory runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Harishchandrachi Factory released?
Harishchandrachi Factory was released on January 15, 2009.
Who directed Harishchandrachi Factory?
Harishchandrachi Factory was directed by Paresh Mokashi.
More films by Paresh Mokashi Who is in the cast of Harishchandrachi Factory?
Harishchandrachi Factory stars Nandu Madhav as Dadasaheb Phalke, Vibhavari Deshpande as Saraswati Phalke and Atharva Karve as Mahadev Phalke, among 11 credited actors.
Does Harishchandrachi Factory have a post-credit scene?
No. Harishchandrachi Factory has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Harishchandrachi Factory in?
The original language of Harishchandrachi Factory is Marathi.
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