Bala
""THE GREATEST BHARATNATYAM DANCER EVER" - SATYAJIT RAY"
Originally released in 1976. Bala is a documentary film. directed by Satyajit Ray. At just 31 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Balasaraswati, Venkataraman Raghavan, and Uday Shankar
Synopsis
A documentary about the aging prima ballerina Balasaraswati (popularly known as "Bala"), the most famous exponent of the Bharatanatyam dance.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1976
50 years ago
Runtime
0h 31m
31 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
BN
Original language
Country
India
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- BN
Production Companies
- National Centre for Performing Arts
- Government of Tamil Nadu
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bala about?
A documentary about the aging prima ballerina Balasaraswati (popularly known as "Bala"), the most famous exponent of the Bharatanatyam dance.
Who directed Bala?
Bala was directed by Satyajit Ray.
How long is Bala?
Bala has a runtime of 0 hours and 31 minutes (31 minutes total).
When was Bala released?
Bala was released on January 1, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bala?
The main cast of Bala includes Balasaraswati, Venkataraman Raghavan, Uday Shankar, V. K. Narayana Menon.