Pelli Kanuka movie poster

Pelli Kanuka

"Wedding Gift"

April 22, 1960 3h 5m

Originally released in 1960. Pelli Kanuka is a romance/drama film. directed by C. V. Sridhar. With a runtime of 3h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Krishna Kumari, and B. Saroja Devi

Synopsis

Bhaskar (Akkineni Nageswara Rao) and Vasanti (B. Saroja Devi) are college mates who clash when she complains to the college principal about a love letter he sent her. Later on realizing her mistake, Vasanti apologizes to him and the two fall in love. Vasanti's elder sister, Geeta (Krishna Kumari), supports the family by stitching clothes.Bhaskar rents the room upstairs in their house. He falls ill and in nursing him, Geeta falls in love with him. She confides her love to Vasanti, who decides to sacrifice her love for her the sake of her sister and convinces Bhaskar to marry Geeta. Bhaskar initially neglects Geeta. On finding out, Vasanti writes to him that their sacrifice, made for Geeta's happiness, would mean nothing unless he is a good husband to Geeta. Bhaskar relents and Geeta and he have a son. Vasanti joins them and Geeta suspects that there is something on between Bhaskar and Vasanti and makes Vasanti leave the house.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 22, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 3h 5m 185 minutes total
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Language TE Original language
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Country India Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
TE

Production Companies

  • Venus Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pelli Kanuka about?

Bhaskar (Akkineni Nageswara Rao) and Vasanti (B. Saroja Devi) are college mates who clash when she complains to the college principal about a love letter he sent her. Later on realizing her mistake...

Who directed Pelli Kanuka?

Pelli Kanuka was directed by C. V. Sridhar.

How long is Pelli Kanuka?

Pelli Kanuka has a runtime of 3 hours and 5 minutes (185 minutes total).

When was Pelli Kanuka released?

Pelli Kanuka was released on April 22, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pelli Kanuka?

The main cast of Pelli Kanuka includes Nageshwara Rao Akkineni, Krishna Kumari, B. Saroja Devi, Kongara Jaggayya, Gummadi.