Shevagyachya Shenga Explained

Drumsticks
Director:Shantaram Athavale
Producer:Sadashiv J. Raokavi
Starring:Nanda
Music:Sudhir Phadke
Cinematography:Vasant Beltangdi, R. V. Durgaprasad
Editing:J. S. Diwadkar
Studio:Sadashiv Chitra
Country:India
Language:Marathi

Drumsticks (mr|Shevagyachya Shenga) is a 1955 Indian film directed by Shantaram Athavale.[1] It was entered into the 1956 Cannes Film Festival.[2] [3]

Plot

A heartwarming family story. Kaka Saheb, a widower, is preparing for his daughter's upcoming wedding. However, after the marriages of his three sons, disputes arise among them over the division of property. This leads to separation, yet their bond with their home and respect for their late mother remains strong. In the end, their sister, Taraka, invites them all for a meal, serving pithla made with drumstick pods from their own backyard tree—a favorite of everyone. Respecting her invitation, they come together, and through this simple meal, the family reconnects once again.

Cast

Awards

Notes and References

  1. Web site: शेवग्याच्या शेंगा . मराठी चित्रपट सूची . en-US.
  2. Web site: Festival de Cannes: Drumsticks . 6 February 2009. festival-cannes.com.
  3. Web site: Shevagyachya Shenga - Movie - Shantaram Athavale . www.shantaramathavale.com.
  4. Web site: 3rd National Film Awards. Directorate of Film Festivals. 1 September 2011.