Cinema and Drama

 

Image courtesy: Indian Express Archives	During the early days of cinema, movies were often released in serialized formats. Perils of the Jungle was one such production, with its first installment spanning 10 reels and the second covering 4 reels. Regal Cinema in Madras showcased this adventure-packed serial, capturing the audience’s fascination. Around the same era, Saraswati Bai (1892-1974), the first phenomenally talented female Harikatha artiste of South India, rose to prominence. Her extraordinary talent earned her the title of Lady Bhagavathar, cementing her legacy as a pioneer in the world of Harikatha.
Image courtesy: Indian Express Archives	Image courtesy: Indian Express Archives

Image courtesy: Indian Express Archives-1936	About K.B. Sundarambal Image courtesy: Indian Express Archives-1936