Pathala Bhairavi Restored: Telugu Classic Set For A Grand Comeback

Pathala Bhairavi (1951), starring the late Sr. NTR and directed by the iconic KV Reddy, is once again in the limelight.

This cinematic gem, which also features the legendary SV Ranga Rao, has been digitally restored by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the National Film Archive of India (NFAI) Pune, under the National Film Heritage Mission.

Fans of Telugu cinema are thrilled with this restoration calling it a wonderful step in preserving the rich history of Indian cinema.

The film produced by Vijaya Productions was penned by the brilliant Pingali Nagendra Rao and featured unforgettable music by Ghantasala.

With next year marking the film’s 75th anniversary there’s hope that audiences might get to enjoy the restored version in theatres. While nothing is confirmed yet fans are eagerly waiting for an official announcement to relive this timeless classic on the big screen.

Good News: NTR’s timeless classic #PathalaBhairavi restored digitally-

The good news is that the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the National Film Archive of India (NFAI), Pune, have digitally restored Pathala Bhairavi under the National Film Heritage Mission. pic.twitter.com/DA0jLGlc33

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