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Mahi Munda

  • 1956
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Musarrat Nazir in Mahi Munda (1956)

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  • Director
    • M.J. Rana
  • Stars
    • Ajmal
    • Ilyas Kashmiri
    • Nazar
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    • Director
      • M.J. Rana
    • Stars
      • Ajmal
      • Ilyas Kashmiri
      • Nazar
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    Ajmal
    Ilyas Kashmiri
    Nazar
    Musarrat Nazir
    Musarrat Nazir
    Sudhir
    Zarif
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    6nethupuleems

    A familiar tale elevated by Musarrat Nazir.

    "Mahi Munda" presents a general story with the stunning Musarrat Nazir. A toddler girl, Shaddo, gets separated from her mother after her father is killed by goons, but a kind, single man adopts her. As she grows up, she falls in love with her childhood friend, Laal. However, the village headman's son also desires Shaddo, who completely dislikes him. Conflicts arise when the headman's son tries to sabotage the bond between Shaddo and Laal.

    The captivating screen presence of Musarrat Nazir, the unique cinematography, impressive choreography, and engaging fight sequences are the most noteworthy aspects of this film.

    Acting-wise, the performances are generally adequate across the board. While Musarrat Nazir doesn't deliver a performance as memorable as in some of her other films, her screen appearance and the authentic Punjabi girl vibes are the primary elements that keep the audience connected to this otherwise dull storyline. The chemistry between Musarrat and Sudhir remains a highlight. Sudhir gives a standard performance but is somewhat overshadowed by Musarrat's presence. Ilyas Kashmir delivers a commendable performance in his negative role. Nazar's attempts at comedy fall flat and fail to impress. Only Zarif's comedic timing provides some genuine entertainment.

    The film follows a common storyline prevalent in 1950s cinema: childhood love and a love triangle. The screenplay is lackluster, lacking memorable sequences. Even the comedy scenes are largely unengaging. However, Musarrat Nazir's frequent appearances make the film somewhat tolerable.

    The cinematography stands out as unique and different from many other films of that era. There's a noticeable experimentation with various shots, moving beyond the standard shots typically seen. Additionally, some sequences are filmed outdoors, a relatively novel approach for the time. The choreography is also impressive, infused with a typical Punjabi flair. The action sequences are particularly noteworthy, especially Musarrat's fight scenes with the village headman's son. Breaking the common trope of helpless heroines in Asian cinema, Musarrat's character actively defends herself and fights back against the villain, which is a refreshing and positive element.

    The music by G. A. Chishti is decent but not particularly memorable. Soothing Punjabi tracks appear roughly every fifteen minutes, which helps to alleviate boredom for the audience. However, none of the songs possess a truly captivating essence.

    In conclusion, "Mahi Munda" is an average social film based on a familiar topic but remains enjoyable primarily due to the captivating screen presence of Musarrat Nazir.

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    • Release date
      • March 16, 1956 (Pakistan)
    • Country of origin
      • Pakistan
    • Language
      • Punjabi
    • Production company
      • Malik Talkies
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