Dhundiraj Govind Phalke Photo

Dhundiraj Govind Phalke

Directing

0.3 Popularity Apr 30, 1870 (73 years old) Nashik, Maharashtra, India

Shri.Dhundiraj Govind Phalke popularlyknwon as Dadasaheb Phalke was born in Nashik,Maharashtra,india. and is revered as "the Father of Indian Cinema," The era of studios dawned in the early 20th century, after Dadasaheb Phalke made India's first film, Raja Harishchandra, under the banner "Phalke ...

Biography

Shri.Dhundiraj Govind Phalke popularlyknwon as Dadasaheb Phalke was born in Nashik,Maharashtra,india. and is revered as "the Father of Indian Cinema," The era of studios dawned in the early 20th century, after Dadasaheb Phalke made India's first film, Raja Harishchandra, under the banner "Phalke Films" In 1913. India's first full-length feature. Spanning a 19-year career, he directed 95 features and 27 shorts, including classics like Mohini Bhasmasur and Kaliya Mardan. Notably, he transitioned from photography to filmmaking, even incorporating magic tricks for visual effects. The prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award honors his immense contribution to Indian cinema.Film City is officially knwon as Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari and is an integrated film studio complex situated in Goregaon East, Mumbai in India.He hasmade outstanding contribution to Indian Cinema.

The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, instituted by the Government of India in 1969, is the highest official recognition for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema. It remains one of the most prestigious honors in the Indian film industry. The first recipient of this award was legendary actress Devika Rani, who was honored at the 17th National Film Awards. In recognition of Dadasaheb Phalke’s invaluable contribution to cinema, India Post issued a commemorative postage stamp featuring his portrait in 1971. Additionally, in 2001, the Dadasaheb Phalke Academy in Mumbai introduced a separate honorary award for lifetime achievement in Indian cinema.

TMDB mini biography by: Ashvin Borad

Filmography 39

1937
1937
1932
Setu Bandhan Movie

Writer

1932
Setu Bandhan Movie

Director

1932
Setu Bandhan Movie

Director of Photography

1932
Setu Bandhan Movie

Screenplay

1926
Bhakta Pralhad Movie

Director

1926
Bhakta Pralhad Movie

Screenplay

1925
Khod Modali Movie

Director

1922
Bricklaying Movie

Director

1919
1919
1919
Sinahsta Parvani Movie

Director

1918
1918
1917
1917
1917

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Dhundiraj Govind Phalke Photo

Personal Details

Known For Directing
Gender Male
Birthday April 30, 1870 (73 years old)
Died February 16, 1944
Place of Birth Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Also Known As Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, दादासाहब फालके, धुंडिराज गोविन्द फालके
Years Active 1912 - 1937
Popularity 0.3
Career Stats
39 Total Credits
1 Movie Roles
1 Photos