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	}}'''Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)''' is a 2026 [[Indian]] devotional drama film directed by Hardik Gajjar. The film features Siddharth Gupta in the role of Lord Krishna while Sanskruti Jayana Sushmitha Bhat and Nivaashiyni Krishnan play important characters.Through its epic depiction of Lord Krishna's journey from Dwarka to Kurukshetra the story reveals his emotional depth and his divine responsibilities and his links to Radha and Rukmini and Satyabhama.		}}'''Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)''' is a 2026 [[Indian]] devotional drama film directed by Hardik Gajjar. The film features Siddharth Gupta in the role of Lord Krishna while Sanskruti Jayana Sushmitha Bhat and Nivaashiyni Krishnan play important characters<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram - Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)
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			.Through its epic depiction of Lord Krishna's journey from Dwarka to Kurukshetra the story reveals his emotional depth and his divine responsibilities and his links to Radha and Rukmini and Satyabhama<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1 Review: Siddharth Gupta Brings Lord Krishna Off-Screen And Into Dwarka
			Recipe\|url=https://news.abplive.com/movie-review/entertainment/movie-review-krishnavataram-part-1-review-siddharth-gupta-brings-krishna-off-screen-and-into-dwarka-1842103\|\|website =ABP Live\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	The film creates a distinctive narrative structure through Satyabhama's viewpoint which provides a personal interpretation of Krishna's divine existence based on Raam Mori's literary work ''Satyabhama''. The film investigates love and devotion and sacrifice and duty and the internal battles that arise from divinity and human bonds.		The film creates a distinctive narrative structure through Satyabhama's viewpoint which provides a personal interpretation of Krishna's divine existence based on Raam Mori's literary work ''Satyabhama''. The film investigates love and devotion and sacrifice and duty and the internal battles that arise from divinity and human bonds<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1 Review: Siddharth Gupta Brings Lord Krishna Off-Screen And Into Dwarka
			Recipe\|url=https://lehren.com/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart-hridayam-movie-review-krishna-consciousness-awakened/ \|\|website =Lehren\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	The film which opened in theaters on 7 May 2026 presented itself as a visually impressive mythological epic through its extensive production design and sacred atmosphere and its powerful emotional narrative and its musical elements.		The film which opened in theaters on 7 May 2026 presented itself as a visually impressive mythological epic through its extensive production design and sacred atmosphere and its powerful emotional narrative and its musical elements<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1: Hridayam Review - Siddharth Gupta, Sanskruti Jayana's Film Has Heart and Spectacle
			Recipe\|url=https://in.mashable.com/entertainment/109399/krishnavataram-part-1-hridayam-review-siddharth-gupta-sanskruti-jayanas-film-has-heart-and-spectacle\|\|website =Mashable India\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	== Plot ==		== Plot ==
	The movie depicts Lord Krishna who dies after an arrow struck him. Krishna exists in a state between two realms because he needs to end his earthly existence before he progresses to his next phase of life. The emotional atmosphere shows their eternal bond because Radha his divine love exists as a permanent memory.		The movie depicts Lord Krishna who dies after an arrow struck him. Krishna exists in a state between two realms because he needs to end his earthly existence before he progresses to his next phase of life. The emotional atmosphere shows their eternal bond because Radha his divine love exists as a permanent memory<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart Movie\|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart/\|\|website =Bollywood Hungama\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	The story shows a young modern man who questions God's existence through his logical and scientific and rational thoughts in the Jagannath Temple at Puri. The priest answers the request by telling Krishna's life story which serves as the central plot of the movie.		The story shows a young modern man who questions God's existence through his logical and scientific and rational thoughts in the Jagannath Temple at Puri. The priest answers the request by telling Krishna's life story which serves as the central plot of the movie.

	The main storyline takes place in Dwarka where Krishna rules as Dwarkadish while he manages his divine duties and his human relationships. The narrative shows Satyabhama's emotional perspective because she experiences love while she feels insecure and devoted to someone until she reaches her realization.		The main storyline takes place in Dwarka where Krishna rules as Dwarkadish while he manages his divine duties and his human relationships. The narrative shows Satyabhama's emotional perspective because she experiences love while she feels insecure and devoted to someone until she reaches her realization<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart
			\|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart/movie-review/130889178.cms\|\|website =Times Entertainment\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	The film shows Satyabhama's relationship with Krishna while showing Krishna's relationships with Rukmini and Radha, which demonstrate three types of love: spiritual, emotional, and eternal love. Radha represents divine love that exists outside of time while Satyabhama portrays human relationship conflicts and emotional attachment.		The film shows Satyabhama's relationship with Krishna while showing Krishna's relationships with Rukmini and Radha, which demonstrate three types of love: spiritual, emotional, and eternal love. Radha represents divine love that exists outside of time while Satyabhama portrays human relationship conflicts and emotional attachment<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1 review: Where mythology meets Pinterest aesthetics\|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/krishnavataram-review-bhama-story-visual-spectacle-stronger-second-half-2907890-2026-05-07\|\|website =India Today\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	Krishna's wisdom and dharma guide humanity through this story section which serves as the emotional center of the complete epic because it leads to the Mahabharata battle.		Krishna's wisdom and dharma guide humanity through this story section which serves as the emotional center of the complete epic because it leads to the Mahabharata battle.
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	* '''Prakash Belawadi''' as '''Dwaraka Minister'''		* '''Prakash Belawadi''' as '''Dwaraka Minister'''
	* '''Deepak Dobriyal''' as '''Sudama'''		* '''Deepak Dobriyal''' as '''Sudama'''
	* '''Anup Soni''' as '''Dhritarashtra'''		* '''Anup Soni''' as '''Dhritarashtra'''<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam) (2026) - Cast
			\|url=https://www.district.in/movies/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart-hridayam-movie-tickets-MV219513\|\|website =District by Zomato\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>

	== Production ==		== Production ==
	The film production began with Hardik Gajjar as director and Prakash Kapadia and Raam Mori as screenplay writers. The film presents Krishna's life through a feminine emotional viewpoint which comes from the story "Satyabhama."		The film production began with Hardik Gajjar as director and Prakash Kapadia and Raam Mori as screenplay writers. The film presents Krishna's life through a feminine emotional viewpoint which comes from the story "Satyabhama."

	Ayananka Bose's cinematography establishes the film's visual style through its extensive sets which recreate Dwarka and temple spaces and mythical territories. Prasad Sashte composed the music which combines devotional tunes with orchestral music to create emotional and spiritual effects throughout the story.		Ayananka Bose's cinematography establishes the film's visual style through its extensive sets which recreate Dwarka and temple spaces and mythical territories. Prasad Sashte composed the music which combines devotional tunes with orchestral music to create emotional and spiritual effects throughout the story<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram - Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)
			aesthetics\|url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart-hridayam/BR11l8Fum,Y_\|\|website =Jio Saavn\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	The production team wanted to create a film experience which combined mythological storytelling elements with modern filmmaking techniques while they focused on creating emotionally powerful visual effects and character-driven narrative elements.		The production team wanted to create a film experience which combined mythological storytelling elements with modern filmmaking techniques while they focused on creating emotionally powerful visual effects and character-driven narrative elements<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram - Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)
			aesthetics\|url=https://ticketnew.com/movies/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart-hridayam-movie-detail-219513\|\|website =Tic New\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	== Soundtrack ==		== Soundtrack ==
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	The film attracted viewers through its visual storytelling which depicted devotional themes and produced emotional experiences. Critics acknowledged the film's success in showing Krishna's final moments through Radha's symbolic role and its use of modern-day faith challenges to create narrative structure.		The film attracted viewers through its visual storytelling which depicted devotional themes and produced emotional experiences. Critics acknowledged the film's success in showing Krishna's final moments through Radha's symbolic role and its use of modern-day faith challenges to create narrative structure.

	The film received recognition because it attempted to link ancient myths with contemporary viewpoints which enabled current audiences to grasp sacred texts while keeping their religious significance intact.		The film received recognition because it attempted to link ancient myths with contemporary viewpoints which enabled current audiences to grasp sacred texts while keeping their religious significance intact<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram Part 1 movie review: You don't need 4000 crore, Siddharth Gupta, Sanskruti Jayana's visually rich Lord Krishna saga proves it with genuine intent, novel storytelling
			\|url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-krishnavataram-part-1-movie-review-you-don-t-need-4000-crore-siddharth-gupta-s-visually-rich-lord-krishna-saga-proves-it-with-genuine-intent-novel-storytelling-3209374\|\|website =DNA India\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	=== Critical response ===		=== Critical response ===
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	The critics awarded praise to the film's cinematography and production design and musical score. The emotional performances of Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana received recognition for their ability to show strong feelings and deep emotional states.		The critics awarded praise to the film's cinematography and production design and musical score. The emotional performances of Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana received recognition for their ability to show strong feelings and deep emotional states.

	Some reviewers mentioned that modern cinema requires different methods to use mythological material because audience expectations have been formed through established cultural traditions.		Some reviewers mentioned that modern cinema requires different methods to use mythological material because audience expectations have been formed through established cultural traditions<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam) Review: Soulful Saga
			\|url=https://www.filmfare.com/reviews/bollywood-movies/krishnavataram-part-1-the-heart-hridayam-review-soulful-saga-83742.amp\|\|website =Filmfare\|access-date=7 May 2026}}</ref>.

	== External links ==		== External links ==

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	== Plot ==		== Plot ==
			The movie depicts Lord Krishna who dies after an arrow struck him. Krishna exists in a state between two realms because he needs to end his earthly existence before he progresses to his next phase of life. The emotional atmosphere shows their eternal bond because Radha his divine love exists as a permanent memory.

	The ~~film~~ shows ~~Lord Krishna~~ at ~~his last moments after an arrow hit him~~. Krishna ~~lies between two worlds because he must leave his earthly~~ life ~~to reach his upcoming departure. The memories~~ of ~~Radha his divine love create an emotional atmosphere that shows their eternal bond which exists beyond their physical existence~~.		The story shows a young modern man who questions God's existence through his logical and scientific and rational thoughts in the Jagannath Temple at Puri. The priest answers the request by telling Krishna's life story which serves as the central plot of the movie.

	The ~~story~~ shows ~~a young modern man who questions God~~'s ~~existence through his logical~~ and ~~scientific and rational thoughts in the Jagannath Temple at Puri. A priest responds by narrating Krishna’s life story, which forms the backbone of the film’s narrative journey~~.		The main storyline takes place in Dwarka where Krishna rules as Dwarkadish while he manages his divine duties and his human relationships. The narrative shows Satyabhama's emotional perspective because she experiences love while she feels insecure and devoted to someone until she reaches her realization.

	The ~~main storyline unfolds in Dwarka, where Krishna, as the ruler (Dwarkadish), balances his divine responsibilities with his earthly relationships. The narrative~~ shows Satyabhama's emotional ~~perspective as she experiences~~ love while ~~feeling insecure~~ and ~~devoted to someone until she reaches her realization~~.		The film shows Satyabhama's relationship with Krishna while showing Krishna's relationships with Rukmini and Radha, which demonstrate three types of love: spiritual, emotional, and eternal love. Radha represents divine love that exists outside of time while Satyabhama portrays human relationship conflicts and emotional attachment.

	~~The film shows Satyabhama's relationship with Krishna while showing~~ Krishna's ~~relationships with Rukmini~~ and ~~Radha,~~ which ~~demonstrate three types of love: spiritual,~~ emotional~~, and eternal love. While Radha represents divine love beyond time, Satyabhama represents human emotions~~ of ~~attachment and conflict~~.		Krishna's wisdom and dharma guide humanity through this story section which serves as the emotional center of the complete epic because it leads to the Mahabharata battle.

	The story develops toward the Mahabharata war because Krishna continues to lead humanity through his wisdom and dharma, which makes this part of the story function as the emotional core for the entire epic.
	== Cast ==		== Cast ==

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	== Production ==		== Production ==
			The film production began with Hardik Gajjar as director and Prakash Kapadia and Raam Mori as screenplay writers. The film presents Krishna's life through a feminine emotional viewpoint which comes from the story "Satyabhama."
	Hardik Gajjar ~~directed the film while he worked with~~ Prakash Kapadia and Raam Mori ~~to write the~~ screenplay. The film presents Krishna's life through a feminine emotional viewpoint which comes from the story "Satyabhama."

	Ayananka Bose's cinematography establishes the film's visual style through its extensive sets which recreate Dwarka and temple spaces and mythical territories. Prasad Sashte composed the music which combines devotional tunes with orchestral music to create emotional and spiritual effects throughout the story.		Ayananka Bose's cinematography establishes the film's visual style through its extensive sets which recreate Dwarka and temple spaces and mythical territories. Prasad Sashte composed the music which combines devotional tunes with orchestral music to create emotional and spiritual effects throughout the story.

	The production team wanted to ~~develop~~ a film experience which ~~combines~~ mythological elements with ~~contemporary storytelling methods~~ while they ~~emphasized emotional intensity and~~ visual ~~spectacle~~ and character-~~based storytelling~~.		The production team wanted to create a film experience which combined mythological storytelling elements with modern filmmaking techniques while they focused on creating emotionally powerful visual effects and character-driven narrative elements.

	== Soundtrack ==		== Soundtrack ==

	Prasad Sashte composed the film music which Irshad Kamil wrote the lyrics for. The soundtrack contains devotional songs and passionate musical themes and orchestral instrumental tracks which enhance the film's mythological and romantic elements.		Prasad Sashte composed the film music which Irshad Kamil wrote the lyrics for. The soundtrack contains devotional songs and passionate musical themes and orchestral instrumental tracks which enhance the film's mythological and romantic elements.

	== Release ==		== Release ==
			The theatrical release of ''Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart'' took place on 7 May 2026 in India. The film was released in Hindi and Tamil languages and presented in 2D format. The film was promoted as a large-scale devotional epic designed for theatrical experience.
	''Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart'' ~~was released theatrically~~ on 7 May 2026 in India. The film was released in Hindi and Tamil languages and presented in 2D format. It was promoted as a large-scale devotional epic designed for theatrical experience.

	== Marketing ==		== Marketing ==
			The film presented itself as an epic mythological retelling which portrayed Lord Krishna's life story through its emotional narrative and sacred romance and philosophical storytelling. The promotional efforts showcased Satyabhama's special viewpoint together with the primary emotional elements that define Krishna's life story.
	The film ~~was marketed~~ as ~~a grand~~ mythological retelling of Lord ~~Krishna’s~~ life~~, emphasizing~~ emotional ~~storytelling, divine~~ romance, and philosophical ~~depth~~. ~~Promotional campaigns highlighted the unique perspective of~~ Satyabhama ~~and~~ the emotional ~~core of Krishna’s journey~~.

	The official tagline of the film was:		The official tagline of the film was:
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	== Reception ==		== Reception ==
			The film attracted viewers through its visual storytelling which depicted devotional themes and produced emotional experiences. Critics acknowledged the film's success in showing Krishna's final moments through Radha's symbolic role and its use of modern-day faith challenges to create narrative structure.

	The film received attention for its visual storytelling, devotional themes, and emotional depth. Critics appreciated the portrayal of Krishna’s final moments, Radha’s symbolic presence, and the narrative framing through modern-day questioning of faith.		The film received recognition because it attempted to link ancient myths with contemporary viewpoints which enabled current audiences to grasp sacred texts while keeping their religious significance intact.

	~~The film was also noted for attempting~~ to ~~bridge mythology~~ with contemporary ~~perspectives, making it accessible~~ to ~~modern audiences~~ while ~~retaining its spiritual essence~~.

	=== Critical response ===		=== Critical response ===

	~~Critics praised~~ the cinematography, production design, and musical score. ~~Performances by~~ Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana ~~were highlighted~~ for their emotional ~~intensity and expressive depth~~.		The critics awarded praise to the film's cinematography and production design and musical score. The emotional performances of Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana received recognition for their ability to show strong feelings and deep emotional states.

	~~However, some~~ reviewers ~~noted the challenges of adapting mythological content for~~ modern cinema~~, where~~ audience expectations ~~are shaped by long-standing~~ cultural ~~interpretations~~.		Some reviewers mentioned that modern cinema requires different methods to use mythological material because audience expectations have been formed through established cultural traditions.

	== External links ==		== External links ==

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| writer = Hardik Gajjar Prakash Kapadia Raam Mori
| screenplay = Hardik Gajjar Prakash Kapadia Raam Mori
| story = Based on ''Satyabhama'' by Raam Mori
| starring = Siddharth Gupta Sanskruti Jayana Sushmitha Bhat Nivaashiyni Krishnan J. Karthik
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}}'''Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart (Hridayam)''' is a 2026 [[Indian]] devotional drama film directed by Hardik Gajjar. The film features Siddharth Gupta in the role of Lord Krishna while Sanskruti Jayana Sushmitha Bhat and Nivaashiyni Krishnan play important characters.Through its epic depiction of Lord Krishna's journey from Dwarka to Kurukshetra the story reveals his emotional depth and his divine responsibilities and his links to Radha and Rukmini and Satyabhama.

The film creates a distinctive narrative structure through Satyabhama's viewpoint which provides a personal interpretation of Krishna's divine existence based on Raam Mori's literary work ''Satyabhama''. The film investigates love and devotion and sacrifice and duty and the internal battles that arise from divinity and human bonds.

The film which opened in theaters on 7 May 2026 presented itself as a visually impressive mythological epic through its extensive production design and sacred atmosphere and its powerful emotional narrative and its musical elements.

== Plot ==

The film shows Lord Krishna at his last moments after an arrow hit him. Krishna lies between two worlds because he must leave his earthly life to reach his upcoming departure. The memories of Radha his divine love create an emotional atmosphere that shows their eternal bond which exists beyond their physical existence.

The story shows a young modern man who questions God's existence through his logical and scientific and rational thoughts in the Jagannath Temple at Puri. A priest responds by narrating Krishna’s life story, which forms the backbone of the film’s narrative journey.

The main storyline unfolds in Dwarka, where Krishna, as the ruler (Dwarkadish), balances his divine responsibilities with his earthly relationships. The narrative shows Satyabhama's emotional perspective as she experiences love while feeling insecure and devoted to someone until she reaches her realization.

The film shows Satyabhama's relationship with Krishna while showing Krishna's relationships with Rukmini and Radha, which demonstrate three types of love: spiritual, emotional, and eternal love. While Radha represents divine love beyond time, Satyabhama represents human emotions of attachment and conflict.

The story develops toward the Mahabharata war because Krishna continues to lead humanity through his wisdom and dharma, which makes this part of the story function as the emotional core for the entire epic.
== Cast ==

* '''Siddharth Gupta''' as '''Krishna'''
* '''Sanskruti Jayana''' as '''Satyabhama'''
* '''Sushmitha Bhat''' as '''Radha'''
* '''Nivaashiyni Krishnan''' as '''Rukmini'''
* '''J. Karthik''' as '''Satrajit'''
* '''Jackie Shroff''' as '''Priest'''
* '''Govind Namdev''' as '''Vasudeva'''
* '''Zarina Wahab''' as '''Devaki'''
* '''Ashutosh Rana''' as '''Narada'''
* '''Pankaj Tripathi''' as '''Sage Vyasa'''
* '''Kumud Mishra''' as '''Kans'''
* '''Rajesh Sharma''' as '''Akrura'''
* '''Manoj Joshi''' as '''Ugrasena'''
* '''Tota Roy Chowdhury''' as '''Arjuna (cameo)'''
* '''Prakash Belawadi''' as '''Dwaraka Minister'''
* '''Deepak Dobriyal''' as '''Sudama'''
* '''Anup Soni''' as '''Dhritarashtra'''

== Production ==

Hardik Gajjar directed the film while he worked with Prakash Kapadia and Raam Mori to write the screenplay. The film presents Krishna's life through a feminine emotional viewpoint which comes from the story "Satyabhama."

Ayananka Bose's cinematography establishes the film's visual style through its extensive sets which recreate Dwarka and temple spaces and mythical territories. Prasad Sashte composed the music which combines devotional tunes with orchestral music to create emotional and spiritual effects throughout the story.

The production team wanted to develop a film experience which combines mythological elements with contemporary storytelling methods while they emphasized emotional intensity and visual spectacle and character-based storytelling.

== Soundtrack ==

Prasad Sashte composed the film music which Irshad Kamil wrote the lyrics for. The soundtrack contains devotional songs and passionate musical themes and orchestral instrumental tracks which enhance the film's mythological and romantic elements.

== Release ==

''Krishnavataram – Part 1: The Heart'' was released theatrically on 7 May 2026 in India. The film was released in Hindi and Tamil languages and presented in 2D format. It was promoted as a large-scale devotional epic designed for theatrical experience.

== Marketing ==

The film was marketed as a grand mythological retelling of Lord Krishna’s life, emphasizing emotional storytelling, divine romance, and philosophical depth. Promotional campaigns highlighted the unique perspective of Satyabhama and the emotional core of Krishna’s journey.

The official tagline of the film was:
*"A grand retelling of Krishna's journey, told on a breathtaking scale."*

== Reception ==

The film received attention for its visual storytelling, devotional themes, and emotional depth. Critics appreciated the portrayal of Krishna’s final moments, Radha’s symbolic presence, and the narrative framing through modern-day questioning of faith.

The film was also noted for attempting to bridge mythology with contemporary perspectives, making it accessible to modern audiences while retaining its spiritual essence.

=== Critical response ===

Critics praised the cinematography, production design, and musical score. Performances by Siddharth Gupta and Sanskruti Jayana were highlighted for their emotional intensity and expressive depth.

However, some reviewers noted the challenges of adapting mythological content for modern cinema, where audience expectations are shaped by long-standing cultural interpretations.

== External links ==

*[[https://www.imdb.com/title/tt41804839/ IMDB]]

== References ==
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[[Category:Indian films]]
[[Category:2026 films]]
[[Category:Hindi-language films]]
[[Category:Tamil-language films]]
[[Category:Indian devotional films]]
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[[Category:Films directed by Hardik Gajjar]]
[[Category:Indian mythology films]]
[[Category:Indian cinema]]