The name Damul is undoubtedly a topic of great relevance today. Throughout history, Damul has been the subject of study, debate and controversy in various fields and disciplines. From science to literature, through politics and popular culture, Damul has left an indelible mark on society. In this article, we will explore different facets of Damul, examining its impact on today's world and its relevance for the future. From its origins to its evolution today, Damul has captured the attention and imagination of millions of people around the world.
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Directed by | Prakash Jha[1] |
Written by | Shaiwal |
Produced by | Prakash Jha[2] |
Starring | Annu Kapoor Sreela Majumdar Manohar Singh Deepti Naval Ranjan Kamath Pyare Mohan Sahay |
Cinematography | Rajen Kothari |
Music by | Raghunath Seth |
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Running time | 106 min |
Country | India |
Language | Hindi |
Budget | ₹12 lakh (US$14,000)[3] |
Damul (English: Bonded until Death) is a 1985 Indian Hindi-language film directed by Prakash Jha, based on the story Kaalsootra, by Shaiwal, a native of Gaya district of Bihar,[4] starring Annu Kapoor, Sreela Majumdar, Manohar Singh, Deepti Naval, Ranjan Kamath and Pyare Mohan Sahay in lead roles.
The story is about a bonded labourer who is forced to steal for his landlord, to whom he is bonded until death. Set in rural Bihar of 1984, the film focuses on the caste politics and the oppression of the lower castes in the region, through bonded labour. The film also highlights the issue of heavy migration of the poor villagers of Bihar to richer states like Punjab in search of livelihood.[5]
Damul was invited for both the competition and participation sections at the Montreal, Chicago and Moscow film festivals.