Mera Ladka (1938)
Radical journalist Diwakar clashes with his traditional father and a scheming politician, Vithalrao, who seizes his newspaper. Disgusted, Diwakar leaves home. His wealthy girlfriend, Nalini, initially supports Vithalrao but later campaigns for Diwakar, who represents slum-dwellers in an election. Despite her father's support, Nalini urges voters for Diwakar. Nalini wins, but Diwakar's loss is depicted as a moral victory, critiquing middle-class materialism.
Director: K. Narayan Kale
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Shanta Hublikar as Nalini |
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Ulhas as Diwakar |
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Vasant Thengadi as Vithalrao |
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Sundarabai as |
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Shahu Modak as |
| Directing | K. Narayan Kale | Director |
| Writing | Y.G. Joshi | Writer |
| Sound | Keshavrao Bhole | Music |