Barkha (1960 film)


Barkha is a 1960 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Krishnan–Panju and produced by A. V. Meiyappan. It is a remake of the Tamil film Thai Pirandhal Vazhi Pirakkum.

Cast

Adapted from Bollywood Hungama:
Barkha was a remake of the Tamil film Thai Pirandhal Vazhi Pirakkum, released in 1958. It was directed by the duo Krishnan–Panju, and produced by A. V. Meiyappan under AVM Productions. This film included a bullfight not present in the original. Lead actor Jagdeep was paid as a monthly salary, and lead actress Nanda was paid.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack was composed by Chitragupta. All songs of the film were written by Rajinder Krishan. The song "Ek Raat Mein Do Do Chand Khile" attained popularity.

Release and reception

Barkha was released on 1 January 1960. The film was commercially successful, grossing against a budget of, according to an estimate by Meiyappan's son Saravanan.