About S. Nottani
S. Nottani was a film director.
S. Nottani was an Indian filmmaker. He created the first Malayalam talkie Balan (film) in 1938. He also directed a Malayalam movie, Gnanambika in. His most contributions were mainly focused in the Tamil film industry. He directed Santhanadevan (1937), Satyavaani (1940), Bhaktha Gowri(1941), Sivalinga Satchi (1942) and Inbavalli(1949).
Filmography Malayalam Balan (1938) (first Malayalam talkie) Gnanambika (1940)
Tamil
Santhanadevan (1937) Satyavaani (1940) Bhaktha Gowri (1941) Sivalinga Satchi (1942) Inbavalli (1949)
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Who was S. Nottani?
Indian filmmaker
When was S. Nottani born?
S. Nottani was born in Mumbai.
When did S. Nottani die?
S. Nottani died in 1949.
What was S. Nottani's occupation?
S. Nottani was a film director.
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