Mandi is a 1983 Hindi-language film directed by Shyam Benegal. Based on a classic Urdu short story Aanandi by writer Ghulam Abbas, the film narrates the story of a brothel, situated in the heart of a city, an area that some politicians want for its prime locality. The film is a satirical comedy on politics and prostitution, and stars Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil and Naseeruddin Shah among others.
Mandi (1983)
Directed by Shyam Benegal
Description by Wikipedia
Movie Info
Themes
Tags
Brothel, Mute, Prostitute, Small Town
Attributes
Based On: based on short fiction
Narrative Location: Hyderabad
Subject: about prostitution in India, prostitution
Narrative Location: Hyderabad
Subject: about prostitution in India, prostitution
Alternate Titles
Mandi
IN
Market Place
Рыночная площадь
RU