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Chandraguptha Chanakya
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Wikipedia article
'Chandraguptha Chanakya' is a 1940 Indian Tamil language historical drama film produced and directed by C. K. Sachi with Bhavani K. Sambamurthy and N. C. Vasanthakokilam in the lead roles.
Storyline
Chandragupta Maurya is the founder of the Maurya Empire. His advisor was Chanakya who is traditionally identified as Kautilya who authored 'Arthashastra'. The film brought alive these two personalities.
Cast
Bhavani K. Sambamurthy as 'Chandragupta'
N. C. Vasanthakokilam as 'Princess Chaaya'
Brihadambal
T. K. Kalyanam
S. S. Kokko and P. Saradambal
Soundtrack
Papanasam Sivan composed the music. N. C. Vasanthakokilam, who is an accomplished musician rendered a few songs.
References
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