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Once There Was A Clown
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Once There Was A Clown

1992-01-01 · 145 min · ★ 8.0

Comedy · Drama

Aburao, the son of a troupe dancer, has grown-up to become a brilliant clown. His talent brings him fame but also alienates him from his ideals and his loved ones.

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Directors
Jabbar Patel
Production companies
National Film Development Corporation of India
Countries
India
Status
Released

Top Cast

Laxmikant BerdeLaxmikant Berde
Mohan AgasheMohan Agashe
Dilip PrabhavalkarDilip Prabhavalkar
Madhu Kambikar
Varsha UsgaonkarVarsha Usgaonkar
Sayaji ShindeSayaji Shinde
Nandu Pol
Nilu PhuleNilu Phule

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