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Malgudi Days Stars Reunite 40 Years Later
10 Sep
Summary
- Original Malgudi Days cast reunited after 40 years.
- Actors visited Agumbe and Arasalu, reliving childhood memories.
- A documentary on the making of Malgudi Days is in development.
In the autumn of 1986, "Malgudi Days," based on RK Narayan's writings and directed by Shankar Nag, premiered on Doordarshan. The series captured audiences with its simple storytelling, focusing on the misadventures of a boy named Swami. Forty years later, in September 2026, the actors who played Swami, Rajam, and Mani reunited in Agumbe and Arasalu. They revisited filming locations, including the SVS School, which served as Albert Mission School. The actors expressed a desire to develop a "Malgudi Days" tourism circuit to benefit locals. This reunion, culminating in a felicitation at the Arasalu railway station, has inspired the creation of a documentary. This film will delve into the behind-the-scenes magic of the original production and highlight significant locations. The documentary aims to unite the original cast and crew, celebrating the enduring legacy of the series.
