Sumangali (1959 film)

Sumangali is a 1959 Indian Telugu-language drama film directed by Adurthi Subba Rao. The film stars Akkineni Nageswara Rao, Padmini and Savitri in the lead roles. It was produced by D. Madhusudhana Rao under the Annapurna Pictures banner. The film revolves around the themes of family, societal expectations, and the challenges faced by women in traditional Indian society. The film was a remake of the Bengali film Suryamukhi (1957). It garnered positive reviews and was a commercial success. The music was composed by Master Venu.