Pearl of the Desert

Pearl of the Desert

Moti Khan, a musically gifted child from the lower caste Muslim Manganiyars of the Thar Desert, is forced to sing and play music for their ancestral patrons in order to survive, even though he finds it humiliating. Sattar, his father, wants Moti to study and make a career outside music. But Moti aspires to be a successful singer so that he is treated respectfully. He leaves his village behind and sets out on a journey to discover his music.

Release Date

October 19, 2019

Status

Released

Original Title

Maru ro Moti

Runtime

1h 22min

Budget

Revenue

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Production Companies

Seesaw Pictures