Shiv Bhakta also spelt as Shiv-Bhakta (transl. Devotee of lord Shiva) is a 1955 Hindu epic film directed by H.L.N. Simha starring Shahu Modak and Padmini in lead roles.[2][1] It was a mythological film produced by AVM productions and it was directed by H. L. N. Simha with music by Chitrgupta. The songs were penned by Gopal Singh Nepali. Songs were considered evergreen. There are excellent classical dances by Padmini in this film. This was Padmini's second Hindi film followed by Mr. Sampat (1952). The film is a remake of director - producer duo's 1954 Kannada film Bedara Kannappa. This Kannada movie was Kannada superstar Dr Rajkumar's first as a hero.
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