
The Light of Asia
Drama
Overview
Living an indolent life in a luxurious palace, Prince Gautama (Rai) is insulated by his family from the harshness of the world outside. But he is destined to learn greater truths: shocked to discover the pain and suffering of so many in his kingdom, he abandons his privileged existence, and his wife Gopa (Seeta Devi), to become a wandering teacher, eventually finding enlightenment and founding Buddhism. Featuring superimposed images and deep-focus shots that were highly impressive for the time, Light of Asia astutely combines a deeply felt spirituality with the surefire attraction of Indian exotica, which helped make it a considerable success in Europe.
Top Cast


Seeta Devi
Seeta Devi
Gopa
Seeta Devi
Gopa
Himansu Rai
Himansu Rai
Gautama
Himansu Rai
Gautama
Sarada Ukil
Sarada Ukil
King Suddhodhana
Sarada Ukil
King Suddhodhana
Rani Bala
Rani Bala
Queen Maya
Rani Bala
Queen Maya
Prafulla Roy
Prafulla Roy
Devadatta
Prafulla Roy
Devadatta


Modhu Bose
Modhu Bose
Modhu Bose
Mrinalini Devi
Mrinalini Devi
Mrinalini Devi
Sunalini Devi
Sunalini Devi
Sunalini Devi
Sushil Ghosh
Sushil Ghosh
Sushil Ghosh
Sundar Rajam
Sundar Rajam
Sundar Rajam
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