Question 1

What unexpected dance forms did Kamal Haasan train for in Sagara Sangamam?

Accepted Answer

Kamal Haasan, already trained in Bharathanatyam, took weeks to train in Kathak and Kathakali for the film. He performed Kathak again 28 years later in Vishwaroopam.

Question 2

How did Sagara Sangamam perform in Karnataka theaters?

Accepted Answer

In Karnataka, the film ran over 100 days in many theaters, including 511 days in Bangalore Pallavi, 365 days in Mysore Kayathri, 217 days in Bangalore Natraj, and 210 days in Mangalore Roopavani.

Question 3

Why was a Hindi remake of Sagara Sangamam never made?

Accepted Answer

Talks for a Hindi remake were dropped because they couldn't find a star actor who could perform classical dance. Director K. Viswanath later said only Kamal Haasan could do this film.

Question 4

What is the story of Sagara Sangamam?

Accepted Answer

Passionate classical dancer Balakrishna falls in love with Madhavi, but fate separates them. Years later, drowning in sorrow, an unexpected encounter rekindles his lost hopes, emotions, and talent.

Question 5

Which awards did Sagara Sangamam win under its dubbed title Salangai Oli?

Accepted Answer

Salangai Oli, the dubbed version, won 2 National Awards for Best Director (K. Viswanath) and Best Music Director (Illayaraja).

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