The Bal Gandharva Ranga Mandir is owned by the Pune Municipal Corporation. Bal Gandharva Ranga Mandir is a theatre with an auditorium and an exhibition hall. It is one of the most sophisticated and well-equipped theatres of India.

Who is known as Bal Gandharva?

Narayan Shripad Rajhans better known as Bal Gandharva (1888–1967) was one of the greatest Marathi singers and stage actors. He was famous for his roles of female characters in Marathi plays, since women were not allowed to act on stage during his time. The Bal Gandharva Rangamandir (Theatre) in the city of Pune is named in his honor.

When did Bal Gandharva get the Padma Bhushan award?

In 1955 Bal Gandharva received the coveted “President’s Award”, now known as the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the highest musical honour in India from the then President of India. In 1964 Bal Gandharva received The Padma Bhushan Award,the third highest civilian award in the Republic of India.

How did Bal Gandharva become the sole owner of Prabhat Film Company?

Bal Gandharva became the sole owner of the debt ridden company in 1921. The debt was paid off in seven years’ time. However, Narayanrao, dissolved the company when it again accumulated debt over the next 6–7 years. At that time. Bal Gandharva signed a contract with Prabhat Film Company to make six films.