Bawa Thanthayar (Pali: Bhava Samsara) (; ) is a 1956 Burmese black-and-white drama film, directed by Thukha starring Zeya, May Thit, Thukha and Aye Kyu. It is one of the most famous films in the history of Burmese cinema and was only released at the end of the year, but was the highest grossing film of 1956.
Making film It was the debut film of Mandalay Film and was shot by Thukha in 1955 and took about a year.
International released On December 14, 1956, it broke the record for the highest grossing sound film in Rangoon cinemas. It earned Ks.5,02,567/-. It was premiered in China and earned £stg.3,000.
Cast May Thit Zeya Thukha Aye Kyu Gyan Sein
Awards Year Award Category Nominee Result1956Myanmar Motion Picture Academy Awards Best Picture Mandalay Film Best Director Thukha Best Actor Zeya
Soundtrack The song "Life Cycle", written and sung by Thukha and accompanied by U Ba Thein from Mandalay Film, is still popular today.
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