Gaali Maathu

Gaali Maathu (ಗಾಳಿಮಾತು) is a 1981 Indian Kannada-language drama film, directed and produced by the Dorai–Bhagavan duo. It is based on the novel of the same name by Ta. Ra. Su. The film stars Jai Jagadish, Lakshmi, Hema Choudhary and Kokila Mohan.

Cast

 * Lakshmi
 * Jai Jagadish
 * Kokila Mohan
 * K. S. Ashwath
 * Leelavathi as Shantha
 * Uma Shivakumar
 * Hema Choudhary
 * Sampath

Production
Anant Nag was initially chosen for the lead role; he was later replaced by Jai Jagadish, Sundar Raj was also replaced by Charan Raj after the former asked for more remuneration.

Soundtrack
The music of the film was composed by Rajan–Nagendra, with lyrics by Chi. Udaya Shankar. All the songs composed for the film were received extremely well. The song "Nagisalu Neenu" is based on Jogkauns raga.