Sir Wrangler R.P. Paranjpye (1902)
Director: H.S. Bhatavdekar; Cinematographer: H.S. Bhatavdekar; Cast: R.P. Paranjpye
Summary: R.P. Paranjpye's return from Cambridge after studying Math documented in this film. The first Indian Wrangler, Raghunath Paranjpye returned to India on December 7, 1901. He was felicitated at the residence of Narottam Morarji at Peddar Road, in Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay. This is heralded as the first Documentary. Many important personalities like Dr. B. K. Bhatavdekar, Gopal Krishna Gokhale were present at this event.
Shakuntala Paranjpye, the well-known social worker, who worked mainly for the propagation of family planning was his daughter. She also played the role of Chitra in Prabhat Film Company's 'Kunku' (Marathi), 'Duniya Na Mane' (Hindi).
Sai Paranjpye, the noted film writer and director is his grand-daughter.
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