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Who was the first Indian to make a movie?
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Who was the first Indian to make a movie?

A.

S.S. Vasan

B.

Ardeshir Irani

C.

Dhundiraj Govind Phalke

D.

V. Shantaram

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Dhundiraj Govind Phalke.
· Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, popularly known as Dadasaheb Phalke, is considered the father of Indian cinema. He directed and produced India’s first full-length feature film titled "Raja Harishchandra" in 1913, which marked the birth of Indian cinema.
· "Raja Harishchandra" was a silent film and is considered the first Indian movie, laying the foundation for the Indian film industry.
· Dadasaheb Phalke's contributions to Indian cinema are honored through the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest award in Indian cinema.
Additional Information:
· S.S. Vasan: A renowned film producer and director, known for his work in Tamil cinema.
· Ardeshir Irani: Produced India's first sound film, "Alam Ara", in 1931.
· V. Shantaram: A prominent Indian filmmaker known for several classic films in Marathi and Hindi cinema.

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