Gaali Maathu

Gaali Maathu () is a 1981 Indian Kannada drama film, directed and produced by the Dorai - Bhagwan 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 in the lead roles.
The film was a musical blockbuster with all the songs composed by Rajan-Nagendra considered evergreen hits.
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.