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Narayan Shripad Rajhans, also known as Bal Gandharva, was one of the greatest Marathi singers and stage actors. Known for his roles in female characters in Marathi plays, since women were not allowed to act on stage during his time.

Bal Gandharva became the 'ideal woman' for men and women alike. He introduced a new woman to society-tastefully dressed, well groomed, and uncluttered with ornaments. Feminine charm oozed from every gesture, every move. No wonder, the women all imitated him and copied him in an effort to improve their appearance. Bal Gandharva had only to wear a new type of sari, and the shops would be flooded by women demanding exactly the same article. This imitation was not only limited to the fair sex. The 'gandharva' fur cap became a craze, and adorned almost every male head. College students used to collect his photographs which were on sale at the theatre. Sons of rich men often insisted on being photographed in women's attire. The charges would then be four times the usual fees, for the photographer would have to dress up his clients.

Balgandharva (2011)

dir. Ravi Jadhav