[1] It was directed by Bhagwati Prasad Mishra, who had made a name for himself as a photographer and painter and had worked with Irani in his Star, Majestic, Royal and Imperial Studios.
The star cast included Prithviraj Kapoor who played the role of Karna,[3] with Sudhabala as Draupadi, and Khalil as Krishna.
[4] The film was based on an episode from the Mahabharata showcasing Duryodhan's plans of usurping Hastinapur and his subsequent attempt at shaming the Pandavas by disrobing Draupadi's sari.
The Kauravas cunning uncle Shakuni (Hadi) helps them win the game, wherein the Pandavas first lose their Kingdom, and then as a last wager by the oldest brother Yudhishtra, even Draupadi.
The use of Hindu mythology in context to women, was a common feature in most films produced in the early part of the twentieth century.