Gogola

Gogola

An action packed story of a sea-monster with thrills, suspense and what not?

1966 · 133 min · Science Fiction, Horror

"An enraged Gogola charges into the city wreaking vengeance by destroying many public lives, buildings and properties…" Pressbook synopsis. A Bollywood clone of Godzilla. While not being the only monster movie to come from India or Bollywood, it is the most recognizable despite being currently lost.

Directed by Balwant Dave

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