# The World of Apu (1959)

Bengali · Released 1959-05-01

The World of Apu is a 1959 Bengali film. It is directed by Satyajit Ray, with music by Ravi Shankar. Kate Fitzpatrick and Sharmila Tagore appear in it.

Director: Satyajit Ray
Music: Ravi Shankar
Cast: Kate Fitzpatrick as Garza, Sharmila Tagore as Aparna Roy

## Storyline
Apu, now a jobless ex-student dreaming vaguely of a future as a writer, is invited to join an old college friend on a trip up-country to a village wedding.

## Common questions

### When was The World of Apu released?
The World of Apu was released on 1 May 1959.

### Who stars in The World of Apu?
Kate Fitzpatrick and Sharmila Tagore star in The World of Apu.

### Who directed The World of Apu?
The World of Apu was directed by Satyajit Ray.

### Who composed the music for The World of Apu?
The music is by Ravi Shankar.

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