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26 Jun

Umrao Jaan returns to cinemas tomorrow after 44 years

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The timeless classic Umrao Jaan (1981), directed by Muzaffar Ali and starring Rekha in one of her most celebrated roles, is all set to return to theatres on June 27. The film, which tells the story of a courtesan in 19th-century Lucknow, has become a cherished part of Indian cinema, admired for its poetry, music, and graceful storytelling. Ahead of its re-release, Ali has also launched a luxury coffee-table book that offers a deeper look into the film’s creation and legacy. “The film has so many layers,” Ali said in an interview with India Today. “We don’t realise them until…

26 Jun

Sholay returns to the big screen after 50 years

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It’s been 50 years since Sholay first hit cinemas in India and changed the face of Bollywood forever. Now, the legendary film is making a comeback, and fans couldn’t be more excited. The full, restored version of the 1975 classic will be shown tomorrow at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna, Italy. And this isn’t just any version; it includes scenes that were cut before release, including the original ending that censors once forced the makers to change. The screening will take place in Bologna’s stunning Piazza Maggiore, a huge open-air space that’ll give this return the grand stage…