Film Screening: Umrao Jaan

“Kitne toofan uthaye aankhon ne, naav yaadon ki doobti hi nahi … tujhse milne ki, tujhko paane ki koi tatbir soojti hi nahi”

This weekend, step back in time and join us for a screening of the iconic film, Umrao Jaan with unique insights from our researcher, Saumya Mani Tripathi.

This masterpiece, directed by Muzzafar Ali, tells the poignant tale of Amiran, a girl from Faizabad who is kidnapped and forced to become a tawaif in Lucknow. Experience the elegance of Rekha’s performance as she navigates the complexities of love, societal expectations, and her profession. Immerse yourself in the rich music and stunning visuals and poetic dialogues that have made Umrao Jaan a classic of Indian cinema. 

Witness the magic of Umrao Jaan on the big screen this weekend at MAP. 

This event is part of programming for our latest exhibition Tawaif: Tracing the History of Courtesans in Hindi Cinema