Muzaffar Ali’s Umrao Jaan to be Shown at Red Sea International Film Festival Treasures Strand
Muzaffar Ali’s freshly restored 1981 Indian classic Umrao Jaan will have its first-ever screening outside India at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The film is part of the festival’s Treasures strand, a lineup featuring six classic international and Arab titles. Umrao Jaan stars superstar Rekha in the title role and remains a landmark in Indian cinema for its music, visuals, and storytelling. The restored print invites new audiences to experience this beloved romance and tragedy from Muzaffar Ali’s acclaimed work. This selection underscores Red Sea’s Treasures program, which highlights enduring classics from around the world alongside Arab cinema, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position in global film culture.