Rekha to Attend Red Sea International Film Festival for Restored Umrao Jaan Screening
Bollywood icon Rekha is traveling to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Red Sea International Film Festival for a special screening of Muzaffar Ali's freshly restored classic Umrao Jaan. The 1981 musical drama, renowned for Rekha's National Film Award-winning portrayal of Umrao Jaan, a courtesan-poetess in 19th-century Lucknow, will be shown outside India for the first time. The restoration revives the film's lush period aesthetics, music, and storytelling, allowing international audiences to experience a landmark work in Indian cinema. This event underscores the Red Sea International Film Festival's commitment to showcasing iconic Indian titles on a global stage. Emphasizing Rekha's enduring legacy, Umrao Jaan remains celebrated as one of Indian cinema's most memorable performances - an exquisite blend of acting prowess, poetry, and romance set against a richly designed historical backdrop.