Description
A poet and his muse. A love story cut short by duty and expectation. Two families, two generations and the unresolved feelings that shape them both.
Directed by Yash Chopra and released in 1976, Kabhi Kabhie is one of Hindi cinema’s great romances, brought to life by an extraordinary cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, Raakhee, Waheeda Rehman, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor (née Singh).
Its legendary soundtrack, with poetry by Sahir Ludhianvi and music by Khayyam, won three Filmfare Awards and remains among the most beloved in Bollywood history.
This special 50th anniversary screening will be introduced by Saeed Khan of Wayne State University, who will reflect on the film’s cultural significance, enduring appeal and place within the wider history of Hindi cinema.
A landmark film marking its golden anniversary, this is a perfect introduction to the emotional sweep, star power and musical richness of Hindi cinema.
Runtime: 177 minutes
About the Host
Saeed Khan
Saeed Khan is a cultural historian and commentator based at Wayne State University in Detroit, where he teaches in the departments of History and Global Studies. His academic expertise includes Islamic and Middle Eastern history, Islamic political thought, and transnational identities. Alongside his academic work, he is a frequent analyst for international media outlets. Saeed is the founder of the Center for the Study of Trans-Atlantic Diasporas, a policy institute focused on ethnic and immigrant communities in North America and Europe.
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