What is Maqbool?
Maqbool is a film first released in 2003. Catalogued under Crime, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2003
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 132 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 30, 2003
- Studios
- Kaleidoscope Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Vishal Bhardwaj Pictures
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Maqbool is a film first released in 2003. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Kaleidoscope Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Vishal Bhardwaj Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A gritty Indian retelling of Macbeth unfolds in Mumbai’s criminal underworld.”
- Powerful performances from an acclaimed cast
- Atmospheric depiction of Mumbai’s underworld
- Cleverly transposes Shakespeare’s tragedy
- Lengthy runtime may challenge some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate stylish crime dramas that reinterpret classic literature.
The film features dark, violent themes and mature content, suitable for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Maqbool?
Maqbool was directed by Vishal Bhardwaj.
What is the source material for the story?
The film adapts William Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth.
Which actors headline the film?
The cast includes Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Pankaj Kapur, Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Piyush Mishra, Murali Sharma, and Masumeh Makhija.
In what language is Maqbool filmed?
Maqbool is a Hindi-language film.
Where is the story of Maqbool set?
It is set in the contemporary underworld of Mumbai, India’s commercial capital.
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