Hindi Film Adaption

 

Hindi Film Adaption 

Based on Shakespeare's work and set on Elizabethan Era

This blog is based on a thinking activity task given by Dr. Dilip Barad sir.

Maqbool(2003):-

Directed by: Vishal Bhardwaj

Adaption: Shakespeare's Macbeth

"Maqbool" is a dark and intense crime drama that transposes the tragedy of "Macbeth" to the Mumbai underworld. The story follows Maqbool (played by Irrfan Khan), a loyal henchman of the powerful mafia don, Abbaji (Pankaj Kapur). Urged by Nimmi (Tabu), the equivalent of Lady Macbeth, who is also Abbaji's mistress, Maqbool is driven by ambition and lust to murder Abbaji and seize power. However, as with "Macbeth," Maqbool's ascent leads to paranoia, guilt, and ultimately his downfall.

Direction and Cinematography:-

Vishal Bhardwaj’s direction is impeccable, as he masterfully blends the gritty realism of the Mumbai underworld with the brooding, supernatural elements of Shakespeare's play. Film's cinematography, handled by Hemant Chaturvedi.

Adaptation and Cultural Context:-

In Shakespeare's Macbeth there are three witches and in Maqbool there are 3 policeman who played role of three witches. Banquo's ghost role played by illustration of someone's death body in the film.

 Sets "Maqbool" apart is its seamless adaptation of a quintessentially English play into an Indian context. Bhardwaj stays theme of  ambition, power, and guilt while infusing the narrative with Indian cultural elements. The Mumbai underworld, with its codes of honor, loyalty, and betrayal, serves as a fitting backdrop for the story of "Macbeth."  

Omkara(2006):-

Directed by : Vishal Bhardwaj

Adaption: Shakespeare’s Othello

Plot:-

 "Omkara" transposes the tragedy of "Othello" into the rural heartlands of Uttar Pradesh, India. Omkara (Ajay Devgn) is a local gang leader who appoints Kesu (Vivek Oberoi) as his successor over the more deserving Langda Tyagi (Saif Ali Khan). Consumed by jealousy and vengeance, Langda Tyagi sets out to destroy Omkara’s life by sowing seeds of doubt about his fiancée Dolly (Kareena Kapoor)

Review:-

 The film is a gritty and raw portrayal of political and social dynamics in rural India, with Saif Ali Khan delivering one of his career-best performances as the conniving Langda Tyagi. The film’s dialogues, rooted in the local dialect, add authenticity, while the soundtrack by Bhardwaj, especially the song "Beedi," became widely popular.

Angoor(1982):-

Directed by:- Gulzar

Adaptation of:- The Comedy of Errors

Plot:-

 "Angoor" is a comedy of errors involving two pairs of identical twins separated at birth. The confusion and chaos that ensue when they unknowingly cross paths as adults form the crux of the film. Sanjeev Kumar plays both roles with comic brilliance, supported by Deven Verma, who also plays his twin.

Review:-

"Angoor" is a classic comedy, showcasing Gulzar’s knack for humor and Sanjeev Kumar’s impeccable comic timing. It’s a lighter take on Shakespeare, relying on situational comedy and witty dialogues, making it a timeless favorite in Indian cinema.