On the 64th anniversary of the release of the iconic film Mughal-e-Azam , veteran actress Saira Banu shared a heartfelt post, recounting the grandeur and excitement surrounding the film's premiere. The epic historical romance, directed by K. Asif, remains one of the most celebrated films in Indian cinema.
Saira Banu's vivid memories transport us back to an era of cinematic splendour and personal dreams. 64 Years of Mughal-E-Azam: Saira Banu recalls fans sleeping with “Boriya Bistar” for premiere of Dilip Kumar-starrer A Vision of Grandeur Saira Banu began her post by reflecting on the sheer scale and vision of Mughal-e-Azam , which took years for the legendary director K. Asif to bring to life.
She painted a picture of an enthralling epic filled with romance and spectacle, unmatched in Indian cinema. "When we talk about Mughal-e-Azam , there is a vision of the great historical epic which took years for Mr K. Asif to put together into an enthralling epic full of romance and spectacle such as never witnessed on the Indian Screen," she wrote.
The Premiere's Royal Affair The excitement and anticipation surrounding the film's premiere were palpable. Saira Banu described the frenzy among fans and the industry alike, eager to witness the historic romance on the big screen. The premiere was nothing short of a royal affair, with a 'SHAHI FARMAAN' (royal decree) sent out to invitees and a print of the film ceremoniously delivered to the theatre on bejewelled elephants.
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