Jaanisaar(2015)
Jaanisaar is a 2015 Hindi romantic drama film directed by Muzaffar Ali. It stars Imran Abbas and Pernia Qureshi in lead roles. The story is set in 1877 in Awadh, twenty years after the Indian Rebellion. It follows Prince Aman, a British loyalist, who falls in love with Noor, a courtesan secretly leading a rebellion. Their love is tested by betrayal and colonial politics. The film is noted for its period setting, music, and exploration of love versus duty. It was released in theaters on August 7, 2015.
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- Theatrical Release
- 7 August 2015
- Director
- Muzaffar Ali
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 4.9/10
Storyline
Prince Aman returns to India from England and is tasked by the British to spy on courtesans. He falls in love with Noor, a courtesan who is secretly a revolutionary. Aman must choose between his loyalty to the British and his love for Noor.
“A love that defies an empire.”
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Trivia
- The film marked the acting debut of Pakistani singer-actor Imran Abbas.
- Muzaffar Ali returned to directing after a 33-year gap since his last film 'Zooni' was shelved.
- The costumes were designed by Muzaffar Ali's wife, Meera Ali, who is also a noted fashion designer.
- It was partly shot at the historic Jahangirabad Palace in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.
- The film's music used classical instruments like the sarangi to reflect its 19th-century setting.
- It performed poorly at the box office, earning less than 10 million rupees in India.
- The story is set during a time when British rule was facing rising rebellion from Indian royals and citizens.