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Saqi (film)
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Wikipedia article
'Saqi' is a 1952 Indian Hindi-language film directed by H. S. Rawail and starring Premnath, Madhubala in lead roles. The film's music was composed by C. Ramchandra. 'Saqi' was based on Arabian Nights and was one of the most expensive Indian films at the time of its release.
Plot
The film told the story a common man named Ajeeb, who tries to woo the princess Rukhsana.
Cast
* Premnath as Ajeeb
* Madhubala as Rukhsana
* Gope as Genie
* Randhir as Sultan
* Iftekhar as Abdul
* Cuckoo as the item number "Door Door Se"
Production
'Saqi' was the Indian version of Arabian Nights. The film was announced in February 1951, along with 'Badal', also starring Premnath & Madhubala. While 'Badal' was completed and released in the same year, 'Saqi' took about one and a half year to complete. 'Saqi' was an expensive venture for the producers and it was made on a huge budget of 10 lakhs.
Soundtrack
Reception
'Saqi' had a mixed reception with criticsthe soundtrack and lavish sets were noted, but acting and screenplay were poorly received. Nevertheless, the film became a commercial success.
References
Sources
* Deep, Mohan (1996). 'The Mystery and Mystique of Madhubala.' Magna Books.* Akbar, Khatijia (1997). 'Madhubala: Her Life, Her Films.' Hay House.
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