Is Mughal-E-Azam a real story?

Mughal-e-Azam takes numerous liberties with historical fact. The real Salim did lead a rebellion against his father, tried to replace him as emperor, and had Akbar’s friend Abu al-Fazl murdered in 1602, but the film ascribes these actions to his desire to marry Anarkali, which is historically inaccurate.

What happens at the end of Mughal-E-Azam?

Salim rebels against his father, is defeated in battle, and is sentenced to death. Anarkali pleads for his life in exchange for her own, and is condemned to be walled up alive. However, it is revealed that Akbar owed a favor to Anarkali’s mother, since she informed him of the birth of his son.

What is the story of Mughal-E-Azam?

Set in the 16th-century Mughal court of Emperor Akbar, heir to the throne, Prince Saleem, falls in love with the beautiful commoner Anaarkali. Saleem’s father, Emperor Akbar, refuses to let his son marry below his status and a mighty battle of wills ensues. Underpinning this doomed story of love is the troubled relationship between father and son.
Mughal-E-Azam/Film synopsis

Who is the writer of Mughal-E-Azam?

K. Asif
Kamal AmrohiAmanullah KhanWajahat MirzaEhsan Rizvi
Mughal-E-Azam/Screenplay

Why Mughal-E-Azam is so popular?

Considered to be one of the most iconic and landmark films in the history of Hindi cinema, Mughal-E-Azam set the standards high. Starring Dilip Kumar, Madhubala and Prithviraj Kapoor, this epic is known for its direction, music, sets, costumes and also for the lead pair: Madhubala and Dilip Kumar.

Who is akbars son?

Jahangir
Murad MirzaDaniyal MirzaHussainHassan
Akbar/Sons

Who is the current descendant of Mughals?

Ziauddin Tucy is the sixth generation descendant of the last Mughal Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar and today struggles to make ends meet. Living in a rented house, he still believes that the government will release properties of the erstwhile Mughals to the legal heirs.

How much did Mughal-E-Azam cost?

15 million INR
Mughal-E-Azam/Budget

Is the movie Mughal e Azam a must watch?

MUGHAL-E-AZAM is a must for todays generation, who, perhaps, may not have watched this classic. Watch this epic and you will realize the difference between the cinema of yore and the cinema of today. MUGHAL-E-AZAM is a must for every moviegoer.

Who are the main characters in Mughal e Azam?

Set in the 16th century AD, the movie brings to life the tale of the doomed love affair between the Mughal Crown Prince Saleem and the beautiful, ill-fated court dancer, whose fervor and intensity perpetrates a war between the prince and his father the great Mughal Emperor Akbar, and threatens to bring an empire to its knees.

Who is the composer of Mughal e Azam?

The soundtrack was composed by music director Naushad, and the lyrics were written by Shakeel Badayuni. After conceiving the idea of the film, Asif visited Naushad and handed him a briefcase containing money, telling him to make “memorable music” for Mughal-e-Azam.

Who are the actors in the Great Mughal?

The Great Mughal) is a 1960 Indian epic historical drama film directed by K. Asif and produced by Shapoorji Pallonji. Starring Prithviraj Kapoor , Madhubala , Durga Khote and Dilip Kumar , it follows the love affair between Mughal Prince Salim (who went on to become Emperor Jahangir ) and Anarkali , a court dancer.