As part of the centenary celebrations of legendary filmmaker Guru Dutt, cinema lovers are in for a special treat. Ultra Media and Entertainment will curate a retrospective of Guru Dutt’s timeless classics in theatres across India from August 8 to 10. Alongside the iconic Pyaasa (1957), audiences will also be treated to the restored versions of Guru Dutt’s other celebrated works, including Aar-Paar, Chaudhvin Ka Chand (1960), Mr. & Mrs. 55 (1955), and Baaz (1953).
The restoration of the other films has been undertaken by NFDC-NFAI (National Film Development Corporation-National Film Archive of India).
Sushilkumar Agrawal, MD & CEO, Ultra Media and Entertainment Pvt Ltd, who holds the rights to these films, said, "Guru Dutt’s films are timeless masterpieces that have influenced generations of filmmakers and audiences alike. We are honoured to present his classics in restored versions so that both devoted fans and new audiences can relive the magic on the big screen."
Prakash Magdum, Managing Director, NFDC, said, “Restoring Guru Dutt’s films goes far beyond reviving old reels. It’s about safeguarding a priceless legacy that defines the soul of Indian cinema. These films are restored as part of the National Film Heritage Mission, an initiative by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.”
