Published 17:29 IST, May 28th 2020
Deepika Padukone's Ram-Leela and other Bollywood adaptations of Romeo and Juliet
Deepika Padukone starrer Goliyon ki Rasleela Ram-Leela was based on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Take a look at Bollywood adaptations of Romeo and Juliet.
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When William Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet, probably he had idea that mere concept will have so many takers in Bollywood. Be it cinema, atre, or any or performance arts, William Shakespeare's works have been adapted in various ways. Here are a few Bollywood films inspired by classic play Romeo and Juliet.
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Goliyon Ki Rasleela – Ram Leela (2013)
Kwn more for its share of controversies and grand sets, film was an ambitious venture directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. film is set against violent backdrop of two communities in Gujarat, who hated each or eugh to kill on sight. However, all hell breaks loose when Ranveer Singh, who plays role Ram, and Deepika Padukone as Leela fall in love, at first sight. powerful performances of actors along with melodious music and auntic nuances of langu contributed greatly to help film pave its way into hearts of audiences.
Ishaqzaade (2010)
This adaptation of Romeo and Juliet had its own twists and turns. However, that is why film was loved by many. Unlike its predecessors, Habib Faisal, who is director of film, modified story, keeping basic plot same. Moreover, rusty charm of Arjun Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra, in roles of Parma & Zoya respectively, wowed audience with ir Romeo & Juliet act, and result was also loved by audience and critics alike.
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Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981)
Featuring Rati Agnihotri and Kamal Hassan in pivotal roles, t many kw that this cross-cultural love story was also an ufficial adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. film went on to become one of most loved classics in Bollywood. stunning performances of lead actors and fantastic music track made many people fall in love with this film.
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Qayamat se Qayamat Tak (1988)
film Qayamat se Qayamat Tak marked debut of two of most talented actors of time. film had a fresh pairing of debutants Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla. ir incence and charm made Indian Romeo and Juliet come alive on screen. And result was, audience fell in love with incent lovers, ir story, and movie's songs. film is still considered as one of beautiful renditions of Shakespeare’s epic tragic saga.
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17:28 IST, May 28th 2020