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1. Haider : A Cinematic Reimagining Of Hamlet.

2. Self Introduction Presented By :- Darshan Vagh Roll No :- 10 Semester :- 1 Paper No :- 101 Paper Name :- Literature of the Elizabethan and Restoration Presentation Topic :- Haider : A Cinematic Reimagining Of Hamlet. Submitted To :- Smt. S.B. Gardi, Department of English (MKBU) Email ID :- [email protected]

3. Points To Ponder Director's Unique Creation. Contrast Between Text and Movie. Distinctive Begining. Distinctive Climax. Portrayal of Contrastive Massage . Use Of Artistic Liberty of Director.

4. Overview Haider is 2014 released Bollywood movie based on Shakespeare's great classical play 'Hamlet' . Genres. Action - Crime - Drama - Thriller - Romance Film was directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. Haider won 5 awards, including Best Music Direction and Best Dialogue (both Bhardwaj). At the 60th Filmfare Awards. Worldwide Gross : 79,16,67,500 INR Haider became the 5th highest rated crime drama of all time.( According to IMDb, with rating of 8.0/10)

5. About Director Vishal Bhardwaj is a versatile Indian filmmaker, renowned for his multifaceted talents as a director, screenwriter, producer, music composer, and playback singer. Vishal Bhardwaj has masterfully crafted notable film adaptations :Maqbool (2003) from Macbeth, Omkara (2006) from Othello, and Haider (2014) from Hamlet. Vishal Bhardwaj's unparalleled ability to infuse Shakespearean themes with a distinct Indian essence sets his adaptations apart from the rest.

6. Major Caste Actor Role Based on Shahid Kapoor Haider Meer Prince Hamlet Tabu Ghazala Meer (Haider's Mother) Gertrude Kay Kay Menon Khurram Meer (Haider's Paternal Uncle) Claudius Shraddha Kapoor Arshia Lone Ophelia Irrfan Khan Roohdaar Ghost Narendra Jha Dr. Hilaal Meer (Haider's Father) King Hamlet

7. Contrast Setting: - "Hamlet" is set in the original Danish kingdom of Elsinore. - "Haider" is set in Kashmir, India, during a period of insurgency Ghost Representation: - "Hamlet" features a traditional spectral ghost. - "Haider" personifies the ghost as "Ruhdar" played by Irrfan Khan, adding a realistic touch to the supernatural element.

8. . Cultural Context: - "Hamlet" follows the traditional Elizabethan culture and politics. - "Haider" incorporates the modern socio-political context of Kashmir and the impact of insurgency. Themes: - "Hamlet" explores universal themes of revenge, madness, and morality. - "Haider" delves into the themes of insurgency, militarization, and political conflict, adding a layer of socio-political relevance.

9. Music and Cinematography: - "Haider" incorporates music and cinematography that reflect the Kashmiri culture, enhancing the local flavor of the adaptation. Overall, while both "Hamlet" and "Haider" share a common source material, they diverge significantly in setting, cultural context, and thematic exploration, adapting the story to different times and places.

10. Distinctive Beginnings: Contrasting Haider and Hamlet "Hamlet" opens in the grandeur of the Danish royal court, where the late King Hamlet's ghost appears to guards, setting the stage for the kingdom's political intrigue. "Haider" begins with the backdrop of the Kashmir conflict, showing the political turmoil and military presence in the region.(In the film "Haider," the character of Haider's father, Dr. Hilal Meer, is assassinated due to suspicions of aiding a militant . )

11. Distinctive Climax: Contrasting Haider and Hamlet Haider survives in the end, in contrast to Hamlet's tragic fate. The endings reflect Vishal Bhardwaj's adaptation, providing a distinct narrative and thematic outcome. "Haider" offers a more optimistic ending compared to the high body count and tragic resolution in "Hamlet."

12. Conclusion "Haider" skillfully reimagines "Hamlet" within the volatile landscape of Kashmir, resulting in a more optimistic ending with Haider's survival, distinct from the tragedy that befalls Hamlet. The adaptation showcases Vishal Bhardwaj's ability to infuse timeless themes with a contemporary and regional perspective.

13. Citation "Haider – Movie – Box Office India". www.boxofficeindia.com . Accessed on 18 October 2023. Bollywood review- Shahid Kapoor lends a menacing agony to the sinful ‘Haider’, Accessed on 18 October 2023 at the Emirates 24/7 . - Click here to visit ( Elaborate meaning of “Chutzpah” )