Gulzar's Aandhi: Insights into the Film

Gulzar's Aandhi: Insights into the Film

Author: Saba Mahmood Bashir

ISBN: 978-9353025083

Price: Rs. 284.05 • ✓ 100% Genuine Publisher Edition

Book Overview

At one level, Gulzar's Aandhi (1975) is a story of estranged love between two headstrong and individualistic personalities; at another, it is a tongue-in-cheek comment on the political scenario of the country. Through a close textual analysis of the film, this book examines in detail its stellar cast, the language and dialogues, and the evergreen songs which had a major role in making the film a commercial success. Gulzar's own insights into the making of Aandhi (from an interview) further enhances the readers' understanding of the film. Saba Bashir's book will delight those wanting to savour the duality and drama that befit life, or shall we say, cinema.

Browse this title within our Children's Books collection. Edition details: Images in this review, English, 144 pages. Reference ISBN: 978-9353025083.

About the Author

Saba Mahmood Bashir is a poet, author and a translator. Her first book was a collection of poems, Memory Past (2006) brought out by Writers' Workshop. She has also authored I Swallowed the Moon: The Poetry of Gulzar (HarperCollins India, 2013) and translated Gulzar's screenplays of Premchand's Godaan and Nirmala and Other Stories. Her forthcoming book is a translation of selected short stories by Manto.

Book Specifications & Quick Facts

Reading Level
Ages 6–10 / Early Readers
Language & Format
English • Images in this review
ISBN Reference
978-9353025083
Publisher
HarperCollins India
Pan-India Delivery
Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India

What is this book about?

At one level, Gulzar's Aandhi (1975) is a story of estranged love between two headstrong and individualistic personalities; at another, it is a tongue-in-cheek comment on the political scenario of the country. Through a close textual analysis of the film, this book examines in detail its stellar...

Who should read this book?

Ideal for young readers, parents, and elementary school students looking for an engaging, humor-filled adventure that builds reading confidence and vocabulary.

Why Readers Pick This Edition

  • If you love cinema that lingers long after the credits roll, this book is for you. You get a close, thoughtful reading of Aandhi that unpacks its layered romance, subtle politics, unforgettable music, and iconic performances. Gulzar’s own reflections add rare behind-the-scenes depth, helping you see the film with fresh eyes. Pocket-friendly yet rich in insight, it’s perfect for film students, Bollywood lovers, or anyone who enjoys revisiting classics with a deeper emotional and intellectual connection.
  • Published by HarperCollins India.
  • Language: English.
  • Page count: 144.

Catalog Description

At one level, Gulzar's Aandhi (1975) is a story of estranged love between two headstrong and individualistic personalities; at another, it is a tongue-in-cheek comment on the political scenario of the country. Through a close textual analysis of the film, this book examines in detail its stellar cast, the language and dialogues, and the evergreen songs which had a major role in making the film a commercial success. Gulzar's own insights into the making of Aandhi (from an interview) further enhances the readers' understanding of the film. Saba Bashir's book will delight those wanting to savour the duality and drama that befit life, or shall we say, cinema.

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