Anwar meets Bollywood director Akbar Khan at 'Taj Mahal' film preview
Anwar spent about 30 minutes watching the preview of the epic film, which tells the timeless love story of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, leading to the construction of the iconic Taj Mahal monument in Agra, India.
The large-scale production by Akbar Khan features original filming locations in India and cinematography that highlights the beauty of Mughal architecture, with a cast of Bollywood stars that included Kabir Bedi, Zulfikar Sayed, Manisha Koirala, Arbaaz Khan and Sonya Jehan.
The work also explores themes of sacrifice, true love and cultural heritage, serving as a tribute to one of the Unesco-recognised wonders of the world.
Released in 2005, Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story was once considered among the most expensive Bollywood productions of its time and was marketed as a project showcasing India's rich history and architecture to the world.
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