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Priyanka Chopra shares note as she regrets missing Rekha's Umrao Jaan re-release
Actor Priyanka Chopra shared a heartfelt note on social media as she expressed regret over missing the theatrical re-release of Rekha-starrer 'Umrao Jaan', which she described as her 'favourite movie'. The film is set to re-release on June posted a short clip from the film featuring Rekha, Farooque Shaikh, and Naseeruddin Shah, writing, 'So sad to miss out on supporting my favourite movie and actors. It's going to be a legendary night. Congratulations, Rekha ma'am, #RekhaMaam #NaseeruddinShah sir (sic).'advertisementTake a look at the post here:
The 1981 movie has been restored by the National Film Development Corporation-National Film Archive of India under the National Film Heritage in the 19th century, the film traces Amiran's (Rekha) arrival in a brothel in Lucknow and her relationships with three key characters played by Farooque Shaikh, Raj Babbar, and Naseeruddin from Mirza Hadi Ruswa's 1899 novel 'Umrao Jaan Adaa', the film received widespread acclaim for its layered storytelling, soulful music, and Rekha's powerful performance as Amiran, which earned her her first National Award. It also bagged National Awards for Best Music Direction, Best Art Direction, and Best Female Playback Singer, along with three Filmfare Priyanka will next be seen in 'Hedas of State' along with Idris Elba and John Cena. The actor also has 'Citadel 2' which was scheduled to release this year. Howeber, it has been postponed to a spring 2026 Watch
