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Omkara to Haider: 7 Bollywood films inspired by Shakesperean Dramas

Discover how Bollywood infuses the charm of Shakespeare's tales into its films! Explore seven captivating adaptations blending classic drama with vibrant Indian storytelling

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Omkara

Adaptation by Vishal Bhardwaj, Omkara is based on Othello. Set in rural India, the film features Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Vivek Oberoi in pivotal roles

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Haider

Also directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, 'Haider' is an adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet.' It explores the Kashmir conflict against the backdrop of the original story

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Ram-Leela

Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ram-Leela is a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. The film stars Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone in lead roles

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Maqbool

Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, Maqbool is based on Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth. The film stars Irrfan Khan, Tabu, and Pankaj Kapur in lead roles

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Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak

Directed by Mansoor Khan, this classic romantic film draws inspiration from Romeo and Juliet. It launched the careers of Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla

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Issaq

A loose adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Issaq is set in Varanasi. Starring Prateik Babbar and Amyra Dastur, the film explores the feud between two families

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Angoor

Directed by Gulzar, 'Angoor' is a comedy film based on Shakespeare's play "The Comedy of Errors." It stars Sanjeev Kumar and Deven Verma

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