Mithun Chakraborty, the veteran actor, is set to bring Rabindranath Tagore’s timeless short story “Kabuliwala” to the big screen. He will portray the role of Rahmat in the film, and the first look was recently unveiled. The movie will be directed by Suman Ghosh, who previously worked with Mithun in the Bengali film “Nobel Chor.” In the first look, Mithun is seen wearing a tunic shirt, pants, and a turban, representing the traditional Afghan attire.
Kabuliwala 2023 Movie Release Date
Kabuliwala will release in the theatres on Christmas 2023. The official release date of the film was announced via the Jio Studios YouTube channel.
Kabuliwala 2023 Movie Cast
Mithun Chakraborty will play the lead in Kabuliwala. No other details regarding the cast is known yet.
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Kabuliwala 2023 Movie Plot
Kabuliwala is a heartwarming tale set in the vibrant city of Kolkata in 1965. It revolves around the touching bond between Rahmat, a middle-aged Afghan man, and Mini, a young girl. This captivating story beautifully portrays the timeless theme of fatherly love, crossing borders and cultures, and touches the hearts of all who experience it.
Mithun Chakraborty expressed his thoughts on playing the role of Rahmat in Kabuliwala, saying that he expects it to be an emotionally profound journey. He believes that portraying the character’s unwavering affection and strong connection with Mini will evoke deep nostalgia and touch the hearts of audiences worldwide.
Director Suman Ghosh mentioned that their film, inspired by Tagore’s timeless creation, Kabuliwala, pays tribute to the 1957 Bengali adaptation, which deeply touched cinephiles with the remarkable performance by the esteemed actor Chhabi Biswas as the protagonist. Their cinematic effort aims to beautifully capture the essence of love and longing, as Rahmat finds comfort in the innocence of the young girl, reminding him of his own child whom he had to leave behind in his homeland.