Tribute to Asha Bhosle - Umrao Jaan

Synopsis

Based on Mirza Hadi Ruswa's 1899 Urdu novel “Umrao Jaan Ada”. After her father testifies against a corrupt cop in Faizabad, young Amiran is kidnapped and sold to Khanum Jaan's brothel in Lucknow. There, she is rechristened Umrao Jaan and trained in the arts of poetry, music, and dance, eventually rising to become a legendary courtesan. Beloved by aristocrats and patrons, she finds true love with the nobleman Nawab Sultan, only to have her heart shattered by societal pressures and personal betrayals. Asha Bhosle won her first National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for the song  "Dil Cheez Kya Hai" from the film.