This film was a rare joint venture. It was directed by Indian director Umesh Mehra and Soviet director Latif Faiziyev. They combined Indian storytelling with Soviet filmmaking techniques.
The film is based on the classic tale from the Arabian Nights , set in the fictional town of . The storyline expands upon the original folklore to include elements of political intrigue and personal vendettas:
In the realm of Indian cinema, there exist a few films that have transcended time, captivating audiences across generations. One such classic is the 1980 Bollywood film, "Alibaba Aur 40 Chor," directed by Kedar Kapoor and produced by the renowned filmmaker, Mohan Kumar. This iconic movie is an adaptation of the ancient Persian folk tale "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves," which has been retold and reinterpreted in various forms of media worldwide.
This film was a rare joint venture. It was directed by Indian director Umesh Mehra and Soviet director Latif Faiziyev. They combined Indian storytelling with Soviet filmmaking techniques.
The film is based on the classic tale from the Arabian Nights , set in the fictional town of . The storyline expands upon the original folklore to include elements of political intrigue and personal vendettas:
In the realm of Indian cinema, there exist a few films that have transcended time, captivating audiences across generations. One such classic is the 1980 Bollywood film, "Alibaba Aur 40 Chor," directed by Kedar Kapoor and produced by the renowned filmmaker, Mohan Kumar. This iconic movie is an adaptation of the ancient Persian folk tale "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves," which has been retold and reinterpreted in various forms of media worldwide.
