Looking back: Kamal Amrohi’s cinematic masterpiece “Pakeeza” transcended borders
Legendary filmmaker Kamal Amrohi’s cinematic directorial Pakeezah released in 1972 is masterpiece that truly transcended borders, largely due to its cult status as a “Muslim Social” genre film, its opulent depiction of North Indian/Lucknowi culture, and the poignant, real-life story of its star, Meena Kumari. “Pakeezah” resonated intensely in Pakistan and among South Asian audiences…

