Shirin Farhad
Jun 12, 1931
Director
J.J. MadanOverview
India's second sound film beautifully narrates the ancient Persian love story of Shirin and Farhad from Nizami Ganjavi's Shahnameh. Farhad, a gifted sculptor, falls deeply in love with Queen Shirin. King Khusro, wishing to keep them apart, tasks Farhad with an impossible feat: demolishing the mighty Besutun mountain on his own. Despite the immense challenge, Farhad's unwavering love drives him. The film concludes with their poignant union in death, as Shirin's tomb miraculously opens to receive him.
Cast of Shirin Farhad
Crew of Shirin Farhad
About Shirin Farhad
What is Shirin Farhad about?
India's second sound film beautifully narrates the ancient Persian love story of Shirin and Farhad from Nizami Ganjavi's Shahnameh. Farhad, a gifted sculptor, falls deeply in love with Queen Shirin. King Khusro, wishing to keep them apart, tasks Farhad with an impossible feat: demolishing the mighty Besutun mountain on his own. Despite the immense challenge, Farhad's unwavering love drives him…
When was Shirin Farhad released?
Shirin Farhad was released on June 12, 1931.
Who directed Shirin Farhad?
Shirin Farhad was directed by J.J. Madan.
Who is in the cast of Shirin Farhad?
The cast of Shirin Farhad includes Nissar (Farhad (as Master Nissar)) and Jahanara Kajjan (Shirin).