Review of Maqbool (2003) by Srinjoy C — 19 Jan 2009

Easily one of India's best movies of all time.

This review of Maqbool (2003) was written by Srinjoy C on 19 Jan 2009.

Maqbool has generally received very positive reviews.

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I love the haunt that keeps lurking in and out of the movie- very dark…

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By Mickin M (1) on 19 Feb 2008

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By Meniecia F (3) on 14 Sep 2007

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By Aziz V (18) on 23 Dec 2011

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By Laura M (849) on 12 Dec 2015

Maybe more like 3.5. I really enjoyed this movie. It was an interesting adaptation of Macbeth…

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By Brock B (91) on 07 Dec 2010

In Maqbool, things are looking up for Miyan Maqbool(Irrfan Khan), a henchman of Abbaji(Pankaj Kapur), a crime lord in Mumbai, after he helps…

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By Purva P (6) on 22 Mar 2010

This is one of the most beautiful films I have ever seen. Every second of it, I just loved so much…

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By Jennifer W (491) on 18 Nov 2008

I think this was my first Indian film to watch. Damned good acting from everyone, and an interesting take on the Scottish play…

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By Atman T (1) on 12 Jan 2010

Just saw the movie...classic movie..and one dialogue is there in my mind..shakti ka santoolan banana bahoot zaroori hai..aag ko paani kaa dar…

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