A silent film adaptation of the popular, yet legendary, tragic romance between Mughal Prince Salim (the future Emperor Jahangir) and the courtesan Anarkali. Their forbidden love incurs Emperor Akbar's wrath, leading to Anarkali's legendary punishment of being walled up alive. This pioneering film is considered lost.
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R.S. Choudhury Director
Narayan Vijay Thakur Screenplay
Adi M. Irani Cinematography
Narayan Vijay Thakur Story
The Monument of Tears Trailer
India 14 July 1928
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Artwork, screen shots, trailers and other imagery is © 1928 Imperial Film Company.
