The return of Gulzar to Harshvardhan’s debut: 5 reasons Mirzya is a must watch

From Aks to Rang De Basanti to Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Mehra has developed a narrative technique that plays back and forth in time. Mirzya is likely to be the next in the line as it is based on the folklore of Mirza-Sahibaan.

You need to sit straight and take notice when Gulzar announces his return to screenplay writing after a gap of 17 years. His last film as screenwriter was Hu Tu Tu (1999). He has picked up the pen once again for director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Mirzya.

Mirzya marks the debut of Harshvardhan Kapoor and Saiyami Kher in Bollywood.

From Aks to Rang De Basanti to Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Mehra has developed a narrative technique that moves back and forth in time. Mirzya is likely to be the next in line as it is based on the Mirza-Sahibaan folk tale.

Debutants Harshvardhan Kapoor and Saiyami will be under the scanner for their performances in the film, but there is enough to look forward to in Mirzya. We have listed out 5 top reasons for you.

Watch: 5 reasons to watch Mirzya this Friday

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