'THE BLACK PRINCE' MOVIE
ON THE LAST KING OF PUNJAB
If you thought The Viceroy's House will be the only period set movie we will watch this year with the story going on in India, you were wrong: here's another one! Ready to open up in 
cinemas in USA, Canada, Australia, India and UK July 21st is THE BLACK PRINCE, a movie based on the true story of the last King of Punjab, one of the most powerful and
prosperous Kingdoms of the 19th century before it was ruthlessly annexed by Britain!
cinemas in USA, Canada, Australia, India and UK July 21st is THE BLACK PRINCE, a movie based on the true story of the last King of Punjab, one of the most powerful and
prosperous Kingdoms of the 19th century before it was ruthlessly annexed by Britain!
THE BLACK PRINCE is a story of Queen Victoria (Amanda Root) and the
Last King of Punjab, Maharajah Duleep Singh (Satinder Sartaaj). His
character as it evolves, torn between two cultures and facing constant
dilemmas as a result. His relationship with Queen Victoria will be the
most impactful
relationship in the film, the Queen representing the
English culture he was drawn into. The Black Prince begins a lifelong
struggle to regain his Kingdom. It takes him on an extraordinary journey
across the world.
relationship in the film, the Queen representing the
English culture he was drawn into. The Black Prince begins a lifelong
struggle to regain his Kingdom. It takes him on an extraordinary journey
across the world.
THE TRAGIC MAHARAJAH
Produced by Brillstein Entertainment (12 Years A Slave), THE BLACK PRINCE, was written and directed by Kavi Raz carefully capturing the tragic, yet fascinating true story and legacy of Maharajah Duleep Singh, providing a visual narrative of one of India’s most noble kings, and his fragile relationship with, Queen Victoria, who was Godmother to his children. Jason Flemyng also stars as Dr. Login, his foster parent!
DEZZY'S HISTORY LESSON
The King, Maharajah Duleep Singh, was placed on the throne at the age of five only to be robbed of his throne by a bloody treason at the hands of trusted courtiers. He was then torn from his mother and
taken
to
England
by
the
British
at
age
fifteen.
While
in
England,
he
was
introduced
to
Queen
Victoria,
who
took
an
immediate
liking
to
him,
calling
him THE BLACK PRINCE.
He
was
indoctrinated
into
Christianity
and baptised,
changing
his
life
forever! Maharajah
Duleep
Singh
died
in
1893
at
the
age
of
55
years,
a
lonely
pauper
in
a
hotel
in
Paris! The movie will also mention the historically significant and
priceless Kohinoor diamond, which was purportedly
gifted by a
young 13
year old Maharajah to Queen Victoria in a ceremony held in 1850, at
Buckingham Palace, London. His life story filled with faith later on
inspired India's fight for independence!
The King, Maharajah Duleep Singh, was placed on the throne at the age of five only to be robbed of his throne by a bloody treason at the hands of trusted courtiers. He was then torn from his mother and
taken
to
England
by
the
British
at
age
fifteen.
While
in
England,
he
was
introduced
to
Queen
Victoria,
who
took
an
immediate
liking
to
him,
calling
him THE BLACK PRINCE.
He
was
indoctrinated
into
Christianity
and baptised,
changing
his
life
forever! Maharajah
Duleep
Singh
died
in
1893
at
the
age
of
55
years,
a
lonely
pauper
in
a
hotel
in
Paris! The movie will also mention the historically significant and
priceless Kohinoor diamond, which was purportedly
gifted by a
young 13
year old Maharajah to Queen Victoria in a ceremony held in 1850, at
Buckingham Palace, London. His life story filled with faith later on
inspired India's fight for independence!
The Black Prince looks like a good film. I'll have to check that one out.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you will like it!
DeleteI agree with Sherry. Will be sure to check this one out. Very interesting story!
ReplyDeletewe do love India set stories, be sure not to miss Josh Hartnett's THE LOVERS, that one was amazing
Delete...robbed of his throne by a bloody treason.... Why am I not surprised? So why was he called The Black Prince?
ReplyDeletebecause Vickie was a racist, among many other vile things, naturally
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