Mirza Ghalib complete story 1/2 part 1

The video titled "Mirza Ghalib (1988) Complete TV Series 1/2" contains the entire first half of the critically acclaimed 1988 Doordarshan series dedicated to the life of the great Urdu and Persian poet, Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib (1797–1869).

The total length of this part of the series is 5 hours, 22 minutes, and 10 seconds.

General Description (Part 1/2)

This first half of the series is dedicated to the early and middle years of the poet's life, focusing on:

1. Early Life and Marriage: It covers Ghalib's childhood, his youth, and his marriage to Umrao Begum (played by Tanvi Azmi), and the dynamics of their relationship.

2. Move to Delhi and Struggle: The episodes trace Ghalib's move to the sophisticated cultural hub of Old Delhi, his initial financial difficulties, and his persistent struggle to establish himself as a respected poet in the royal court, often facing rival poets.

3. Poetic Development: The video explores the genesis of Ghalib's unique and complex style of poetry (Ghazals) and his profound contributions to both Urdu and Persian literature.

4. Mughal Backdrop: The narrative is set against the cultural and historical environment of the declining Mughal Empire in the early 19th century.

Key Details of the Series

• Directed and Written by: Gulzar

• Starring: Naseeruddin Shah (as Mirza Ghalib)

• Music: The series is famous for its ghazals, composed and sung by Jagjit Singh and Chitra Singh, breathing new life into Ghalib's poetry.

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