'Namak Halaal' to re-release on big screen

NEW DELHI: Cult classic Amitabh Bachchan starrer 'Namak Halaal' is being re-released on the big screen to mark its 35th anniversary. Theater-on-demand service associate VKAAO and Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd have joined hands to re- release the movie in theaters across India, read a statement. The movie has been restored for an enhanced watching experience and a special screening will take place on May 21. Viewers can also book a private screening of the movie through VKAAO, at a theater of their choice. Directed by Prakash Mehra, 'Namak Halaal' also features Shashi Kapoor, Smita Patil, Parveen Babi and Waheeda Rehman. "We are overwhelmed and excited to re-release the film 'Namak Halaal' on the big screen under our sub brand - Shemaroo ShowTime. It has been conceived to re-release/screen iconic movies from our vast library, thereby emoting nostalgic feeling in the audience," Hiren Gada, Director at Shemaroo Entertainment Ltd added. 'Namak Halaal' traces the journey of a country bumpkin, who finds a job in a hotel only to realise that he must thwart a murder plot against the owner.