New Delhi, June 26 -- Umrao Jaan, the period film directed by auteur Muzaffar Ali, in 1981 introduced Indian audiences to the life and times of courtesan and poetess, Umrao Jaan. Based on the 1899 novel, Umrao Jaan Ada, by Mirza Adi Ruswa, the film had actor Rekha portray the protagonist's role with poignancy and depth, winning her a National Award along the way. Besides the phenomenal acting of its ensemble cast that included Farooq Shaikh, Naseeruddin Shah and Raj Babbar, the film's songs composed by Khayyam earned a cult following that continues till date. And then there were the clothes. Designed by Subhashini Ali, the costumes were regal and reminiscent of Lucknow's rich past. In a note penned on social media, Muzaffar Ali writes, "T...