Mumbai, June 19 -- Just imagine watching the ethereal and the gorgeous diva Rekha on the big screen, swaying to "In aankhon ki masti ke, mastaane hazaaron hain." with whistles echoing through the theatre. That dream is about to come true, as the iconic Umrao Jaan is all set for a grand comeback to cinemas 44 years after its original release.

The re-release trend in India is gaining serious momentum, and this time, it's going to another level with one of the most celebrated films of Indian cinema. Umrao Jaan, starring Rekha, has been restored in stunning 4K by the National Film Archive of India (NFAI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC).

Announcing the news on Instagram, PVR Inox wrote, "A story of elegance, love, and ti...