Guru Dutt’s centenary to be celebrated with iconic films

The Mumbai-based Ultra Media and Entertainment will curate a retrospective of Guru Dutt’s timeless classics in theatres across India from August 8-10, 2025.

Mumbai: As part of the centenary celebrations of legendary filmmaker Guru Dutt, cinema lovers across India are in for a special treat.

With iconic films like Pyaasa, Aar Paar, Chaudhvin Ka Chand, Mr. & Mrs. 55, and Baaz, the birth centenary would be celebrated.

Guru Dutt (July 9, 1925 – October 10, 1964) - an actor, director, producer, choreographer and writer, is regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of Indian cinema.

The Mumbai-based Ultra Media and Entertainment will curate a retrospective of Guru Dutt’s timeless classics in theatres across India from 8-10 August, 2025.

This will provide the new generation with an opportunity to experience his cinematic brilliance on the big screen.

The meticulous restoration of Pyaasa and his other films has been undertaken by National Film Development Corporation Ltd (NFDC)-National Film Archives of India (NFAI), hence preserving their lyrical beauty and soulful storytelling for years to come.

“Guru Dutt’s films are timeless masterpieces that have influenced generations of filmmakers and audiences alike. We are honoured to present his classics in restored versions so that both devoted fans and new audiences can relive the magic on the big screen,” said Sushilkumar Agrawal, MD & CEO, Ultra Media and Entertainment Pvt Ltd, who holds the rights to these films.

“Restoring Guru Dutt’s films goes far beyond reviving old reels. It's about safeguarding a priceless legacy that defines the soul of Indian cinema. These films are restored as part of the National Film Heritage Mission, an initiative by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, ensuring that Guru Dutt’s timeless vision continues to resonate with audiences, now and for years to come,” added Prakash Magdum, MD, NFDC.

This centenary retrospective, diligently curated by Ultra Media, is a tribute to the maestro and promises to be a rare opportunity for cinephiles to revisit the timeless vision and poetic storytelling that made Guru Dutt one of Indian cinema’s greatest legends.

Film restoration and preservation are not just about technology; they are about respect for storytellers, audiences and cultural legacy. By combining state-of-the-art tools with deep passion, they are making India’s rich creative history accessible to every corner of the world.