The Chess Players

शतरंज के खिलाड़ी

“Satyajit Ray's First Hindi feature Film”

In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.

Director

Satyajit Ray

Screenplay

Satyajit Ray

Screenplay

Munshi Premchand

Music

Satyajit Ray

Status

Released

Release date

02/10/1977

Original language

Hindi