Sonam Kapoor Instagram – What does it feel like to introduce not just a new genre of cinema in your first film, but to also bring into the spotlight talents like Madhubala and Lata Mangeshkar? Kamal Amrohi must know just that feeling. His first film, Mahal, that released in 1949, brought to India’s attention Madhubala’s transcendent beauty and Lata Mangeshkar’s indomitable talent. Hailed as India’s first supernatural thriller, the movie piques my interest for its opulence, music and eerie cinematography. Revisiting the movie in current times sure makes it not seem super scary, but what a legacy to have. To be able to bring to life a story of reincarnation, love and eternal beauty, tied together beautifully with haunting music, all at the same time? Gosh… the thought of it gives me goosebumps. Have you seen this movie, or heard the evergreen songs from the film? Which is the oldest horror movie you have seen? I would love to read your comments and suggestions. Leave them below! #StrokesOfSubstance #Mahal #IndiasFirstHorrorFilm #Cinephile #LataMangeshkar #Madhubala #KamalAmrohi #HorrorFilms #Halloween #Mahal #HistoryOfBollywood #Cinephile #BimalRoy #Classics #IndianCinema #Arte #IndianCinema #CultClassic #KamalAmrohi