Hatim Tai (1956)

Director: Homi Wadia

The film is about Hatim Tai (Hatim of Tayy), a merchant and poet who was known for his charity and kindness. In this Arabian Nights style fantasy Hatim Tai, referred to as Shehzada (Prince) from Yemen, undertakes a perilous journey in order to save a young fairy turned to stone. He can do this by answering seven questions posed to him on the way.

Cast

P. Jairaj

Hatim Tai

Shakila

Gulnar Pari / Husna Pari

Krishna Kumari

Gul Badan

S.N. Tripathi

Shah Parizad

B.M. Vyas

Kamlak

Sheikh

Nazroo Dhobi

Vasantrao

Giant of Mt. Needa