As a special tribute to the legendary filmmaker Guru Dutt’s 100th birth anniversary this year, Ultra Media & Entertainment Group is unveiling the fully restored versions of Guru Dutt’s timeless classics at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.
Restored gems of Guru Dutt like Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Chaudhvin Ka Chand, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam & others are being presented at the Cannes as a celebration of Indian creativity, its past, present & future and a step toward honoring and restoring the films and showcasing them to global audiences.
Cannes is not the only place where the legendary Guru Dutt is being celebrated. As part of his 100th Birth anniversary Celebrations, Ultra is paying a month-long tribute to him across India in July 2025. His fully restored films will be re-released in theatres all over India. Besides the re-released films, there will be curated exhibitions & engaging panel discussions on Guru Dutt’s timeless legacy by other prominent filmmakers. This initiative is not just a celebration of his unparalleled artistry, but a way to reconnect new generations with the rich emotional and cultural heritage he created.
The future of storytelling lies in embracing both heritage and innovation. This is a celebration of Indian creativity, its past, present & future & a step towards inspiring global audiences. Through a meticulous frame-by-frame 4K/2K manual restoration process, using industry-leading software like Diamant, PF Clean, Revival, etc. Ultra has revitalized these old classics for future generations. This initiative is a part of the Company’s broader commitment to preserve India’s cinematic heritage and share it with the world.
The Company also has Colourised Indian classics like Chori Chori, Paigham (Dilip Kumar), Insaniyat (Only film starring Dev Anand and Dilip Kumar together) using their own proprietary technologies. Film restoration and preservation are not just about technology; they are about respect for storytellers, audiences & 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.
