Mumbai, Aug. 13 -- Women in Film India (WIF India) is set to host special screenings of acclaimed filmmaker Aneil Karia's Hamlet, starring Riz Ahmed as Hamlet and celebrated Indian actor Sheeba Chaddha as Gertrude. The screenings, taking place in Mumbai, will also mark the launch of WIF India's new Exhibition programme, in partnership with Soho House.

A bold contemporary reimagining of William Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, the film reunites Karia with Academy Award-winning actor Riz Ahmed following their Oscar-winning collaboration The Long Goodbye.

Speaking about bringing the film to India, Riz Ahmed said, "It means the world to share this with audiences in India. Adaptations like Omkara, Maqbool, and Haider have inspired me for a lo...