Haatim Tai

Haatim Tai

Year: 1990

Runtime: 140 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Babubhai Mistri

DramaRomanceFantasy

Hatim Tai, a generous and wise chief, discovers a local girl cursed so any husband dies. To lift the curse, he undertakes seven perilous quests, each teaching a moral lesson. Completing them also frees a fairy turned to stone. Joined by his friend Satish Shah, Hatim faces adventure and danger to break the spell forever.

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Timeline – Haatim Tai (1990)

Trace every key event in Haatim Tai (1990) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Birth of Hatim al-Tai

A baby boy is born into the royal household of a wealthy Arab king, destined to grow into a generous and humble prince named Hatim al-Tai. The birth signals the start of a life that will be defined by charity and compassion. The royal family watches him as he grows into a figure beloved by the people.

Past Royal household
2

Hatim's generosity as prince

As Hatim comes of age, he becomes famous for distributing gold to the poor in his city. His acts of mercy earn him admiration and establish his reputation as a benevolent leader.

Present Hatim's city
3

Mariam seeks Hatim's help

Mariam arrives at Hatim's doorstep to ask for help in marrying the man she loves, Munir. She explains that her father will not permit the marriage, prompting Hatim to wonder about the reasons behind the restriction.

Present Hatim's doorstep
4

The confrontation at Mariam's palace

Hatim, Nazrul, Mariam, and Munir go to Mariam's palace to press the King for an explanation. The King reveals a troubling backstory that explains why Mariam cannot wed anyone.

Present Mariam's palace
5

The curse and the seven questions

The tale reveals a fairy named Gulnar Pari who entered the royal room and was nearly assaulted. In the struggle, she curses the king that Mariam will turn to stone and any future husband will die on the wedding night. Before leaving, she bequeaths seven questions that must be answered to lift both curses.

Past King's luxurious room
6

The statue and Hatim's vow

The King shows a beautiful stone statue of Gulnar Pari, frozen as the curse begins to take hold. Hatim vows to seek answers to the seven questions and, with Nazrul by his side, to travel far and wide to break the curse.

Present Royal palace
7

The quest begins

Hatim and Nazrul depart on a perilous journey across distant lands to seek the seven answers. Each clue tests their courage and wit as they push beyond known borders.

Present Across distant lands
8

First answers and partial revival

With the first question solved, a fragment of Gulnar Pari returns to life, signaling progress and giving hope to Hatim. The journey is filled with dangers and lessons, underscoring that the quests demand more than bravery.

Present On the road
9

Meeting Pari Bano

On the path of the quest, Hatim encounters Pari Bano, Gulnar Pari's twin sister. She resembles Gulnar Pari and expresses gratitude for Hatim's help. They fall in love, and Pari Bano joins Hatim and Nazrul to complete the remaining tasks.

Present
10

Completing the seven questions

With each question answered, more of Gulnar Pari returns to life and the path to freeing Mariam becomes clearer. Hatim's courage, aided by Pari Bano, ensures they complete all seven challenges.

Present
11

Kamlaq the Magician

In the final quest, Hatim confronts Kamlaq, the Magician, whose chant Jinn Jinn Jinn du Jinn daara marks the climactic hurdle. The magician tests Hatim's resolve as the last barrier to breaking the curses.

Present
12

Curses lifted and weddings planned

Gulnar Pari is fully revived and Mariam's curse is lifted, allowing Hatim, Pari Bano, Mariam, and Munir to celebrate and begin planning their weddings. Harmony returns to the royal world as the couples prepare their futures.

Present Royal wedding halls

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