An international advertising campaign has been designed for Akbar Khan’s Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story for its first overseas release, rolling out one country at a time. The journey began with an exclusive private screening in Kuala Lumpur in honor of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar bin Ibrahim on August 11, 2025.
This special event was attended by high commissioners, ambassadors, cultural leaders, distinguished dignitaries and ministers from the Malaysian government.
Afterwards, the Ambassador of India to Indonesia, His Excellency Sandeep Chakravorty, will host a private screening. This special screening is scheduled for December 13, 2025 in Jakarta and will be attended by high commissioners, ambassadors, cultural leaders, distinguished dignitaries and ministers from the Indonesian government.
Continuing this strategy, the Jakarta screening follows the highly acclaimed event in Kuala Lumpur, which received notable acclaim and created palpable excitement among Malaysian audiences awaiting the official release. The screening in Indonesia marks another important milestone in the film’s global journey.
His Excellency Mr. Sandeep Chakravorty, the Honorable Ambassador of India to Indonesia, has taken a profound initiative anchored in the belief that the Taj Mahal is the world’s eternal symbol of undying love, harmony and peace. These values transcend borders and unite humanity. Through this cultural endeavor, His Excellency aims to strengthen the warmth, synergy and shared heritage between nations and enrich the exchange of art, history, architecture and collective goodwill.
A major commercial rollout will follow, starting with the World Gala Premiere in Kuala Lumpur on February 6, 2026. The film will hit Indonesian cinemas on February 13, 2026, in time for Valentine’s Week, and will be distributed by Indonesia’s most prestigious distribution company, PT Omega Film, known for its collaborations with global cinema giants and its track record in releasing acclaimed Hollywood blockbusters.
Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story, directed, produced and written by Akbar Khan, is a historical epic and a lavish production that he directed. It is a stirring cinematic masterpiece that brings to life the unforgettable bond between Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, whose love inspired the creation of the Taj Mahal. With majesty, emotion, loyalty, sacrifice and breathtaking images, the film captures one of the greatest love stories known to mankind.
