Arrival of Mah . Jind (1911)

Part of India on Film: 1899 – 1947 This collection of newly digitised films is part of the BFI’s contribution to the UK-India Year of Culture 2017, in partnership with the British Council. View more films on BFI Player (UK only) The Maharajah of Jind, Sir Ranbir Bahadur Singh, looks resplendent in pale robes and turban as he disembarks from a train to inspect the guard of honour. There’s an element of suspense - deliberate or otherwise - to this Gaumont newsreel item, which keeps us waiting for nearly 60 of its 71 seconds before allowing us a glimpse of the royal personage. Subscribe: Watch more on the BFI Player: Follow us on Twitter: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Google : britishfilminstitute/