Huma Qureshi, known for her versatile acting skills, is set to play the role of the famous chef Tarla Dalal in the much-anticipated biopic ‘Tarla.’ Interestingly, She hails from a family with a strong passion for food and drink. Her father, who opened the renowned restaurant ‘Salim’ in 1977, is renowned for his delectable non-vegetarian dishes.
An Inspired Creation: ‘Batata Musallam’
Drawing inspiration from the upcoming biopic, Huma’s father has introduced a new special veg dish called ‘Batata Musallam’ at ‘Salim.’ This dish showcases the blend of flavors and creativity, paying homage to Tarla Dalal’s culinary journey.
A Tribute to Tarla Dalal’s Veg Creations
Tarla Dalal, renowned for her expertise in transforming popular non-vegetarian dishes into vegetarian delights, left an indelible mark on Indian cuisine. One of her famous creations was ‘Batata Musallam,’ a vegetarian version of Murgh Musallam. While the gravy remained the same, Tarla Dalal added potatoes instead of chicken to create this flavorful dish. Huma Qureshi, while promoting the film in Delhi, visited her father’s restaurant along with co-star Sharib Hashmi to relish the delicious Batata Musallam.
‘Tarla’: A Biopic Celebrating Culinary Excellence
‘Tarla’ is a highly anticipated biopic that chronicles the life of Tarla Dalal, an iconic home chef and the first woman in India to own a cookbook, host her own cookery show, and receive the prestigious Padma Shri award for her contributions to the culinary world. The film highlights Tarla Dalal’s remarkable achievements and her significant influence on Indian cooking. Huma Qureshi’s powerful portrayal of the culinary maestro is eagerly awaited by fans.
Premiere and Release Date
‘Tarla’ will premiere on ZEE5 on July 7, marking an important milestone in Huma Qureshi’s career. Audiences are excited to witness her transformative performance, showcasing the inspiring journey of Tarla Dalal, a trailblazer in the field of cooking.