Riz Ahmed on why his 'fresh' adaptation of Hamlet speaks to our 'unfair' times
February 1, 2026
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as posted by the channelActor Riz Ahmed is transporting Hamlet into the 21st century, giving the Shakespearean classic a modern twist.
He plays the prince seeking to avenge his father's murder in an elite South Asian community in London.
Sky's entertainment correspondent Katie Spencer sat down with Ahmed and director Aneil Karia ahead of the film’s release.
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