Movie · 1980
Is Alibaba Aur 40 Chor based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Alibaba Aur 40 Chor is based on the book Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves by Hanna Diyab and Antoine Galland (1709).
The movie was released in 1980.
The book behind Alibaba Aur 40 Chor
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
by Hanna Diyab and Antoine Galland · first published 1709
18th century retelling of the folk tale by Hanna Diyab, put down in French by Antoine Galland.
Other adaptations of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
- Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (film, 1944)
Common questions
Is Alibaba Aur 40 Chor based on a book?
Yes. Alibaba Aur 40 Chor is based on the book Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves by Hanna Diyab and Antoine Galland (1709).
Who wrote the book Alibaba Aur 40 Chor is based on?
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves was written by Hanna Diyab and Antoine Galland and first published in 1709.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.