Updated Aladdin Script
Updated Aladdin Script
Setting: Agrapattinam
Lochak & Lago (Jafar’s pet parrot - here played as two Aadhiyan
Aliens Vs astronauts (7 + 7)
Narrator 1: Long Long ago there lived a young lad called Aladdin who found a magic lamp
Scene cuts to Aladdin, Genie, Jasmine and Jafar (middle eastern music) – FREEZE FRAME
Narrator 2: Not again!…how many times will you tell the same story. I want something modern.
Narrator 3: I agree… let’s imagine a story where Aladdin lived now, maybe, In India!?
Narrator 5: If it turns out good, maybe we could use it for our school’s annual day?
(Flash forward music, Narrator’s looking in one direction as if they’re imagining… ffwd they move for the
next narration)
ACT 1
Act 1, Scene 1: Introductory Scene (Ali is getting ready for the day)
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ZEENAT: (Smiling) "Ali, are you ready for your first day at Agrabah Consultancy?"
ALI: (Grinning) "You bet, Mom! I can't believe they hired me as a hacker. It's the opportunity I've been
waiting for."
ZEENAT: (Touched) "I'm so proud of you, Ali. You've come a long way from your days as an influencer."
ALI: (Reflective) "Yeah, it's time for a fresh start. I want to use my skills for good now."
ZEENAT: "Take this, Ali. It's your first day; you need your energy."
(ZEENAT looks at her son with a mother's love and wishes him well.)
ZEENAT: (Emotional) "I know you will, my dear. You see, Allah has shown you the way. You are definitely
(They share a heartfelt moment, and ALI heads out the door, leaving behind his old life as a cyber thief.)
SONG
(The office at Agrabah Consultancy Services Ltd. ALI, dressed in business attire, walks into the office for
his first day. He spots Jasmine, who is working diligently at her desk.)
(After taking a moment to compose himself, ALI continues walking and heads to his desk, where ABU,
ABU: (Excited) "Ali! You're finally here. How's your first day going?"
ALI: (Still a bit awestruck) "It's going well, Abu. I just saw the most incredible person."
ALI: (Enthusiastic) "Her. (points at her) I couldn't take my eyes off her when I walked in."
ABU: (Amused) "Well, Ali, you're in luck. She's not just a colleague. She’s Jasmine. She's the CEO's
ALI: (Surprised) "Really? That's even more intriguing. I'd love to get to know her."
(ABU smirks and nudges ALI playfully.)
ABU: (Playful) "Well, my friend, if you're that taken with her, you should go introduce yourself. Who
(ALI considers it for a moment, then looks back at Jasmine with a determined expression.)
ALI: (Determined) "You're right, Abu. I'm going to talk to her and see where it goes."
(In the office, ALI is trying to work up the courage to approach Jasmine. He finally musters the
ALI: (Smirking) "When you fell from the cloud server, because you must be an angel hacker."
ALI: (Teasing) "And I noticed you're not using Linux. I'm guessing you're more of a Windows girl?"
(As they banter, ALI pulls out a flash drive from his pocket.)
ALI: (Grinning) "I have some top-secret files that need decrypting. Think you're up for the challenge?"
Jasmine: (Playing along) "I suppose I can make an exception for a fellow hacker in distress."
(They both share a laugh, and their playful exchange lightens the atmosphere in the office.)
ALI: (Sincerely) "But on a serious note, it's not every day you meet someone as intriguing as you,
Jasmine."
(ALI and Jasmine continue their playful conversation, getting to know each other better.)
3 hours later
ALI: (With a smile) "You know, Jasmine, I think we make a pretty good hacking team."
Jasmine: (With a mischievous grin) "I agree, Ali. But we should probably test our compatibility on
ALI: (Determined) "Jasmine, will you hack into my life and be my partner in code, my fellow explorer of
the digital world, and maybe, just maybe, my companion in the real world too? Will you marry me?"
(Jasmine is surprised and touched by the proposal. She takes the headset, pretending to inspect the
Jasmine: (Teasing) "Ali, this is all very sweet, but I have to know, are you rich enough for my father's
expectations? You know, he's the Chairman of this company, Mr. Raja, and he'll expect his daughter's
ALI: (Playing along) "Oh, absolutely! I've got a trove of bitcoins buried somewhere in the digital desert."
Jasmine: (Giggling) "Well, then, how can I refuse such a tempting offer?"
(In Jafar's spacious office at Agrabah Consultancy Services Ltd, Jafar, a calculating COO, is seated at
his desk, watching a live feed of the office on his computer. LOCHAK and MOCHAK, his henchmen,
LOCHAK: (Whispering) "Sir, look at that. Ali and Jasmine are getting quite close, aren't they?"
Jafar: (Quietly) "Ah, Ali... it's time you returned a favour to me."
LOCHAK: (Curious) "Sir, if you don't mind me asking, why did you hire Ali in the first place? Isn't he a
threat now?"
Jafar: (Sly smile) "Lochak, Mochak, there's more to Ali than meets the eye. Back in the day, he was quite
the online influencer, known for his hacking skills. But what others didn't know was that he pulled off a
up working here. He owes me, and now it's time to collect what's due."
(As Jafar continues watching Ali and Jasmine, his determination to use Ali for his own schemes becomes
evident.)
Jafar: (Smirking) "This time, Ali, you'll serve my interests, and there's nothing you can do to change that."
Ali is engrossed in his work on a project.- FREEZE- the narrators do the foreshadowing
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ACT 2
Ali is engrossed in his work on a project. Code scrolls across his computer screen as he meticulously
The door to Ali's office suddenly swings open. Jafar, a senior manager at the company, strides in with a
stern expression. He approaches Ali's desk, causing Ali to pause and look up, surprised.
Jafar
Ali's eyes widen in concern. He knows Jafar has the power to influence his future at the company.
ALI
Jafar
(slyly) I know all about your past, Ali. Your days as an influencer, your... less than legal online activities.
You wouldn't want the company to find out about that, now, would you?
Ali's face pales as he realises the gravity of the situation. Jafar has the upper hand, and Ali's job is
hanging by a thread.
ALI
Jafar
(whispering) Let's just say, I have my ways of knowing things. But here's the deal, Ali. I can protect you,
keep your job safe, and even send you onsite. I can make you very rich. Rich enough to impress
Jasmine too…
Ali is torn, his mind racing. He knows he can't afford to lose his job, but Jafar's proposal is ominous.
ALI
Jafar
(whispering) There's a deserted building outside of town. In that building, there's a mainframe system. I
need you to hack into it and gain entry for me. Do that, and I'll make sure your future here is secure and
prosperous.
(Ali weighs the options, the weight of Jafar's ultimatum pressing down on him.)
ALI
(in a defeated tone) Okay, I'll do it. But you have to promise me, Jafar, that you'll keep your end of the
bargain.
Jafar
(ominous tone) You've made the right choice, Ali. Trust me, this is just the beginning of a very profitable
partnership.
As the room darkens with their secret agreement, the two men exchange a nod, sealing a pact that will
Under the cover of darkness, Ali and Jafar arrive at the eerie, desolate building on the outskirts of the
city. The building stands as a shadowy silhouette against the dimly lit horizon.
ALI
Jafar, with a hint of impatience, nods. He hands Ali a device, the key to his task.
Jafar
(gruffly) This is it, Ali. You go in there and gain entry to the mainframe. I'll wait right here.
Ali takes the device, eyes wide with apprehension, and slowly approaches the building's foreboding
entrance. The creaking door looms before him, a gateway into the unknown.
ALI
As Ali steps inside, the rusty door suddenly slams shut behind him, the sound echoing through the empty
ALI
(panicked) Jafar! What's going on? Why did you lock the door?
Jafar
(calmly) I can't trust anyone, Ali. Now, you're on your own there. Impress me, and you might get out.
Ali's heart races as he realises he's trapped inside the eerie, abandoned building. Jafar's insincere
ALI
Jafar
(dismissive) You should have thought of that before. Now, prove your worth or die in there. I do not care.
(Jafar walks away, leaving Ali to fend for himself, isolated in the heart of darkness. The tension mounts
as Ali faces the daunting task of hacking into the mysterious mainframe system, uncertain of what
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ALI
With each line of code he types, Ali inches closer to his goal. Suddenly, a holographic interface
materialises before him, flickering to life like an apparition. It forms the image of a Cyberdjinn, a digital
CYBERDJINN:
(Consider Genie in a Bottle with rewritten lyrics here to keep the musical spirit)
ALI
(intrigued) 3 wishes eh… Prove it. Grant me a wish. I’m hungry… Get me some food…
The Cyberdjinn extends a glowing hand, a web of code appearing between its fingers. It sends a
ZOMATO DELIVERY GUY: Zomato delivery for Ali from Thalapakattu Biryani…
ALI
ALI
With a flick of its holographic hand, the Cyberdjinn materialises a set of massive doors. They swing
Ali steps outside, liberated, and gazes at the starry sky, a newfound realisation dawning upon him.
ALI
(ambitious)
I want to be rich, Cyberdjinn. Wealth beyond measure. So I can impress Jasmine and her father.
CYBERDJINN: (With a glint of magic in its eyes) (LED display: his bank balance increases and stocks
Cyberdjinn: "Your wish, my dear master, shall set you on a path to riches untold."
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A wealth that could make heads turn all o’er the land.
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Ali, now adorned in his finest attire, stands before Jasmine, his eyes filled with adoration.
ALI (smiling) Jasmine, I promise to show you a whole new world, one beyond your wildest dreams.
JASMINE: Oh Ali! I want to travel the world with you… I want to travel through time with you.
Straps on the VR
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A grand stage is before them, and a scene from Aladdin is being enacted.
Jasmine
(amazed)
ALI
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Fashion Show
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With a final burst of light, Ali and Jasmine return to her living room. Their hearts are brimming with the
ALI
(whispering)
Jasmine, our world is vast, and it's filled with wonders we've yet to discover. Together, we can explore it
all.
Jasmine
(smiling)
Ali, you've shown me a world beyond imagination. I can't wait to explore it with you.
ACT 3
presence envelops the room. The Cyberdjinn's radiant figure dims, and a malevolent energy takes over.
Jafar
(smirking) Ali, you really thought you could control this digital genie?
Ali and Jasmine are taken aback, their joy turning to unease as Jafar steps out of the shadows.
ALI
Jafar
(mocking) You were always so naive, Ali. You thought you could be rich, impress Jasmine, and get away
ALI
Jafar
(smirking) Oh, but I can, Ali. I have control of the Cyberdjinn now. And I'll use it to take over the company
ALI
(angry) Cyberdjinn, why are you with Jafar now? You were supposed to be my ally.
CYBERDJINN:
(pensive) I am bound by code, Ali. I must obey the one who holds my digital chains.
ALI
CYBERDJINN:
(plaintively) Yes…in reverse order, - your wishes were to become rich, get out of the building and eat
Biryani…
ALI:
(angrily) That first one, the food order, that was just a trial. You can't just abandon me now.
(sincere) I understand your frustration, Ali. But my powers are now under Jafar's command. I am bound
Ali: Jafar!!! You’re standing here bravely only because you have cyberdjinn. You’re an old bag of bones,
wicked to the core. Can you win me in a game of my choice, without magic, without the cyberdjinn?
Jasmine: I think that’s correct… a true challenge for you Jafar… win my hand fairly and I’ll gladly be
yours.
Lochak: Boss….nooo
Jafar: We’ll see… I’m better than this Ali. I will definitely win. Tell me Ali… wha’s the challenge?
Ali: Sabaash… seriyaana potti! Let’s have a reality show… Cyberdjinn… you can be the gameshow host!
Cyberdjinn (Dressed as a hip host): Hey there, party people of Agrabah Consultancy! It's time to bring
some modern flair to this company. Welcome to the "Ultimate Clash of Styles'' contest! Let's meet our
In the first round, let’s have our contestants show us who can be the most viral by creating a
trend-settting reel.
Cyberdjinn: Ahem… That was an entertaining round. Dear audience, I’ve shared a Whatsapp poll. Vote
for your favourite… And here are the results… Ali…you’ve scored a massive 50 points for your
enthralling performance. Jafar… you are not very far behind. You have got 45 points!! In the second
round, we are going to have the contestants show us what their talents are!
Cyberdjinn: Ok... that was interesting. Jafar.. What do you have for us?
Jafar: I don’t have many talents. I can touch my nose with my tongue.
Cyberdjinn: (Looks impressed.) Wow…. that’s an impossible talent. I think we have our winner for this
round. Ali, while you scored only 30 points in this round, to score a tally of 80 points, Jafar you’ve taken
the lead by scoring 40 points in this round. Your scoreboard is now at 85 points!!
I can’t imagine who will win this contest. We just have one more round left. I have goosebumps! See…
Ok… it’s time for ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS FOLLOWED BY HAND CRICKET.
Jafar and Ali play the game and Ali wins! Jafar looks defeated.
Cyberdjinn: Jasmine… Audience… our winner is Ali!!! How do you feel after winning, Ali?
Ali: (Talks like Sachin) Actually… I feel great ha… it was a team effort haan… Ella pugalum iraivanake…
Jasmine punches some keys into Cyberdjinn and takes control over him.
Cyberdjinn: You have three wishes madame… what can I do for you?
Jasmine: I only have one wish… everyone gets on the floor and dance!! Let’s have a fiestaaaaaaa!!
DANCE:
In the background
Narrator 4: It just goes to show, classic stories can find new life in the present.
Narrator 5: Perhaps our school's annual day will shine with this modern twist.