Maqbool

Maqbool is a male given name of Persian and Urdu origin, meaning accepted or popular; it is derived from the Arabic word maqbūl. The spelling مقبول is used in Urdu, and the name is widely found in South Asia and among diaspora communities. It is commonly given to boys in India, Pakistan, and neighboring regions, and may appear in literature and media as well.

In popular culture, Maqbool is best known as the title of a 2003 Indian crime drama directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. The film reimagines William Shakespeare's Macbeth as a story set in the Mumbai underworld, focusing on ambition, crime, and betrayal. It features prominent performances and is regarded as a notable adaptation within Indian cinema.

Beyond the film, Maqbool is primarily used as a personal name in Urdu-speaking communities and in India and Pakistan, where linguistic and cultural influences from Persian and Arabic traditions remain strong. Variants of the spelling include Makbool and Makbul, reflecting differences in transliteration from Urdu and regional languages. The name continues to appear in contemporary contexts as a given name and, less commonly, in literary or artistic titles.