Ismail Merchant
Merchant Ivory Productions & The two men behind it—Ismail Merchant and James Ivory—were responsible for pushing the boundaries of independent cinema in India
Filmmakers
Actresses
Sadhana Shivdasani—A Fashion Icon and a Beautiful Performer
Sadhana Shivdasani, the enchantress, was one of the finest actresses of Indian cinema and was noted for her exquisite beauty and trendsetting fashion
Filmmakers
Mani Kaul
Mani Kaul was one of the most important figures in the Indian parallel cinema movement. He not only made films on important topics
Musicians
Naushad Ali
Fondly called Mauseeqar e Aazam, Naushad Ali was a legendary music composer known particularly for popularising the use of classical music in films.
Music
Pandit Bhimsen Joshi – The Greatest Of Them All
Pandit Bhimsen Joshi was a legendary vocalist and one of the foremost exponents of Hindustani classical music.
Filmmakers
Subhash Ghai—The Showman of Big Money Churners
One of the most celebrated and acclaimed filmmakers of India, Subhash Ghai, often called "Showman" for his larger-than-life musical extravaganzas
Singers
Mohammed Rafi The Most Beautiful Voice Ever
Perhaps the most beloved personalities ever to grace the cinema, Mohammed Rafi remains a monumental figure in Indian music, celebrated for his versatility
Singers
Rekha Bhardwaj
Rekha Bhardwaj is known for her voice with a natural melancholic tone as well as a distinct earthy touch. Her soulful Sufiyana quality
Actresses
Preeti Sapru
The blue-eyed beauty of the 1980s and 90s, Preeti Sapru, the daughter of veteran actor D. K. Sapru, is known for her works
Actors
Anil Kapoor—The Impressive Life Of A Superstar
One of the biggest stars of the 1980s and 90s, Anil Kapoor stands as a veteran of Indian cinema, known for his versatility