Cinema is one of the most powerful mediums of expression. Positive or negative, the influence is breathtakingly enormous. We will surely discuss these two faces of cinema in detail but first of all, we will talk about the sheer magic of the art.
Veteran actor-filmmaker Chandrashekhar, who in his career of over four decades played all kinds of characters, from junior artists and character roles to lead and negative roles, some of his famous films include Surang (1953), Baradari (1955), Basant Bahar (1956), Kali Topi Lal Rumal (1959), Cha Cha Cha (1964), and many more. Early Life and
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra is undoubtedly one of the most brilliant filmmakers of his generation. Known for his diverse, intense, and intellectually uplifting films, he has given us iconic films like Aks (2001), Rang De Basanti (2006), Delhi-6 (2009), and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013). Early Life and Career Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra was born on July 7,
Rasika Joshi, an acclaimed actress in the Indian entertainment industry, is remembered for a variety of roles that showcased her versatility and talent. Some of her most memorable roles were ruthless Gomati in “Ek Hasina Thi,” Rukma (Maid) in “Vastu Shastra,” Mary in “Malamaal Weekly,” Landlady Brinda J. Bose in “Dhol,” Janki Bua in “Bhool
Fondly referred to as the “Tragedy King” and “Abhinay Samrat” (Emperor of Acting), Dilip Kumar remains India’s most beloved acting icon. Dilip Kumar’s ability to stay relevant and adapt to changing times was a key factor in his enduring stardom. Over the years, he successfully transitioned from a romantic hero and action star to a
Ramola Devi was one of the most beautiful actresses of the 1930s and 1940s Indian cinema, appearing in films like Khazanchi (1941), Albeli (1945), Shukria (1944), Hum Bhi Insaan Hain (1948), Sawan Aya Re (1949), Actor (1951), Stage (1951), and many more. Early Life and Career Ramola Devi was born Rachel Cohen on July 7,
I never liked Ranveer Singh; right from the first time I saw him in songs of Band Baja Baraat, I failed to connect with him, but from the moment I saw him perform, I knew he could act. My not being his fan was not at all about his acting abilities; it was his personality,
One of the most respected filmmakers in Indian parallel cinema MS Sathyu is a man of many talents. Besides being a filmmaker, he is a writer, theatre director, stage designer, art director, social commentator, and activist. Sathyu will always be remembered for his socially relevant films like “Garm Hava,” “Kanneshwara Rama,” “Chitegu Chinte,” “Bara,” “Galige,”
Writer, director, and ad filmmaker, Gauri Shinde is one of the most promising directors of her generation. She believes in addressing close-to-life topics in her films, like English Vinglish and Dear Zindagi. Early Life and Career Gauri Shinde was born on July 6, 1974, in Pune, Maharashtra. She did her schooling at St. Joseph’s High
Birendranath Sircar, commonly known as BN Sircar, was a towering figure in the Indian film industry. Sircar’s contributions to Indian cinema, particularly Bengali cinema, are monumental. He was not only a film producer but also the founder of New Theatres Calcutta, a studio that became synonymous with quality and innovation in Indian filmmaking. Early Life
Known for his exceptional looks and charm, Zayed Khan is an actor and producer. He is best remembered for his roles in films like Main Hoon Na, Shabd, Dus, Yuvraaj, and Blue. Early Life and Career Born on July 5, 1980, in Mumbai, Zayed Khan hails from a prominent film family. His father, Sanjay Khan,
