Kanu Roy – The Musical Maestro
Kanu Roy was one of the genius composers of Indian cinema who remains overshadowed, underrated, and criminally underutilised.
Musicians
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Music
Ameen Sayani
Perhaps the most recognized voice of the last century that brings joy into the lives of ordinary people belongs to Ameen Sayani.
Musicians
Vasant Desai
Vasant Desai was one of the most accomplished music composers of the golden era of Hindi cinema. He was known for his classical-based, soulful music in films like “Do Aankhen Barah Haath (1953),” “Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje (1955),” “Goonj Uthi Shehnai (1959),” “Sampoorna Ramayan (1961), “Aashirwaa” (1968), and Guddi (1971). Early Life and Career Vasant
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Veerendra
Writer, producer-director Veerendra, born “Subhash Dhadwal,” was one of the most popular actors in Punjabi cinema of his time. His looks resembled those of the legendary actor Dharmendra and were often mistaken for those of his brother “Ajit Singh Deol” or even a cousin of Dharam ji. Early Life and Career Veerendra, born Subhash Dhadwal,
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Swaran Lata
Superstar of 40’s cinema, Swaran Lata was a celebrated actress known for her beauty and emotional acting. Some of her memorable movies include Ishara (1943), Rattan (1944), Laila Majnu (1945), Sham Savera (1946), Wamiq Azra (1946), Ghar Baar (1948), Sachai (1949), Pheray (1949), Heer (1955), and many more. Early Life Swaran Lata was born on
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Nalini Jaywant
Dilip Kumar believed her "the finest actress of her generation." Nalini Jaywant was a celebrated actress known for her remarkable acting capabilities and otherworldly beauty. In a career spanning over two decades, Nalini captivated audiences with films like Behen, Anokha Pyar, Samadhi, Sangram, Shikast, Rahi, Railway Platform, Munimji, Kala Pani, and many more.
Filmmakers
Babubhai Mistry
Known as the 'Master of Special Effects' in Indian cinema, Babubhai Mistry was a true innovator who brought the magic of visual effects to the silver screen at a time when technology was rudimentary
Actresses
Mahie Gill
Versatile and bold, Mahie Gill has captivated audiences with her compelling performances, charismatic screen presence, and ability to portray diverse characters in Hindi and Punjabi cinema.
Artists
Richa Chadha
One of the finest performers of her generation, Richa Chadha is known and celebrated for her powerful performances and versatile roles. Over the years, she has carved a niche for herself with her bold choices and ability to bring depth to her characters in films like “Gangs of Wasseypur,” “Fukrey,” “Masaan,” “Sarabjit,” “Goliyon Ki Raasleela
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Govind Nihalani
A recipient of six National Film Awards and five Filmfare Awards, Govind Nihalani is one of the greatest living filmmakers of India, especially known for his hard-hitting social dramas like Aakrosh, Ardh Satya, Party, Drohkal, Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa, Takshak, Deham, Dev, and many more. Particularly revered for his groundbreaking work in the parallel cinema