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.
Renowned theatre actress, director, and playwright, Nadira Babbar has made significant contributions to Indian theatre and cinema in a career spanning several decades. Her journey is a testament to her dedication, talent, and passion for the performing arts. Early Life Nadira Babbar was born Shameen Sajjad Zaheer on January 20, 1948, in Mumbai into a
Parveen Babi, a Film and fashion icon who ruled the hearts of cine-goers with her beauty and distinguished Western looks. Some of her most memorable films include Deewaar, Amar Akbar Anthony, The Burning Train, Shaan, Kranti, Namak Halaal, and Arpan. She was the first Indian film star to appear on the cover of the prestigious
Hedy Lamarr was a legendary actress and a brilliant inventor whose contributions to both cinema and technology have left an indelible mark. Known for her stunning beauty and captivating screen presence, Lamarr’s life was a blend of glamour, innovation, and resilience. It would be wrong of me to say so, but in this country [USA]
Nafisa Ali is an acclaimed Indian actress, social activist, star swimmer, former beauty queen, and politician. Known for her otherworldly beauty and a gentle and humble persona, she was national swimming champion from 1972 to 1974 and Miss India 1976. I am angered by the events in Bangladesh. It’s heartbreaking to see innocent Hindu families
Audrey Hepburn, one of the greatest actresses of all time, a symbol of beauty, bravery, and courage, was ranked by the AFI as the third-greatest female screen legend from classical Hollywood cinema and was also included in the International Best Dressed Hall of Fame List. Remember, if you ever need a helping hand, it’s at
Linda Blair gained international fame for her iconic role as Regan MacNeil in “The Exorcist” (1973). Her compelling performance in the horror classic earned her a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination. It was always very strange for me when I was young and would meet someone who geniunely seemed to be afraid
Piper Laurie was a seasoned actress known for films like The Hustler, Carrie, and Children of a Lesser God, as well as the series The Thorn Birds and Twin Peaks. She achieved great critical acclaim and received various accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award, in addition to nominations for three
Known for her ability to seamlessly portray diverse characters, Ashwini Kalsekar is a versatile actress who appears on TV, in films, and in theatre in Hindi and Marathi. Over the years she has featured in popular shows such as “CID,” “Kasamh Se,” “Laagi Tujhse Lagan,” and “Jodha Akbar,” as well as films like the Golmaal
Today marks the death anniversary of actress Ratnamala, who was a prominent actress of Marathi and Hindi cinema. She is best remembered for playing character roles in movies like Station Master (1942), Gehra Daag (1963), Mera Saaya (1966), and Seeta aur Geeta (1972). She also played the mother of Dada Konde in several films in
One of the most recognisable faces of hindi cinema Dulari worked as a character actor in around 135 movies in a career spanning six decades. Some of her well known movies include “Shehnai,” “Devdas,” “Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai,” “Mujhe Jeene Do,” “Teesri Kasam,” “Deewar,” and many more. In her later years, Dulari was
