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.
Celebrated actor and filmmaker of Hindi and Marathi cinema, Bhagwan Dada was a pioneering figure in Indian cinema who started his journey with silent films and went on to do more than 380 films in his career of more than six decades. Dubbed as Indian cinema’s first dancing star, he was perhaps the first male
No one was like her; Mumtaz was bold, beautiful, sexy, an exceptionally capable actress, as well as an accomplished dancer. She was not your typical Meek and Bechari heroine from Hindi films; she exuded fierceness, possessed unmatched energy, and had the courage to flaunt her sensuality in a way never seen before. Early Life Mumtaz,
One of the most genuine, honest, and selfless human beings ever to grace the silver screen, Amjad Khan, became synonymous with the iconic villain Gabbar Singh from the legendary film ‘Sholay.‘ But he was much more than a villain, an actor par excellence who could be anything on screen. He can easily be an evil
One of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema, Uttam Kumar, fondly known as Mahanayak, was also a producer, director, screenwriter, composer, and playback singer who ruled the Bengali film industry for more than 40 years. Early Life and Education Uttam Kumar was born Arun Kumar Chattopadhyay on September 3, 1926, in Ahiritola,
Widely regarded as one of the most handsome heroes of Hindi films, Manoj Kumar is known as Bharat Kumar for his patriotic films and characteristic acting style. Some of his famous films include “Shaheed“, “Gumnaam“, “Upkar“, “Purab Aur Pashchim“, “Kranti“, “Shor“, and many more. Early Life Manoj Kumar was born Harikrishna Giri Goswami on July
Writing anything about Naseeruddin Shah and his craft is not an easy task, and I will not waste my time searching for metaphors to describe him. He is a metaphor; he is Naseer. Early Life and Education Shah was born on July 20, 1950, in Barabanki, into the home of Aley Mohammed Shah and his
Rishi Kapoor was the quintessential chocolatey hero, the ultimate lover boy, who gave love goals to a generation of youngsters and mesmerised the audience when he transitioned into a character actor later in his life. Some of his notable films were Bobby, Kabhi Kabhie, Laila Majnu, Amar Akbar Anthony, Hum Kisise Kum Nahin, Karz, Prem
Leela Chitnis was a pioneering actress in Indian cinema, known for her versatility and grace. She appeared in films like “Kangan (1939),” “Bandhan (1940),” “Azad (1940),” and “Jhoola (1941)” as a heroine and “Shaheed,” “Awaara,” “Naya Daur,” “Sadhna,” “Dhool Ka Phool,” “Kohinoor,” “Kala Bazar,” “Gunga Jumna,” “Guide,” and many more as a mother. Early Life
Celebrated as the first female comedian in Indian cinema, Uma Devi aka TUN TUN was not only a legendary actress but also an accomplished singer. She is known for iconic songs like “Afsana Likh Rahi Hoon,” “Dil Ko Laga Ke Humne,” “Aaj Machi Hai Dhoom Jhoom Khushi Mein Jhoom,” and many more. Early Life and
