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.
Suman Kalyanpur, was a popular singer of the 50s and 60s, famous for her sweet voice that resonated with emotion and melody. Born on January 28, 1937, in Dhaka, British India (present-day Bangladesh), as Suman Hemmadi, she found her passion for music and painting at an early age. After completing schooling from Mumbai’s famed St.
O.P. Nayyar (16 January 1926 – 28 January 2007), was a legendary Indian film music composer. Born in Lahore, British India (now in Pakistan), and known to have a very distinctive musical style, Nayyar was interested in music from an early age. He learn music, mastered the harmonium and joined All India Radio (AIR) as
Today, we recognise Sardar Malik as the father of Anu Malik, a notable music director. However, not many are familiar with his own body of work and the excellence he brought to the industry. Sardar Malik’s story is fascinating—that of an outsider who worked hard to make his mark. Born in Kapurthala on January 13,
Kamini Kaushal, born on January 24, 1927, in Lahore, is an iconic figure in Indian cinema, known for her versatile acting and enduring charm. Her father, Prof. Shiv Ram Kashyap, Professor of Botany, at the University of Punjab in Lahore, is widely regarded as the Father of Indian Botany. She graduated in English literature from
Nargis and Dilip Kumar shared the silver screen in seven films, from Anokha Pyar (1948) to Deedar (1951). Their on-screen chemistry was electric, a perfect blend of Nargis’s fire and Dilip’s fervor. In Mela (1948), they portrayed childhood sweethearts, torn apart by fate. Andaz (1949), directed by Mehboob Khan, unfolded a love triangle with Nargis,
Kamini Kaushal and a young Dilip Kumar shared the screen in films like Shaheed (1947), Nadiya Ke Paar, Shabnam (both in 1948), and Arzoo (1950). Their on-screen chemistry was a blend of contrasts, with Dilip’s nuanced approach complementing Kamini’s natural tenor. The sparks of romance ignited between them during the filming of Shaheed. when an
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“Anupama,” a cinematic gem from 1966 directed by the masterful Hrishikesh Mukherjee, takes us on an emotional journey delving into the complexities of a father-daughter relationship. Starring the charismatic Dharmendra, Sharmila Tagore, Shashikala, Deven Verma, Surekha Pandit and Tarun Bose, the film weaves a tale that humanizes the flaws within these familial bonds. The film
Vivien Leigh, born on November 5, 1913, and passing away on July 8, 1967, stands as an iconic figure from the golden age of Hollywood. Her exquisite beauty and exceptional acting prowess earned her two Academy Awards for Best Actress. She received the prestigious accolade for her unforgettable portrayals of Scarlett O’Hara in ‘Gone with
Ahen an unknown printer took a galley of type and their scrambled imaketype specimen book has follorrvived not only fiver centuriewhen an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. It has survived not only five centuries but also the leap into electronic typesetting, remaining essentially unchanged.
