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 poet, lyricist, screenwriter, and social commentator Javed Akhtar, who was born on January 17, 1945, in Gwalior, is an Indian into a family of literary geniuses and luminaries. His father, Jan Nisar Akhtar, was a poet of great repute, and a member of the Progressive Writers’ Movement, He was also a film lyricist. Javed
Kaifi Azmi was a poet, a lyricist, a dialogue writer, an activist and above all a humanitarian known for his deep concern for social issues, advocacy for justice, equality, and communal harmony. Some of his best songs include “Ab Tumhare Hawaale Watan Saathiyon” “Jane Kya Dhoondti Rahti,” “Aur Kuchh Der Thahar,” “Meri Aawaz Suno Pyar
Shiv Kumar Sharma, a virtuoso of the santoor, is an iconic figure in Indian classical music. He revolutionised the santoor, transforming it from a folk instrument to a prominent classical music staple. Sharma’s innovative approach and mastery have earned him global recognition, with a career spanning over seven decades. Pandit Shivkumar Sharma was born on
Renowned actor, singer, lyricist, playwright, musician, and screenwriter, Piyush Mishra is a multifaceted artist renowned for his exemplary work in both theatre and films. Piyush Mishra is also known for his quirky and unapologetic outlook and his outspoken nature, which made him a one-of-a-kind personality, adored by his fans. Piyush Mishra, born Priyakant Sharma on
C. Ramchandra, a creative genius, initially pursued acting in the city of dreams but transitioned into a celebrated music director. C Ramchandra’s “Aye Mere Watan Ke Logon, Zara Aankh Mein Bhar Lo Paani” is nothing less than another national anthem for the nation. His genius marked him as a pioneer, introducing diverse and trendsetting music
One of the most celebrated classical singers of modern times, Ustad Rashid Khan Sahab, was perhaps the most respected too. Apart from his extensive work in the field of classical music, he is also known for his popular film songs like “Aaoge Jab Tum O Sajna” and “Allah Hi Reham,” along with his classical renditions
January 10 is the birthday of legendary singer and musician Kattassery Joseph Yesudas, who was born in 1940 in Kochi, Kerala. In a career spanning over six decades, he has sung Indian classical, devotional, and film songs in various Indian languages, including Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Tulu, Hindi, Odia, Bengali, and Marathi, as well as
Mahendra Kapoor was one of the greatest playback singers of the Hindi film industry. In a long and illustrious career of over four decades, he sung thousands of songs, which are still cherished by music lovers. Mahendra Kapoor was born on 9 January 1934 in Amritsar. He was brought up in Bombay, where his family
Elvis Aaron Presley, born on January 8, 1935, remains an enduring figure in American music and cinema. Recognized as a pivotal force in 20th-century music, he holds the status of a cultural icon. A trailblazer in rock and roll, Presley’s influence is profound. Beyond his musical contributions, he ventured into acting, starring in numerous films.
Fondly called “Isai Puyal” and “Mozart of Madras,” music composer, record producer, singer, songwriter, musician, multi-instrumentalist, and philanthropist, A. R. Rahman is a winner of six National Film Awards, two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, fifteen Filmfare Awards, and seventeen Filmfare Awards South. In 2010, the Indian government
