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.
The poet of the people, Shailendra’s lyrics often spoke of the sorrows and struggles of everyday life, yet they also carried a message of hope and resilience. Through his songs, he brought literature closer to the masses and, in turn, elevated the cinematic experience to new heights of emotional and intellectual engagement. His family, hailing
On a Sunday afternoon, I accidentally came across a film while surfing channels that looked very interesting. I started to watch it. My father came into the room and asked what I was watching. I told him the name of the film. He laughed and told me, to my astonishment, that his friends had gone
Smita Patil died on December 13, 1986, from viral encephalitis. She had delivered a baby boy, Prateik, a few days before, on November 28. She was 31. Patil made her film debut with Shyam Benegal’s Charandas Chor (1975). Her best-known role came early in her career and justifiably bagged her a National Award. Benegal’s Bhumika,
Yaragudipadi Venkata Mahalakshmi (born December 13, 1952), popularly known as Lakshmi, a veteran of 650 films, made her debut with the Tamil film Jeevanaamsam in 1968. She worked in the films across the languages. when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type area specimen book It has
Shivaji Rao Gaikwad, affectionately known as Rajinikanth, was born on December 12, 1950. With a career spanning over five decades, he is an iconic Indian actor primarily renowned for his work in Tamil cinema. Rajinikanth’s cinematic journey encompasses a staggering 169 films, including contributions to Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam cinema. when an
Dilip Kumar and Meena Kumari, often hailed as the ‘Tragedy King’ and ‘Tragedy Queen’ of Indian cinema, surprised audiences with their cheerful roles in Azaad (1955) and Kohinoor (1960). Despite their reputation for intense and emotional dramas, the duo embraced a lighter side for these films. when an unknown printer took a galley of type
Ashok Kumar, born Kumudlal Ganguly on October 13, 1911, fondly called “Dada Mani,” was a trailblazing actor who brought natural acting to the forefront of Hindi cinema. His legacy extends from being the first superstar of the 40s and 50s black-and-white era as well as the first lead actor to play an anti-hero. Notably, he
Uday Shankar (born 8 December 1900 – 26 September 1977) was a trailblazing Indian dancer and choreographer renowned for crafting a unique dance style. His innovative approach blended European theatrical techniques with Indian classical, folk, and tribal dance elements, gaining popularity in India, Europe, and the United States during the 1920s and 1930s. He was
Sharmila Tagore, also known as Begum Ayesha Sultana, born on December 8, 1944, stands as one of Indian cinema’s most accomplished actresses. With two National Film Awards, a Filmfare Award, a Filmfare OTT Award, and the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award, she has left an indelible mark on Hindi cinema. In 2013, the Government of India
Junior Mehmood, born Naeem Sayyed (15 November 1956 – 8 December 2023), the child actor renowned for his unforgettable performances in movies like “Caravan,” “Haathi Mere Saathi,” and “Mera Naam Joker,” has left us at the age of 67, succumbing to the challenges of stage four stomach cancer. when an unknown printer took a galley
