July 9, 2025
New Delhi
Actors

Pran

Pran Krishan Sikand Ahluwalia, better known by his mononym Pran, was one of the most versatile and respected actors in the history of Indian cinema. He was known for his memorable roles as a villain and a character actor in Hindi films from the 1940s to the 1990s. In his career of over five decades,

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Stories

Zohra Sehgal

It’s been ten years since her passing, but she is with us every moment, as beautiful, as mischievous, as lively, and as quirky. They say legends don’t die; they become stronger with time, and at least that’s absolutely true in the case of Zohra Sehgal. As she would have quoted Hafeez Jalandhari, “Abhi To Main

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Actresses

Neetu Singh Kapoor

Cute, beautiful, charming Neetu Singh transitioned from a beloved child actor to a teen heartthrob and then a seasoned actor. She is known for her films like Do Kaliyan, Khel Khel Mein, Deewar, Kabhi Kabhie, Amar Akbar Anthony, Jani Dushman, and many more. Early Life and Child Superstar Harneet Kaur was born on July 8,

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Actresses

Naseem Banu – The Pari Chehra

Naseem Banu was one of the most beautiful faces of Hindi cinema in the 1940s, fondly called “Pari Chehra—Fairy Faced” by her fans.Some of her most memorable films include Pukar (1939), Chal Chal Re Naujawan (1944), Anokhi Ada (1948), Sheesh Mahal (1950), and Shabistan (1951). She is often called the “Beauty Queen” and the “first

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Actors

Rehman

One of the finest actors in Hindi cinema, Rehman is known for his sharp looks, intense but understated performances, and versatile work portfolio. Be it the role of corrupt publisher Mr. Ghosh of Pyasa, womanizer Chhote Thakur of Sahab Biwi Aur Ghulam, self-sacrificing friend Pyare Nawab of Chaudhvin Ka Chand, or cunning Chinoy Seth of

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Filmmakers Lyricists Writers

Gulzar

Gulzar is a towering figure in Indian cinema whose work as a filmmaker, lyricist, and writer has left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of audiences. His style is characterized by a poetic finesse that seamlessly blends with the cinematic form, creating an experience that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. The

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Actresses

Rakhee Gulzar

Rakhee Gulzar is inarguably one of the finest actresses of Indian cinema, known for her intense and grounded performances, characteristic quivering voice laden with a plethora of emotions, and those light eyes. Some of her notable films include “Sharmeeli,” “Daagh,” “Kabhi Kabhie,” “Doosra Aadmi,” “Trishna,” “Jurmana,” “Basera,” “Shakti,” “Ram Lakhan,” “Anari,” “Karan Arjun,” and many

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Actors

Shammi Kapoor

Elvis of India, Rockstar, Yahoo Boy, Dynamic, Dashing, Charismatic, or we can simply say, Shammi Kapoor, was one of the most beloved stars of Indian cinema. He is known for his charming personality and films like Tumsa Nahi Dekha, Dil Deke Dekho, Junglee, China Town, Rajkumar, Kashmir Ki Kali, Teesri Manzil, An Evening in Paris,

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Writers

Bhisham Sahni

Bhisham Sahni was born on 8 August 1915 in Rawalpindi. He earned a master’s degree in English at Government College in Lahore and also attended Khalsa College, Amritsar. He was the younger brother of the one of the greatest Hindi film actor, Balraj Sahni. Under the guidance of Balraj Sahni, later he joined the Indian

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Actors Filmmakers

Dada Kondke

An actor, director, lyricist, writer, and singer, Dada Kondke was a renowned figure in the Marathi film industry, known for his unique style of comedy and his contribution to the genre of slapstick humor. Recently, Dada Kondke was entered in the Guinness Book of World Records for the highest number of films (nine) that achieved

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