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.
Bipin Gupta was a distinguished figure in the Indian film industry, known for his versatile acting and significant contributions to both Bengali and Hindi cinema. Some of his notable films include “Baiju Bawra,” Jagriti,” “Amar Deep,” “Insan Jaag Utha,” “Gharana,” and “Khilona.” Early Life and Career Born on August 21, 1905, in Meerut into a
Actor, writer, producer, director, and equestrian, Randeep Hooda, a name synonymous with versatility in Indian cinema, has carved a niche for himself with his intense performances and dedication to his craft. Some of his standout performances came in films like Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai and also Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster, Ungli, Rang Rasiya,
Baby Naaz, also known as Kumari Naaz, was an iconic child actor who was known for her charm and innocence in films like Boot Polish, Chandni Chowk, and Devdas Ek Hi Rasta as a child actor and Bahu Begum, Kati Patang, and Saccha Jhutha as an adult. Early Life and Career Kumari Naaz was born
Achyut Potdar, a veteran Indian actor, contributed to over 125 films and many TV shows and plays both in Hindi and Marathi. His career started late at age 44. Potdar’s work spanned theatre, films, and television, leaving a mark on the industry despite a modest start. He played memorable roles such as the professor in 3
Khayyam has left behind a legacy of timeless compositions that continue to mesmerise music aficionados around the world. His work is characterised by its lyrical depth, melodic richness, and classical finesse and consists of songs like “Akele Mein Woh Ghabrate To Honge,” “Sham E Gham Ki Qasam,” “Jane kya Dhoondhti Rahti Hain,” “Wo Subah Kabhi
One of Gulzar‘s finest films, “Namkeen (1982),” is a Hindi-language social drama film. It stars Sanjeev Kumar, Sharmila Tagore, Shabana Azmi, Kiran Vairale, and Waheeda Rehman in the lead roles. The film is based on a story by Samaresh Basu (11 December 1924–12 March 1988) and explores the lives of four women who struggle to
Former Miss India, a supermodel and an actress of international fame, Persis Khambatta was a bold, beautiful and brave girl who broke the ceiling and paved the way for future generations. She was perhaps one of the earliest Indian and well-known success stories in Hollywood and is still remembered for her role of Lieutenant Ilia
Hindi film viewers know Utpal Dutt as an adorable comedian, a person they identify as the moustache-loving Bhavani Shankar of Golmaal (1979), who is hilarious to the core, but Utpal Dutt was much more than an actor, let alone a comedian. One of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time and a legendary figure in
Ranvir Shorey is one of the most versatile and capable actors of his era, known for his films like Lakshya, Khosla Ka Ghosla, Bheja Fry, Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd., Mithya, Titli, A Death in the Gunj, Sonchiriya, Angrezi Medium, and many more. Early Life and Career Ranvir Shorey, born on August 18, 1972, in Jalandhar,
Aruna Irani, a symbol of grit and resilience, came into films out of her adverse circumstances and became one of the medium’s greats with her versatility, sheer hard work, and determination. She worked as a child actress, a heroine, a vamp, a dancer, a character artist, as well as a director-producer, and made a unique
