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.
Renowned for portraying the quintessential ‘screen mother’ in Hindi films and TV, Anjana Mumtaz is a celebrated Indian actress known for her versatile acting in Hindi, Marathi, and Gujarati films. Her most famous films include “Mahua (1970),” which had the famous song “Dono ne kiya tha pyar magar” and Sambandh (1970), which has the famous
Rahul Dev Burman, or R. D. Burman, affectionately called Pancham Da, was also called a maverick and musical wizard. Known to revolutionise Indian film music by introducing trends and tech of western music, he will always be remembered for his films like “Teesri Manzil,” “Caravan,” “Kati Patang,” “Amar Prem,” “Aandhi,” “Sholay,” “Ijaazat,” and “1942: A
Actor, film producer, screenwriter, and director Chetan Anand was a luminary of Indian cinema. His debut film, Neecha Nagar, was awarded the Grand Prix Prize (now Golden Palm) at the first ever Cannes Film Festival in 1946. Some of his notable films include “Haqeeqat,” “Heer Raanjha,” “Hanste Zakhm,” and “Hindustan Ki Kasam,” among others. Early
Although she started her career as a leading lady and starred in many mythological films in her early career, her real stardom came when she played the suffering mother’s roles to perfection. Nirupa Roy was the Quintessential Mother of Indian cinema, remembered for her films like Do Bigha Zamin, Munimji, Ram Aur Shyam, Deewaar, Amar
Alicia Rhett, the actress and portrait painter, is best remembered for her role as India Wilkes, the serious young sister of Ashley Wilkes, whose love for the dull and timid Charles Hamilton is spurned in favour of southern belle Scarlett O’Hara (Vivien Leigh) in the 1939 epic film “Gone with the Wind.” At the time
The Faulty Genius, Controversy's Favorite Child, Mel Gibson, is among the most versatile, well-rounded, and accomplished actors and filmmakers of his generation.
An actress, voice artist, model, beauty queen, philanthropist, activist, and entrepreneur, Gul Panag is also an icon for women’s fitness. She is also a traveller who has travelled to over 30 countries, an adventurer who loves off-road driving, biking, horse riding, bungee jumping, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, endurance trekking, and preparing for climbing Mount Everest.
Who can forget Indian cinema’s most “Loveable Uncle,” and “Cutest Father” David? Espacially in Hrisikesh Mukherji’s films? Be it Chupke Chupke’s scheming Haripad Bhaiyya or Khoobsurat’s single father who talks in rhymes with his daughters, he brings a kind of positivity to his roles that is long gone from the cinema and society. Early Life
With her unique choices that reflect her willingness to experiment and stand out, Vidya has redefined the portrayal of women in Hindi cinema. Known for her extraordinary acting, her ability to own the screen, and her boldness to explore, she established herself as one of the greats of the craft. Early Life Vidya Balan was
Known for his expressive dialogue delivery and powerful screen presence, Anwar Hussain was a prominent actor known for his versatile roles, especially in negative roles in films like Footpath, Bhabhi, Ab Dilli Door Nahi, Ganga Jamuna, Shaheed, Baharon Ke Sapne, Victoria No. 203, Chori Mera Kaam, and many more. Early Life Anwar Hussain was born
