Kanu Roy – The Musical Maestro
Kanu Roy was one of the genius composers of Indian cinema who remains overshadowed, underrated, and criminally underutilised.
Musicians
Actors
Suniel Shetty
One of the most respected actors of Hindi cinema, Suniel Shetty is among the first few actors who started the trend of bodybuilding in Hindi films. Known for his impressive action and impeccable comic timing, he has been part of iconic films like Balwaan, Mohra, Dilwale, Border, Hera Pheri, Ye Tera Ghar Ye Mera Ghar,
Writers
Vrajendra Gaur
The new generation doesn’t know about Vrajendra Gaur, the luminary who wrote iconic films like “Howrah Bridge,” “China Town,” “Teen Devian,” “Kati Patang,” “Sharmeelee, “Dulhan Wahi Jo Piya Man Bhaaye,” “Ankhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se,” and many more. Early Life and Career Vrajendra Gaur was a multifaceted personality who worked as a lyricist, dialogue writer, story
Actresses
Kajol
One of the most capable and beloved actresses of her time, Kajol is celebrated for her versatility and expressive performances. As one of the most successful actresses with six Filmfare Awards, her iconic roles in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) defined 1990s Hindi cinema. I still remember famous film
Actresses
Shashikala
Legendary actress “Shashikala” was one of the most versatile and beautiful actresses who was known for films like Sujata (1959), Aarti (1962), Gumrah (1963), Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964), Himalaya Ki God Mein (1965), Waqt (1965), Anupama (1966), Phool Aur Patthar (1966), Neel Kamal (1968), Khubsoorat (1980), and many more. Early Life Shashikala was born
Actors
Ramesh Bhatkar
Ramesh Bhatkar was a well-known film, stage, and TV actor who was revered for his versatile and intese performances. Some of his notable roles came in Duniya Kari Salam, Maaherchi Manasa, Aapli Maanasa, Maherchi Sadi, and in TV shows like Hello Inspector, Khoj, Commander, and many more. Early Life and Career Ramesh Bhatkar was born
Actors
Kamal Kapoor
One of the most recognisable faces of Hindi cinema, Kamal Kapoor was known for his commendable screen presence and piercing blue eyes. Some of his most famous roles came in films like Raja Aur Runk, Pakeezah, Hanste Zakhm, Deewar, Don, Namak Halaal, Mard, and many more. Early Life and Career Kamal Kapoor was born on
Actors
Manhar Desai
Superstar of mythological films, Manhar Desai was one of the iconic actors of Hindi and Gujarati films, known for films like Gunsundari, Mangalfera, Madhosh, Naya Rasta, Naag Panchami, Chandramukhi, Zabak, Parasmani, Jai Santoshi Maa, and many more. Early Life and Career Manher Desai was born as Malcolm Alfredo Desai on August 3, 1917, in Bombay
Actors
Karan Dewan
Karan Dewan was one of the early superstars of Hindi films who ruled the hearts of movie lovers with films like “Rattan,” “Zeenat” Lahore,” “Dahej,” “Pardes,” “Bahar,” “Teen Batti Char Raasta,” and many more. Early Life and Career Karan Dewan, born Dewan Karan Chopra on November 6, 1917, in Gujranwala, now in Pakistan, was a
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Mere Apne : The Good, Bad and Ugly of Society
When I think about Meena Kumari, I always think of a beautiful, friendly face with heavy-lidded eyes who speaks for themselves and a compassionate smile, which gives the air of a friendly, kind woman, but thinking of her as a frail old lady is always difficult. For that sole reason, I stayed away from “Mere