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.
Shiv Kumar Sharma, a virtuoso of the santoor, is an iconic figure in Indian classical music. He revolutionised the santoor, transforming it from a folk instrument to a prominent classical music staple. Sharma’s innovative approach and mastery have earned him global recognition, with a career spanning over seven decades. Early Life Pandit Shivkumar Sharma was
Luise Rainer, born on January 12, 1910, was a German-American actress who achieved historic acclaim, winning back-to-back Academy Awards for Best Actress in 1936 and 1937—the first to do so. Renowned for her roles in “The Great Ziegfeld” and “The Good Earth,” Rainer’s performances exhibited emotional depth and authenticity. Despite her early success, she faced
Best known for her iconic role in Federico Fellini‘s “La Dolce Vita” (1960), Anita Ekberg was a Swedish-Italian actress and international symbol of feminine beauty and sexuality. I was lonely, but I have no regrets. I have loved, cried, been mad with happiness. I have won and I have lost. Anita Ekberg Early Life Kerstin
Michael Bates was an accomplished British film and TV actor known for films like A Clockwork Orange (1971), Frenzy (1972) and Patton (1970). Born in Jhansi, India, Bates began his acting career on the stage and transitioned to the screen with notable appearances in films like “A Clockwork Orange” (1971) and the popular sitcom “It
The greatest of love stories are those that have a sad ending. Anju Mahendru also had a great love story but it never culminated into a happy one. Anju Mahendru, a budding actress and model, shared a passionate and tumultuous relationship with Rajesh Khanna, which somehow stuck with her identity. Early Life Anju Mahendru, born
Sal Mineo was one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation. He rose to fame as a teenager in the 1950s, playing sensitive and troubled characters in movies such as Rebel Without a Cause, Giant, and Exodus. Mineo earned two Academy Award nominations and a Golden Globe for his performances. He also
Ann Shoemaker (January 10, 1891 – September 17, 1978) was an American actress, born in Brooklyn, New York, with a career spanning over five decades, in both stage and screen. Shoemaker’s notable Broadway performances include “Ah, Wilderness!” and “The Skin of Our Teeth.” Her film career began in the silent era, and she seamlessly transitioned
Nina Dobrev, a Bulgarian-Canadian actress, rose to fame with her compelling portrayal of Elena Gilbert on the TV series “The Vampire Diaries.” Born on January 9, 1989, in Sofia, Bulgaria, she moved to Canada at a young age. Dobrev’s engaging performances extend beyond supernatural drama, with notable roles in films like “The Perks of Being
Trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), Imelda Staunton was born on January 9, 1956 in Archway, North London.Imelda began her career in 1970s from British repertory theatre, performed in a number of plays and garnered widespread acclaim for her dynamic performances. She is the proud recipient of four Laurence Olivier Awards and
One of India’s most beloved actors, Saeed Jaffrey OBE, is known for his extraordinary career of over six decades in film, radio, stage, and television across India, Britain, and America. Some of his international titles included “Gandhi,” “The Man Who Would Be King,” “My Beautiful Laundrette,” and “A Passage to India.” He also featured in
