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.
A recipient of six National Film Awards and five Filmfare Awards, Govind Nihalani is one of the greatest living filmmakers of India, especially known for his hard-hitting social dramas like Aakrosh, Ardh Satya, Party, Drohkal, Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa, Takshak, Deham, Dev, and many more. Particularly revered for his groundbreaking work in the parallel cinema
Great composer of the Indo-Pak subcontinent, Abdur Rasheed Attre, who is widely known as Rasheed Attre, was also a highly acclaimed singer-musician in his time. Early Life Rasheed Attre was born on February 15, 1919, in Amritsar, Punjab. His father, Khushi Mohammad, was a singer and musician, which exposed Rasheed to music from a young
Vani Jayaram, a tremendously talented singer, fondly referred to as the “Meera of Modern India,” started her career in 1971 and has spanned over five decades. Though Vani did not get her due in Hindi films, she found tremendous success in films of other Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Odia, and Kannada. She did
The true queen of her era, Suraiya, is perhaps the last embodiment of a rare breed of actress—a singing star. In the early days of transitioning from silent films to “talkies,” where singing happened live on sets with musicians discreetly tucked away, the advent of playback singing marked a significant shift. Actors and actresses with
In the history of Hindi cinema, there are many films that not only entertained the masses but also left a deeper impact on society that will last forever. 1957 is the year when movies like Mother India, Naya Daur, and Pyaasa come out. These films not only mesmerize the audience but also leave a mark
Usha Mangeshkar was a talented and versatile singer with a melodious voice but she did not get the success her older siblings enjoyed.
One of the greatest filmmaker from India Shyam Benegal is often regarded as the pioneer of parallel cinema in India. Benegal’s career spans over five decades, during which he has made iconic films like Ankur, Nishant, Manthan, Bhumika, Junoon, Mammo, Sardari Begum, Zubeidaa, and many more. Early Life Shyam Benegal was born on December 14,
Known for her versatile acting skills, captivating screen presence, and timeless beauty, Rati Agnihotri entered the Hindi film scene with a bang. Her debut movie, the “cult-tragedy film Ek Duje Ke Liye (1981),” becomes a rage among youth. And Rati becomes the darling of the nation. The song “Solah baras ki bali umar ko salaam”
Raj Kapoor, the showman, was an artist who weaves magic through his camera. Kapoor the showman had a signature style – larger-than-life movies with grand sets and grander music. But his best work comes in low-key films. One of them is “Jagte Raho,” written by legendary Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. Thespians Sombhu Mitra and Amit Maitra
The poet of the people, Shailendra’s lyrics often spoke of the sorrows and struggles of everyday life, yet they also carried a message of hope and resilience. Through his songs, he brought literature closer to the masses and, in turn, elevated the cinematic experience to new heights of emotional and intellectual engagement. His family, hailing
