The 1972 released Ramesh Sippy directorial film, scripted by Salim-Javed featured Hema Malini in a dual role, Dharmendra, and Sanjeev Kumar.Inspired by Ram Aur Shyam released in (1967)—involved a subversion of formula where the twin sister takes on the “hero” role. It was remade in multiple languages and inspired films featuring the “twin sister swap”…
Choreographer Shakti Mohan, in her 40s, is happily single and focusing on her career, rejecting societal pressure to marry despite her mother’s advice. She revealed in a Siddharth Kannan interview that she was previously cheated on in a 3-year relationship, leading to heartbreak and a firm decision to avoid such betrayal. Currently single, content, and…
Jawani Diwani released in 1972 was a runaway hit, even though in hindsight It’s viewed as a weak story because the soundtrack and youth-oriented songs(heavy music) Critics and viewers often state that the film was “saved” ” from its weak, lackluster plot by its iconic songs, such as “Yeh Jawani Hai Diwani” and “Ja Jaan…
Singer Shamshad Begum was a pioneering Indian playback singer with a distinctive, nasal, and powerful voice, reigning in the 1940s-50s.Described as one of the very first female playback singers, her voice set benchmarks for later legends like Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle, who were sometimes asked to emulate her style. Renowned music directors like Naushad…
Asha Bhosle’s voice shaped Bollywood music for eight decades and she credited much of it to her long-time collaborator OP Nayyar, with whom she later parted ways butA never quite stop acknowledging. Nayyar, the maverick composer who chose not to work with Bhosle’s elder sister, the more widely known Lata Mangeshkar, did not just record…
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle is no longer with us. She departed to the ‘immortal’ world on April 12 at the age of 92, “spreading a wave of shock and sorrow, signifying the finality of a musical age”. Indian Cinema’s Legend Amitabh Bachchan voiced his sorrow and paid an emotional tribute, saying,She has shifted to the…
For the legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan internet connectivity is a “Lifeline” for maintaining daily contact with his “extended family” (fans)while on shoot. He highlighted it as a crucial, non-negotiable tool for staying connected with loved ones despite hectic work travel. The 81-year-old actor, currently shooting for Kalki 2898 AD, noted his blog has run for…
