Piyush Mishra acclaimed actor singer lyricist playwright screenwriter shares strained bond with Naseeruddin Shah

Piyush Mishra acclaimed actor, singer, lyricist, playwright, and screenwriter shared a “strained” and non-existent personal relationship with Naseeruddin Shah, stating they mutually dislike each other and avoid interaction, while also expressing strong professional differences with Anurag Kashyap. Mishra mentioned “zabardast virodh” (intense opposition/disagreement) regarding his views, though they still maintain a functional,, albeit distant, professional…

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Looking back: six-decades ago Dharmendra solidified his status as ‘Dhurandhar’ of Hindi cinema

It was 58 years ago (1968), Dharmendra solidified his status as a “Dhurandhar” (master/powerhouse) of Hindi cinema by featuring in the year’s highest-grossing film, Aankhen. The Ramanand Sagar’s directorial spy thriller moulded him as a massive superstar, with the film embedded with pioneering foreign locations and a dashing performance as a secret agent. Aankhen was…

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Looking back: six-decades ago Dharmendra solidified his status as ‘Dhurandhar’ of Hindi cinema

It was 58 years ago (1968), Dharmendra solidified his status as a “Dhurandhar” (master/powerhouse) of Hindi cinema by featuring in the year’s highest-grossing film, Aankhen. The Ramanand Sagar’s directorial spy thriller moulded him as a massive superstar, with the film embedded with pioneering foreign locations and a dashing performance as a secret agent. Aankhen was…

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Notably, Dharmendra-Hema Malini superhit film film “Seeta Aur Geeta”was notably remade, adapted, or inspired several versions

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”…

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Remembering Padma Bhushan Awardee Shamshad Begum :Singing Star of Yore

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…

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Amitabh describes ‘Internetconnectivity as “Lifeline” for his”extended family’ connect

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…

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Brett Lee’s 2026 reflection of gratitude, of their 2006 collaboration on the song “You’re the One for Me”.

The cricket icon Brett Lee’s tibute to the late Asha Bhosle, following her passing at age 92, was an emotional, heartfelt, and touching message. Former Australia pacer Brett Lee and legendary singer Asha Bhosle formed an unlikely musical pairing in 2007 that produced the hit track “You’re the One for Me”. Yet, it is Lee’s…

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