Smita Patil Amitabh Bachchan andPrakash Mehra.And one rain song that somehow became permanently soaked into Hindi cinema memory.

The iconic 1982 rain song “Aaj Rapat Jaayein Toh” from Prakash Mehra’s blockbuster “Namak Halaal” became permanently soaked into Hindi cinema memory. Featuring Amitabh Bachchan’s high-octane charm and Smita Patil’s hesitant yet iconic performance, it blended parallel cinema elegance with commercial massy style. The song is remembered for its dramatic, drenched atmosphere and, ironically, Smita…

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Sai Tamhankar lauds Kriti Sanon’s well-deserved National Award win for “Mimi”

Sai Tamhankar lauded Kriti Sanon’s well-deserved National Award win for Mimi, acknowledging the 2021 film as a major turning point that brought her significant recognition and awards. Tamhankar noted that the film strengthened her career, stating, “Mimi sort of marked my existence in the industry”. “Mimi actually marked her existence in the industry, it’s a…

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Prasoon Joshi designated new Chairman of Prasar Bharti

According to announcement by the Ministry for Information & Broadcasting renowned lyricist, ad guru, and former CBFC chairperson Prasoon Joshi has been designated as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati, India’s public service broadcaster.. He replaces former chairman Navneet Kumar Sehgal, effective immediately.Role: Chairman of Prasar Bharati (Board Head).Prasoon Joshi is the celebrated lyricist, screenwriter,…

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Seeing Raj Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor in one frame it feels like destiny caught mid-sentence, witnessing the inheritance of cinema passing from one brother to another.

The rare sight isn’t just a photograph;it is the very foundation of the Kapoor legacy frozen in time.”“When Raj Kapoor’s vision met Shashi Kapoor’s charm in one frame, history didn’t just walk in—it posed.”“Two pillars of Indian storytelling, bringing the passion of theatre and the magic of the silver screen together.” They spanned the transition…

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