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Subhash K Jha revisits Shoojit Sircar’s directorial debut Yahaan, which released 20 years ago in a new installment of This Day That Year series.

Beautiful faces, smiling faces, saddened faces, perturbed faces… The Kashmir that we see in debutant director Shoojit Sircar’s Yahaan is a valley of mystery and joy. Cinematographer Jakob Ishre has used blue-tinged lenses to highlight the mood of doom and beauty.

There have been at least two other films earlier where love has unfolded in the clammy clasp of Kashmiri militancy. Neither Vinod Chopra’s Mission Kashmir nor Ashok Pandit’s Sheen got the the sur of romance-in-the-times-of-ravages.

Yahaan inches closer to the romance and brutal realism of the Valley without losing out on the basic aethetic value of the story. Director Sircar takes his time to build up a romance. The early sequences showing the army offier Captain Aman(Jimmy Shergill) darting open-mouthed looks...

Trivia: 80s Female South Actress Was Forced Into Marriage, Charged More Salary Than Rekha But Tragically Died At 35 ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia; Facebook )

Indian cinema was blessed with some talented actresses in the 80s, including Rekha, Sridevi, Jaya Prada, and Amrita Singh, among others. But there was one shining star from the South, at the peak of her career, who tragically died at the age of 80. She was a sensation, and every director/ producer wanted to work with her. Scroll below to know who!

She earned more than Rekha!

At that time, Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Sathyaraj were among the highest-earning Indian actors. But our female leads weren’t any less! Vijayshanthi and Bhanupriya were also taking home huge paychecks.

Meanwhile, this South actress in question was also rising high in success. She was charging a remuneration of 1 lakh back in the 1990s while Rekha was getting paid 75,000.

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Paresh Rawal And Akshay Kumar ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Paresh Rawal has been making headlines ever since he stepped away from Hera Pheri 3. Fans were shocked to hear that the beloved Baburao won’t be returning for the third part of the cult comedy franchise. While the film entered into a legal battle between Paresh Rawal and Akshay Kumar‘s production house, Cape Of Good Films, let us look back at another Akshay Kumar sequel from which Paresh Rawal opted out. Yes, in the time before Hera Pheri 3, it was Oh My God 2 that the actor chose not to be associated with.

Paresh Rawal Said No To Omg 2 Before Hera Pheri 3

After delivering a hit like Omg! Oh My God, in 2012, with Akshay Kumar, fans expected Paresh Rawal to return in the sequel. But the actor chose not to be part of Omg 2, which was eventually released in...

Mika Singh & Shah Rukh Khan (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Popular singer Mika Singh once shared his first meeting with Shah Rukh Khan and gifting a 50 lakh ring to Gurdaas Maan, Amitabh Bachchan, and King Khan. He also recalled an interesting anecdote from Hrithik Roshan’s birthday party, which was attended by Ranveer Singh and Srk, and they all travelled together. Read on to know more.

Mika Singh Reminisced His First Meeting With Shah Rukh Khan

The Badshah of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, is known for his chivalrous and humble nature. Musician Mika Singh, who claimed to be a big fan of Shah Rukh Khan, recently expressed his fondness towards him. In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Mika recalled his first meeting with Srk. He shared, “Shah Rukh Khan is one of the best actors, best gentleman hai. Main unka bohot bada fan hu. Meri hamesha yeh ring rehti hai (pointing towards it). Yeh 50 lakhs ki ring hai.

Asha Parekh And Shammi Kapoor ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Legendary actress Asha Parekh is one of the most iconic actresses of Hindi cinema. It’s been seven decades of her acting career in which she has shared screen with notable co-stars Rajesh Khanna, Shammi Kapoor, and Dharmendra. Let’s revisit the time when Asha Parekh broke her silence on rumours of her marriage to Shammi Kapoor. Read on to know more.

Asha Parekh Addressed The Marriage Rumours Linked To Shammi Kapoor

Asha Parekh was one of the highest-paid actresses of her time. Apart from her professional life, she has often been in the limelight because of her personal life. In a candid conversation with Arbaaz Khan’s chat show, The Invincibles Series Season 2, Asha Parekh opened up on her alleged marriage with co-star Shammi Kapoor. The 82-year-old actress shared, “This is a long story. We were shooting in Mahabaleshwar, and I...

Director Raj Kumar Santoshi talks with Subhash K Jha on his 2002 drama The Legend Of Bhagat Singh, why he choose Ajay Devgn for the lead role and much more.

Why was the making of The Legend Of Bhagat Singh so important to you?

I’ll be very honest with you. When I was a child of 13 or 14, I remember asking my father (the late filmmaker P.L.Santoshi) about Bhagat Singh. As the evening fell in Lonavala my father told me all the details about Bhagat Singh’s life . That evening’s conversation with my father remained in my mind . While working with Govindji (Nihalani), I picked up this fine habit of reading . Any city I’d go to, I’m sure to pick up books. That’s how I familiarized myself with Bhagat Singh’s life. Then, during the time I made my early films like Andaz Apna Apna,...

Music lovers were in awe as they attended Sau Saal Pehle 2.0 – Ek Baar Phir Se, Sonu Nigam’s heartfelt tribute to the late legend Mohammed Rafi. Organised by Nr Talent & Event Management, the concert was a fitting tribute to Mohammed Rafi’s enduring legacy, with Sonu Nigam paying homage to his musical father. The audience, comprising many who travelled from across the country, sang along as the Padma Shri recipient rendered close to 50 songs in a 3.5-hour concert at the Grand Theatre, Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (Nmacc), without a break.

The lineup included iconic songs from Mohammed Rafi’s timeless repertoire, accompanied by a live orchestra. The audience was visibly moved by Sonu Nigam’s renditions of classics like ‘Tu Kahan Ye Bata’, ‘Tum Jo Mil Gaye Ho’, ‘Main Zindagi Ka Saath’, ‘Rang Aur Noor Ki Baraat’, ‘Parda Hai Parda’, ‘Pukarta Chala Hoon Main’, ‘Dard-e-Dil’, ‘Suhaani Raat’, ‘Kya Hua Tera Waada’, among others.

Amitabh Bachchan Once Revealed Raj Kapoor Visited Him At The ICU After His Horrific Accident In Coolie( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Amitabh Bachchan is a living legend who has worked and spent time with other stalwarts of Indian cinema. Among them was the greatest showman of the film industry, Raj Kapoor. Although they did not do a movie together, they certainly shared a friendly relationship, as Big B once revealed that Raj visited him in the hospital after his accident on the sets of Coolie with a unique gift. Keep scrolling to know what this gift was!

The 1983 classic was directed by Manmohan Desai and written by Kader Khan. It featured an ensemble cast comprising Bachchan, Rishi Kapoor, Rati Agnihotri, Shoma Anand, Suresh Oberoi, and Puneet Issar. While filming a fight scene with Issar, Big B mistimed a jump, hitting the edge of a table. It resulted in a serious internal injury,...

Long before the fabulously fertile bucolic fable Dupahiya, Sonam Nair directed this sassy feature film, Gippi, for the visionary producer Karan Johar.

Meet Gippi then. She is free-spirited, unaffected, overweight, and under-confident, though not willing to show it(her lack of confidence, that is). Gippi’s story could well have become a trite, pedestrian exercise in clichéd sequences woven around the acne-ridden years of awkwardness and self-discovery. Instead, debutant director Sonam Nair gives us vibrant vignettes from a young, defiant teenager’s life in a posh school (beautifully shot by cinematographer Anshuman Mahaley) on the hills with her single mother and her kid brother who seems to like all the girlie things more than Gippi does.

Fearless and without inhibitions, Nair’s narration takes us through Gippi’s life of unfettered self-discovery. The film is littered with reams of well–written scenes where we see Gippi going through situations that help her grow up.

Asha Parekh Once Opened Up About Being Troubled By A Creepy Fan (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Asha Parekh is a celebrated Indian actress who ruled Hindi cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. She has worked with eminent film stars, from Rajesh Khanna to Shammi Kapoor, Jeetendra, and more. Parekh herself created a legacy of her own in the film industry, thus gaining several fans throughout her career. She once encountered a fan who stationed himself in front of her house and even threatened her neighbors, flaunting a knife. Keep scrolling for more.

She was celebrated for her acting prowess, striking beauty, and captivating screen presence, especially during the 1960s and 1970s—an era renowned for its glamorous leading ladies in Indian cinema. Her beauty, grace, and dignity continue to be admired even today, making her an enduring icon of classic Hindi cinema. At the height of her career, she was a...

When Babil Khan Opened Up About Coping From His Father Irrfan Khan’s Death (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Babil Khan’s now-deleted Instagram video had grabbed several eyeballs, sparking concerns for his mental health. The 26-year-old actor had shared a video wherein he could be seen breaking down and calling Bollywood a horrible industry. He also named some celebrities in the video, which led to fans getting more suspicious. This was not the first time that the actor had battled a tumultuous time.

After his father, and veteran actor Irrfan Khan, passed away on April 29, 2020, Babil Khan had opened up about having a tough time while coping with his father’s death. According to Bollywood Shaadi, Babil had revealed in a throwback interview with Bollywood Bubble on how he went on a spiral one week after his father passed away. The Qala actor recalled locking himself in his room for one and a half months.

Dear Babil Khan, We Know It’s Hard But Hang In There, Remember Irrfan Sir Struggled, Waited & Did Not Stop Till He Made It! [Opinion](Photo Credit –Instagram)

So, most of you must have been lazying this Sunday but for some heartbreaking reasons, Babil Khan, was at an emotional high this Sunday! In the early hours of a Sunday morning, the Logout actor posted some videos on his Instagram stories that were shocking. He called Bollywood fake and some actors rude.

This was followed by an apology from his team clarifying his statements, reasoning out that all of us have good and bad days, it was that bad day for Babil, who holds the legacy of one of the brightest stars of Indian Cinema – Sir Irrfan.

Babil Khan deleted the videos, which went viral like crazy on the internet, and then he deleted his Instagram account, only to restore it later.

Madhuri Dixit Shares Why She Quit Acting After Her Marriage ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Madhuri Dixit is one of the most iconic Bollywood actresses. With a career spanning over three decades, the actress has nailed every big-screen performance. However, did you know that Madhuri Dixit once decided to step away from the film industry after marrying Dr Shriram Nene? Read on to know what she revealed.

In a conversation with Galatta India, Madhuri reflected on her decision to quit acting at the peak of her career after marriage. The actress shared, “I was very happy because for me, the paraphernalia was not very important. I loved what I did. I love acting, dancing, and everything to do with my profession. Anything else is just a bonus, like people considering you a star. But I haven’t ever felt that way about me. So for me, it was never like, ‘Oh my God,...

Feroz Khan Once Reportedly Fat Shamed Shammi Kapoor (Photo Credit – Instagram/YouTube)

Feroz Khan and Shammi Kapoor were probably two of the most stylish actors of the yesteryears. They have made some great films in the world of cinema and had their ups and downs in the industry. According to a throwback report, Khan and Kapoor shared a cordial relationship, but the former once crossed the lines and allegedly fat-shamed the Junglee actor. Keep scrolling to find out what happened next.

Although there are no strong reports about their friendship, since they belonged around the same time, their paths crossed. Kapoor had a flamboyant personality with his Elvis Presley-inspired energy, and Khan also exuded a similar aura with his suave cowboy-inspired style. Actors from that era often shared a sense of camaraderie, even if they weren’t particularly close personally.

Now, according to a throwback report by News 18, Feroz...

When Feroze Khan’s Wife Walked Out Of Their Marriage (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Actor Feroze Khan was not only part of some commercially successful films in Hindi cinema but was also known for his good looks. He was known to have quite a Casanova image and possessed a charm that would make women go weak in the knees. However, there was a time when his personal life started to grab several eyeballs.

Feroze Khan tied the knot with socialite Sundari Khan in 1965. Sundari already had a daughter named Sonia from her previous marriage. The former couple had two children of their own, Laila and actor Fardeen Khan. All was well with Fardeen and Sundari’s relationship until the Arzoo actor went to Bangalore for work.

It was during his Bangalore trip that he met airhostess Jyotika Dhanrajgir, who was also a member of Hyderabad. It is said that the duo...

Bajrangi Defends His Honor In Courtroom (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan is still remembered for its heart-wrenching plot, innocence, and strong message of humanity. While fans are eagerly waiting for the sequel, the buzz indicates that the makers are actively working on it. In between, here are some strong and emotional storylines that can make Bajrangi Bhaijaan 2 another hit film.

Bajrangi in Trouble: A Spy Without a Crime

Imagine this: what if the man who brought two nations together is suddenly called a traitor? In this story, a video of Bajrangi helping someone across the border goes viral, but instead of praise, he’s accused of being a spy. Both Indian and Pakistani authorities start probing his actions, and he is shockingly arrested and labeled a cross-border operative. The case was tried in an international court, and Bajrangi struggles to prove his innocence, leading to emotional and tense courtroom drama.

When Raveena Tandon Called This Co-Star A Rare Combination Of Actor & Dancer(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Raveena Tandon once reflected on her time in Bollywood and showered praises on one of her co-stars, who called him a huge talent. She spoke with genuine admiration, calling him a rare gem whose comic timing and dance moves made every shoot unforgettable. Her words were a warm nod to this star who helped define an era of classic Bollywood entertainers. Can you guess this actor? Keep scrolling to find out.

Raveena is a well-accomplished actress who ruled the Hindi film industry in the 90s. The actress worked in various movies, from action to comedy. In the 2000s, she even did arthouse movies, winning critical acclaim, including the National Film Award for Best Actress for Daman. She used to be a top actress who worked with the most prominent actors of that time, Akshay Kumar,...

Raj Kapoor Once Fired Shots At Shammi Kapoor At The Airport For An Ad ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Raj Kapoor and Shammi Kapoor were part of the Kapoor clan, sons of Prithviraj Kapoor, who carved their unique paths in Bollywood. Raj became famous as the Showman of Indian Cinema. On the other hand, Shammi gained fame for his energetic and youthful performances. The Junglee star once revealed how his elder brother gave him the scolding of his life at the airport. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Though they had different views on fame and cinema, Shammi and Raj Kapoor shared a strong brotherly bond. Raj, the elder, often acted as a mentor, while Shammi forged his own path with his free-spirited style. Despite occasional clashes over tradition and change, their relationship was rooted in deep respect and affection, helping keep the Kapoor family closely united.

Shammi Kapoor has worked with several...

When Shabana Azmi Was Humiliated By A Choreographer & She Left The Set Crying ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi is known for her powerful performances and trailblazing career. However, she, too, had a vulnerable phase in the industry. The actress once recalled an incident where her choreographer humiliated her on the sets of Parvarish. She walked out of the set and even started crying while walking barefoot on the road. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Parvarish was a film by Manmohan Desai featuring an ensemble cast led by Shammi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, Vinod Khanna, Neetu Singh, and Shabana. Amjad Khan and Kader Khan played the villains in this movie. It was one of the highest-grossing films of that year and among Desai’s four hits of the year as well.

In a throwback interview with Adi Pocha [via Bollywood Shaadis], Shabana Azmi shared an incident from the sets of Parvarish when she...

In this edition of This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha revisits Tumse Achcha Kaun Hai which released 23 Years ago today.

Not to be confused with the Shammi Kapoor starrer of the same name, Tumse Achcha Kaun Hai was a fairly engaging watch that never got its due. Decency and good taste dribble out of Deepak Anand’s mildly diverting romantic musical. We may not think much of another coming-of-age film about an innocent rustic’s rise and fall in the Big Bad City. But Anand’s film conveys a certain artless charm that keeps us smiling to the very end, even if we know all along how the story of the innocent abroad is going to end finally.

Right from the time when Raj Kapoor made Shree 420, the theme of a migrant’s dreams in the city of concrete nightmares has fascinated mainstream Hindi filmmakers. Like Rk’s...

When Dev Anand Was Mistaken For Shammi Kapoor By A Huge Crowd & This Is How He Handled The Situation( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Dev Anand and Shammi Kapoor were two of the most charming actors of the yesteryears who ruled the film industry in the 1950s and 1960s. They also ruled the people’s hearts with their handsome looks. However, there was a time when a crowd of fans mistook Dev for Shammi, and what followed next is quite an amusing tale, which was once shared by Saira Banu. Scroll below for the deets.

Anand and Kapoor had completely different personas; the former had a sophisticated, suave, and poetic style. On the other hand, Shammi was more energetic, flamboyant, and rebellious kind. They both had their specific mannerisms, which set them apart. Both redefined the romantic hero persona and left a rich legacy behind. Saira made her feature film debut with Junglee,...

Kesari Chapter 2 Is Being Hailed As One Of The Finest Offerings By Dharma Productions (Photo Credit – Dharma Productions)

The Akshay Kumar starrer Kesari Chapter 2, bankrolled by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, was released in the theatres on April 18, 2025. The film unravels the untold story of the horrifying Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It chronicles the tale of C Sankaran Nair’s fight against the British Empire. The riveting subject has struck a positive chord with the audience, such that it is being hailed as one of the finest offerings by Dharma Productions.

Kesari Chapter 2 is being celebrated to be a fine blend of a gut-wrenching story and a soulful connect. The incidents shown in the film promise to tug at your heartstrings, and how! On top of it, the intricate direction by Karan Singh Tyagi and the powerful performances by Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday is being the cherry on the cake.

Ananya Panday Impresses In Kesari Chapter 2 (Photo Credit – Dharma Production)

Kesari Chapter 2 which was released on April 18, 2025, in the theatres, has won the hearts of the audience and evoked a sense of pain, anger, and patriotism in our hearts. The movie unravels the untold story of the horrifying Jallianwala Bagh massacre and the fight of one man, C Sankaran Nair, against the British Empire. Actress Ananya Panday, who plays lawyer Dilreet Gill in the film, has also been winning several laurels for her performance in the movie.

Ananya Panday plays the colleague of Akshay Kumar’s C Sankaran Nair who encourages him to wage a fight against the British Empire. Fans are in awe of the resilience and determination that she has showcased in her performance. Be it her powerful dialogues or authentic look, the audience feels that nobody other than her would have done justice to this role.

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Ranbir Kapoor’s Grand Uncle Shammi Kapoor Wanted Him To Marry This Bollywood Actress (Photo Credit – Wikipedia/Zee5)

Ranbir Kapoor was known to share a close bond with his grandfather Shammi Kapoor. The legendary actor’s last big screen appearance was also Ranbir’s 2011 film Rockstar, wherein he was seen in a cameo appearance. The film was posthumously released after the actor’s demise on November 11, 2011. However, did you know that the late actor had once manifested his grandson to end up with this popular Bollywood actress, and no, we are not talking about Alia Bhatt.

We are talking about none other than Ranbir Kapoor’s ex-girlfriend Deepika Padukone. Yes, you heard that right! Shammi Kapoor had a strong liking for the Pathaan actress and expressed his desire for her to end up with his grandson. A fan-made edit on Instagram showed a throwback interview of the Junglee actor wherein...

Asha Parekh Once Felt This Co-Star Had A Little Bit Of Inferiority Complex( Photo Credit – SonyLiv )

Asha Parekh is a distinguished yesteryear actress who started her journey as a child artist. She is regarded as one of the finest actresses in the industry who has appeared in more than eighty-five films. She has received multiple accolades in her career and has worked with some of the most prominent actors in the industry, from Rajesh Khanna to Shammi Kapoor. The actress once shared her experience of working with a male actor who she believed had an inferiority complex, but it changed after he gained stardom. Scroll below for the deets.

She debuted as a child artist in Maa and then completed her education before returning to showbiz. Parekh then debuted as a leading actress in Dil Deke Dekho opposite the charming Shammi Kapoor. Some of her best-known movies include Ziddi, Love in Tokyo,...

Sair Banu Once Revealed How Shammi Kapoor Pretended To Scold Her When She Was Failing To Perform A Scene(Photo Credit – YouTube)

Shammi Kapoor was a legendary actor and his characters were full of energy. The veteran star has worked with many talented actors and actresses including the gorgeous Saira Banu. She made her debut with Junglee opposite Kapoor, and while filming a song, the actress was failing to do it correctly. Saira got nervous with a large crowd around watching them shoot and broke down in tears leading Shammi to scold her. However, this gave her the much-needed push to know the entire story and keep scrolling.

Junglee was a comedy film starring Shammi and Saira in the leading roles. It was directed by Subodh Mukherjee, known for movies like Paying Guest, Abhinetri, Teesri Aankh, and more. The movie also featured Shashikala, Anoop Kumar, and Lalita Pawar in supporting roles.

I was only 24 when I met Manmohan Desai. Just eight years later, this man who was full of joie de vivre was gone.

How? The suddenness of this happy-go-lucky man’s death drove all of us movie buffs up the wall. To me Manji, still seems like the least likely candidate for self annihilation.

Though his aching back was against the wall, literally, he held forth on man movies and life with an infectious zest. His comments on offbeat films and filmmakers had me in splits. His films were kitsch art, though catch him admitting to anything arty about his works! His cinematic world encompassed a utopia where high melodrama resolved itself magically. To his abiding exasperation critics insisted on searching for logic in his films.

The maverick moviemaker said to me, “Do they realize how much brains and money are needed to make my kind of films? I really enjoy what I’m doing.

In this fascinating feature, Subhash K Jha looks back at the incredible career of writer, director and actor, the brilliant Lekh Tandon.

Recently Anil Kapoor spoke about how the 1980 film Ek Baar Kaho changed the course of his career. The long post made mention of everyone, from the film’s luminous leading lady, Shabana Azmi, to the producers, Rajshri Productions. But Anil forgot to mention Lekh Tandon, who directed Ek Baar Kaho!

This was the story of Lekh Tandon’s life: his films got recognition. He didn’t. Lekh Tandon was one of our most prolific and underrated directors. His range stretched from the playful Professor to the magical Dulhan Wohi Jo Piya Man Bhaye to the illogical Jahan Pyar Mile. His most celebrated film was the historical Amrapali (1966), which recreated the legendary romance between Amrapali, the courtesan, played by Vyjayanthimala, and Ajayshatru, the emperor of Magadh, played by Sunil Dutt.

Raj Kapoor Held A Huge Box Office Record For 10,959 Days Straight! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The showman of Indian Cinema who made us believe—Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan, Iske Siwa Jaana Kahaan—the great Raj Kapoor was born exactly 100 years ago. As the Kapoors celebrate his 100th birth anniversary, we decided to take a quick recap on an insane achievement of his career.

He was the greatest – Shashi Kapoor & Shammi Kapoor’s brother, Randhir, Rishi, and Rajiv Kapoor’s father, Babita and Neetu Kapoor’s father-in-law, Karisma, Kareena, Ranbir, Riddhima Kapoor, Adar & Armaan Jain’s grandfather, Taimur, Jeh, Navya Naveli Nanda & Agastya Nanda’s great-grandfather! The legacy he left was imbibed by the youngsters of the Kapoor – Nanda family.

Raj Kapoor’s First Step In Cinema

Raj Kapoor holds an impeccable box office record that was unbeatable for 20 long years. He made his debut in 1943 with a film called Gauri, which...

Here’s revisiting the box office performance of Ranbir Kapoor’s Rockstar!(Photo Credit – YouTube)

The Ranbir Kapoor starrer musical drama Rockstar clocks in 13 years today (November 11). All the movie enthusiasts and music lovers out there abide by the film for establishing a cultural reset with its gut-wrenching plot, a brutally honest performance by Ranbir, and some iconic soundtracks. Many fans also feel that the film did not get its due credit at the box office upon its release 13 years ago and instead was celebrated upon its re-release this year. Let us take a trip down the memory lane and revisit the box office performance of the movie.

Rockstar Box Office Revisit

The Ranbir Kapoor starrer was mounted at a budget of 66 crore. It opened at 11 crores, which was considered a decent opening. The movie managed to rake in numbers due to a positive word of mouth and an immense critical acclaim.

Shashi Kapoor In 1965 Ruled The Box Office With Two Highest Grossing Films Of The Year! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

It was 59 years ago that Shashi Kapoor made a historic record at the box office, which is very rare for actors to achieve these days. In fact, a record that still stands unbeatable at the box office. It was on November 5 that Raj Kapoor’s brother arrived on-screen with Jab Jab Phool Khile.

It was a beautiful romantic drama based on Kashmir. A love story of a rich tourist girl and a pahaadi boatman. The actor delivered the most profitable film that was based on the backdrop of Kashmir. In fact, it still is the most profitable film in Kashmir!

Shashi Kapoor’s film is even more profitable than The Kashmir Files, the most profitable film on Kashmir, which was released in this decade. However, Jab Jab Phool Khile registered a profit higher than The Kashmir Files,...

Raj Kapoor & Dilip Kumar Shared A Frienship Beyond Cinema. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

It was on the unfateful day of June 2, 1988, when the Showman of Indian Cinema, Raj Kapoor, breathed his last. The superstar passed away after struggling for his life. But in the last few days, his health deteriorated, and he slipped into Coma. While his family was by his side in these last days, his best friend Dilip Kumar was also informed about his condition.

Dilip Kumar, who was in Pakistan for an event, rushed back to Delhi to be by his best friend’s side. The superstar, however, did not know that this was the last time he was meeting his ‘Laale Di Jaan’, a title he gave him endearingly.

Dilip Kumar could not believe that Raj Kapoor had slipped into Coma, and he tried every bit to revive him. To bring him back to consciousness, the Naya...

Imtiaz Ali On Ranbir Kapoor’s Rockstar Song ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Facebook )

Rockstar is considered one of Imtiaz Ali’s best directorials. The musical romantic drama stars Ranbir Kapoor, Nargis Fakhri, Aditi Rao Hydari, Kumud Mishra, Piyush Mishra, Shammi Kapoor, Sanjana Sanghi and others. Ali’s film was released in 2011 and is loved for its music, performances, emotionally driven story and amazing direction.

Even after a decade, movie buffs can’t get enough of Rockstar. From decoding Ranbir Kapoor’s character Janardan, aka Jordan, to the songs, fans have something intriguing to say about the Imtiaz Ali film. A R Rahman composed one of his best albums for this Hindi film. From Jo Bhi Main to Nadaan Parindey, every song hits deeply, and the love for them keeps growing every year. But did you know Imtiaz had requested Rahman to make a kharab (bad) song for the film?

In an interview with Fever FM,...

It is one of Hindi films’ most cherished and eternal romantic songs, featuring the urbane Guru Dutt and the ethereal Waheeda Rehman, but the dream-like music for “Chaudhvin Ka Chand Ho” was scored by its composer within 10 minutes and its opening lyrics took even lesser time. Music director Ravi, to whom we owe this melody, revealed the tune came to him as he was returning home from work and it took him “just 5 to 7 minutes” to refine it.

Stopping there, he called up lyricist Shakeel Badayuni and recited “Chaudvin ka chand ho…”. In a minute, Shakeel responded with “Ya aftaab ho…” and after another couple of minutes, added “Jo bhi ho tum khuda ki kasam, laajawab ho”.

“Chaudvin ka Chand” (1960) proved to be a pace-setter for Ravi, who was born in Delhi on this day (March 3) in 1926, for it established his reputation, and he went on to score for many...

Suniel Shetty, who is a judge on the reality show, ‘Dance Deewane’, took lessons in making reels from contestants Varsha Kawale and Srirang Sakharam. He said, “Main khud reel banaunga.” In a nostalgic nod to retro Bollywood, Varsha and Srirang hit the floor with a performance to the iconic Mohammed Rafi-Asha Bhosle track ‘O Haseena Zulfon Wali’ from the 1966 film ‘Teesri Manzil’. The song was originally picturised on Shammi Kapoor and Helen.

Dressed as the yesteryear stars, Varsha and Srirang stunned judges Madhuri Dixit Nene and Suniel Shetty, along with star guest Bhagyashree.

Apart from dancing, Varsha brought the art of making viral reels onstage, giving tips to her dance companion Srirang.

The social media sensation and influencer imparted knowledge about content creation, taking her dance partner through the nuances of acting, the use of a ring light, and the importance of timing.

Impressed by her acting class, Suniel jokingly...

Her incandescent beauty, innocent sensuality, and effervescent persona still send hearts aflutter and earned her the sobriquet of “Venus of Indian films”, but Madhubala’s enigmatic and beguiling smile and charm masked a lifetime of pain and suffering.

Madhubala, who passed away on this day (February 23) in 1969, earned tributes that have rarely been matched, leave alone surpassed.

She acted in a film named after her when she was not even midway through her career, was being copied or parodied when she was still acting, and is possibly the only Indian, film or otherwise, with a song dedicated to her being played at the Olympics.

She was also compared to the near-contemporary Marilyn Monroe – the two would pass away within a few years of each other, both aged 36, but did not welcome this as she did not consider herself a sex symbol.

Performances as the captivating but star-crossed Anarkali of “Mughal-e-Azam...

Notorious for terrorising at least two generations of top heroes – in reel life – with just his trademark glare, steely voice, and facial expressions ranging from ferocious to sneering, he especially stood out for his film relations with Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, whom he once bested onscreen with two words.

In one standard of the lost-and-found potboiler genre, Amitabh, with his role’s habitual insouciance, asks a stern-looking, impeccably-dressed character: “Aap kaun hai mai-baap?”. Pat came the terse reply: “Tumhara baap”.

This was “Amar Akbar Anthony” (1977) – one of the 11 that Pran, born on this day (February 12) in 1920 – did with the Big B, playing with his father two times more or a reluctant ally. Of these, at least 9 are intrinsic to the Bachchan legend, including “Zanjeer” (1973), “Don” (1978), “Naseeb” (1981), “Kaalia” (1981), “Sharaabi” (1984), and “Shahenshah” (1988)

Pran also had a major part in launching the Big B’s path to stardom as it was he – and...

I noticed something curious. Director Siddharth Anand of the film ‘Fighter’ says that his film flopped because 90% of Indian moviegoers have never sat in an airplane! I was amazed, amused, but, most of all, I was worried. Worried, because this is how the maker of a Rs 400-crore film thinks!

My mind instantly went back to Shakti Samanta’s ‘An Evening In Paris’ (1967), where a bikini-clad Sharmila Tagore is sea skiing as Shammi Kapoor courts her hanging from a helicopter. After learning what Malhotra had said to explain why his film had failed, I wondered how many people hang from a helicopter to court a woman! I don’t know anybody who has done such a thing and still, ‘An Evening In Paris’ was a major hit! I can cite hundreds of such examples.

Of course, the audience must first identify with the subject of a film. The other factor...

Amitabh Bachchan’s Film With Subhash Ghai Was Shelved After A Showdown & Then Boney Kapoor Pitched Ram Lakhan (Picture Credit: IMDb)

Old-age Bollywood is an era where a lot happened and was never revealed. Most of the stories were slid under covers, and many of them were shared and remembered in memories but weren’t published ever. One such story happened on one of the elaborate sets of Subhash Ghai’s film that starred Amitabh Bachchan in the lead.

The angry young man was the muse for the showman of the industry, and they were working on a film titled Devaa. The shoot began in 1987. The film also starred Raaj Kumar, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Shammi Kapoor, and Ila Arun, and the music was given by Laxmikant Pyarelal. However, the film was eventually shelved. Guess why? Because of Big B, cheating Ghai and their regular ego-clashes.

A report in IMDb trivia quoted...

It was still some years before he attained iconic status as a Bollywood villain while revealing his real identity to the bemused hero in his trademark soft yet menacing drawl, but before Ajit, whose birth anniversary falls on January 27, became the “Loin”, he had to receive a salutary lesson in dealing with big cats onscreen – from Balraj Sahni.

Ajit recalled they were shooting for costume swashbuckler “Dharti” (1970) – a remake of Tamil film “Sivandha Mann” with Rajendra Kumar stepping into the shoes of Sivaji Ganesan, and a scene had him, as the evil Diwan, coming down on a lift with a tiger on a leash to where Sahni was waiting.

However, Sahni refused to go along, noting that he had agreed to “work with humans, not beasts”, and the scene had to be shot without him.

After this, Ajit, in an article for Urdu film magazine ‘Shama’ in 1975, said that he...

Born and raised in Byculla, Bombay, daughter of a cop who used to be responsible for Mahatma Gandhi’s security bandobast, and adopted for life by Calcutta, Usha Uthup is the voice and spirit of the Swinging Sixties that the eastern metropolis was synonymous with till the Bangladesh War and the red shadow of Naxalism changed it forever.

Now, honoured with the Padma Bhushan, along with her ‘Disco Dancer’ star Mithun Chakraborty, 12 years after she was conferred the Padma Shri, Usha Uthup (formerly Iyer), the Queen of Indian Pop famous for her husky voice, boundless energy, distinctive red bindi and tastefully selected Kanjivarams, sang herself into popular imagination with two anthemic numbers of Hindi cinema’s disco era — Hari Om Hari and Aha Nache Nache.

Not formally trained in music, Uthup got her first singing break in a nightclub in Madras before she moved to Trincas, the Mecca of Park...

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared a photograph featuring him alongside Rekha, Raj Kapoor and Shammi Kapoor among many other friends and said that there is a “huge story” behind it. Amitabh took to his blog, where he shared the picture.

In the image, he is seen standing on a stage while holding a mic. Alongside him, there is Rekha, Vinod Khanna, Raj Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor, Mehmood, and Shammi Kapoor.

Amitabh simply wrote, “And.. aaahhh .. there is a huge story behind this photograph .. someday it shall be narrated.”

The cine icon is currently in Ayodhya to attend the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.

On Sunday night he greeted his fans outside Jalsa in Mumbai.

He wrote: “wishes to them that spend hours in waiting .. my admiration of course but more my respect for them .. through the years and years of their love and affection ..”...

Mumtaz Reveals No Actor ‘Wanted Work With Her,’ Dilip Kumar Too Had Raised Concerns Before Doing ‘Ram Aur Shyam’ ( Photo Credit – Instagram; IMDb )

We often come across interviews of yesteryear stars who have often spoken about the struggles they have faced in the past. Just recently, we saw two veteran actresses, Neetu Kapoor and Zeenat Aman, come on Koffee With Karan and spill the beans on the working patterns of the Bollywood industry in that era and how drastically it has changed now. Recently, another veteran actress, Mumtaz, opened up about the same and revealed how she was labeled a ‘B-Grade’ actress for doing small roles.

The diva, who entered the industry as a child artist in 1958 at the age of 11, starred in a number of films. But it was only during ‘Do Raaste’ that she gained massive recognition and became one of the most sought-after actresses in the Hindi Film Industry.

New Delhi, Dec 30 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has appreciated the beauty of the legendary actress Sharmila Tagore, and recalled how during the shoot of the romantic thriller ‘An Evening in Paris’, the latter stopped the traffic in France.

Sharmila is regarded as one of the Indian cinema’s most accomplished actresses. She is the recipient of the National Film Award, and Padma Bhushan. Her famous works include ‘Kashmir Ki Kali’, ‘Waqt’, ‘Anupama’, ‘An Evening in Paris’, ‘Aamne Saamne’, ‘Satyakam’, ‘Aradhana’, ‘Amar Prem’, ‘Daag’, ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Mausam’, among numerous others.

She married Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, the titular Nawab of Pataudi and Bhopal and former captain of the Indian cricket team in 1968. They had three children: actor Saif Ali Khan; Saba and Soha Ali Khan.

The 79-year-old actress appeared on the finale episode of the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ along with her granddaughter and actress Sara Ali Khan.

New Delhi, Dec 29 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared an anecdote about the veteran actress Helen, and talked about how she had escaped from the Japanese occupation of Burma in 1943, during the World War 2, and came to India.

Helen is a well known dancer and is known for her character roles. Born in Rangoon, Burma (now known as Myanmar),

Helen’s family trekked to Dibrugarh, Assam in 1943 in order to escape from the Japanese occupation of Burma.

Later on, Helen got her major break at the age of 19 in 1958, when she performed on the song ‘Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu’ in the movie ‘Howrah Bridge’.

With legendary actor Shammi Kapoor, she did many hit dance numbers like ‘Suku Suku’ in ‘Junglee’, ‘Yamma Yamma’ in ‘China Town’, and ‘O Haseena Zulfonwali’ in ‘Teesri Manzil’.

Amitabh, who is currently hosting the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ welcomed the roll over contestant...

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan revealed that how the word ‘Yahoo’ in the iconic track ‘Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe’ was not sung by Mohammed Rafi but was recorded by writer Prayag Raj.

The megastar is currently hosting the gameplay ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.

Big B welcomed Dilip Mohan Shimpi from Maharashtra’s Nandurbar to the hot seat.

For Rs 10,000, the contestant was asked an audio question: “What is the first word of this song by Mohammed Rafi?”

The song played was “Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe”.

The options given were: Hurray, Yahoo, Shaava, and Chak de. The correct answer was ‘Yahoo’.

The ‘Sarkar’ actor shared: “This song is from the film ‘Junglee’. The film stars Shammi Kapoor and Saira Banu in lead roles. The music composers were Shankar-Jaikishan and Shailendra was the lyricist.”

The actor then revealed: “The ‘yahoo’ you hear in the song was not sung by Rafi. I mean,...

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan revealed that how the word ‘Yahoo’ in the iconic track ‘Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe’ was not sung by Mohammed Rafi but was recorded by writer Prayag Raj.

The megastar is currently hosting the gameplay ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.

Big B welcomed Dilip Mohan Shimpi from Maharashtra’s Nandurbar to the hot seat.

For Rs 10,000, the contestant was asked an audio question: “What is the first word of this song by Mohammed Rafi?”

The song played was “Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe”.

The options given were: Hurray, Yahoo, Shaava, and Chak de. The correct answer was ‘Yahoo’.

The ‘Sarkar’ actor shared: “This song is from the film ‘Junglee’. The film stars Shammi Kapoor and Saira Banu in lead roles. The music composers were Shankar-Jaikishan and Shailendra was the lyricist.”

The actor then revealed: “The ‘yahoo’ you hear in the song was not sung by Rafi. I mean,...

Yash Chopra & Family’s Staggering 7,500 Crore Net Worth: From Aditya Chorpa To Rani Mukerji, Here’s How Much Each Member Contributes!(Photo Credit –YouTube/koimoi/wikimedia)

Film families in India hold their rich legacy close to their hearts. From Raj Kapoor, Shammi Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor following in the footsteps of their father, Prithviraj Kapoor, to Nagarjuna paving the way for sons, Naga Chaitanya and Akhil Akkineni, the cinema business in India is predominantly run by such well-established families. While most of these clans have been leading from the front, enchanting the audience with their screen presence, there’s also one joint film family whose leading man gets all the work done from behind the camera. Yes, we are talking about the Yash Chopra family and Aditya Chopra.

Aditya Chopra, filling his father Yash Chopra’s shoes, has created an empire of his own. The man known for creating magic...

Junior Mehmood’s Last Wish Was To Meet Jeetendra, His First Co-Star ( Photo Credit – Instagram; IMDb )

Actor Junior Mehmood has passed away at the age of 67. Known for his comic skills on screen, he was an integral part of Hindi and Marathi films from the 60s. He was a part of Hindi Television for a long time. He was last seen as Mulla Nasiruddin in 2019 in Tenali Rama, a TV Serial on Sab TV.

Recently, a picture of the veteran supporting actor surfaced on the internet where Johnny Lever was seen taking care of the deceased star, who was struggling with stage 4 stomach cancer. His friend Salim Qazi confirmed the news of his death.

The Aakhiri Ichcha

His last wish was to meet two superstars he has worked with in his career – Jeetendra and Sachin Pilgaonkar. Both the actors fulfilled the ailing actor’s last wish since his condition was deteriorating every day.

Animal Box Office Day 1 Rampage: Ranbir Kapoor Beats Footfalls Of Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan, 63.80 Crore Vs 75 Crore… (Picture Credit: IMDb)

“Animal is a different beast, and it won’t accommodate in your tiny cage,” remember when Shammi Kapoor said, “Yeh bada jaanwar hai, yeh aapke chote pinjre mein nahi samayega, yeh apni duniya banayega,” about Ranbir Kapoor in Rockstar, he meant it. Animal box office collection is on a rampage mode, and Rk has done the unimaginable.

When Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Jawan collected historical figures on day 1, many people commented how it would take years for other actors from Bollywood to match this. Cut to a few months later, a star who has never played in the commercial zone (apart from a very forgettable Besharam) comes in and shatters everything.

Yes, with the opening day of 63.80 crores, Ranbir Kapoor has not only surpassed Pathaan’s day...