Timeless Indian Melodies

(Author: Alex Almeida) In the journey of Hindi cinema, it has produced many vamps like Bindu, Helen, Aruna Irani, Jayshree T, Shoma Anand, Kunika, Navneet Nishaan, Supriya Karnik, Huma Khan, Faryal, Bela Bose , and many more. But the mother of all these vamps is none other than Lalita Pawar . Lalita Pawar started acting at a very young age in the film Raja Harischandra (1928) . And later went on to play leading roles in many films in the '40s. In the year 1942, in the film Jung-E-Azadi , she had to be slapped by her co-star Master Bhagwan . The timing of the shot went wrong, and Bhagwan Dada slapped her so hard that it damaged her eye. The damage was a permanent loss to her, and she had many surgeries to be done as her eye vein was damaged. After three years of treatment, she was left with a defective eye, forcing her to switch to character roles. In the coming years, Lalita Pawar became one of the most established vamps of Hindi and Marathi cinema that people would re...

(Author: Alex Almeida) The favorite season of India and most of Mumbaikar’s is back the lovely monsoon.The time when season arrives it’s a common thing for people to share a post on the classic song Rim jihm gire saawan . The hit song from the film Manzil (1979) where we see a younger Amitabh Bachchan wearing a suit and beautiful Moushmi Chatterjee in chiffon saree enjoying the rains of the city at different locations in background of the song. The making of the song has lot of interesting stories to tell. It was not the artificial rain as usually used in film shoots but was actually pouring in Mumbai when the song was shot and both the lead actors were totally drenched. Amitabh Bachchan being taller than Mosuhmi Chatterjee had to match the steps while walking on the streets in the rain while he had to take smaller steps to match with his costar. But sometimes it would happen that Moushmi Chatterjee would feel she is left behind and would go further and camera would fol...

The 80s was an iconic decade in Indian cinema, and it's impossible to talk about it without mentioning the trio of Mithun Chakraborthy, Bappi Lahiri, and B Subash. Together, they produced numerous hit songs that continue to be popular today. One such song is "Mera Dil Gaye Ja Zooby Zooby Zooby," which was inspired by the 1986 song "Brother Louie" by the disco band Modern Talking. Bappi Lahiri added an Indian touch to the song, and it became an instant chartbuster. However, there is an untold story behind this iconic song. The actress who performed on the song, Sarla Yeolekar, was not originally part of the film. B Subash had initially wanted Smita Patil for the role and had even given her a double role in the film as Mithun Chakraborthy's mother and sister. However, while shooting for the film, Smita Patil was in the early stages of pregnancy, and B Subash decided to shoot the sister's character first with her. After her delivery, he planned to shoot the...

Bollywood, also known as the Hindi film industry, has been entertaining audiences for over a century with its unique blend of music, drama, and romance. Over the years, Bollywood has produced some of the most iconic movies that have become cultural touchstones for Indian society. From epic historical dramas to socially relevant stories, Bollywood movies have showcased a range of themes and genres that have touched the hearts of millions of people. In this article, we will take a look at some of the greatest Bollywood movies of all time before 1980. Bollywood movies before 1980 were known for their deep-rooted storytelling and memorable performances. These movies explored a range of themes from love, loss, and betrayal to social and economic inequality. Here are some of the greatest Bollywood movies of all time before 1980. Pyaasa (1957): Directed by Guru Dutt , "Pyaasa" is a critically acclaimed film that explores the themes of love, greed, and exploitation in post-independen...

Parveen Babi , the iconic Indian actress known for her beauty, talent, and glamorous presence, was remembered on her birth anniversary recently by her contemporary, Zeenat Aman . Zeenat Aman, also a renowned actress in the Bollywood industry, took to social media to pay tribute to Parveen Babi, recalling their similarities, dispelling rumors of rivalry, and sharing her admiration for her as a person beyond the tabloid stories. In this blog, we will delve deeper into Zeenat Aman's heartfelt tribute to Parveen Babi and reflect on the remarkable life and legacy of the late actress. Similarities and Warmth: Zeenat Aman reminisces about how she and Parveen Babi wore their hair in a similar manner and enjoyed Western fashion during the 70s, leading to an uncanny resemblance between them. She mentions that they were often mistaken for each other, and as recently as last year, Zeenat Aman was approached in Dubai as "Parveen ma'am". Despite this, Zeenat Aman highlights that t...

Kishore Kumar was a legendary Indian playback singer and actor who ruled the hearts of millions of fans across the world. He was known for his unique voice, versatility, and eccentric personality. But, apart from his professional achievements, Kishore Kumar was also famous for his tumultuous personal life. He got married four times in his lifetime, and each marriage was marked by its own set of controversies and dramas. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the four marriages of Kishore Kumar and the events that surrounded them. Kishore Kumar's first marriage was with Bengali singer and actress Ruma Guha Thakurta . They got married in 1950, and their marriage lasted for eight years. Ruma was Kishore's first wife and the mother of his son, Amit Kumar. However, their marriage was marred by frequent fights and misunderstandings, and they eventually got divorced in 1958. Kishore Kumar's second marriage was with actress Madhubala , one of the most beautiful and talen...

As a lover of Indian cinema and music, it is disheartening to see the growing trend of remaking old Indian songs. While some may argue that these remakes are a way to bring back the magic of the past and introduce it to a new generation, I believe that this practice must be stopped for several reasons. Firstly , remaking old songs indicates a lack of creativity in the music industry. The industry is relying on old melodies instead of creating new, original music. While there are certainly examples of successful remakes, the practice, in general, stifles innovation. It denies young musicians the chance to showcase their skills and experiment with new sounds, ultimately restricting the growth of the industry. Secondly , remaking old songs is disrespectful to the original creators. These songs were composed and sung by talented artists who dedicated their time and energy to producing something unique and special. When a new artist remakes these songs, they are essentially claiming credit ...