50 YEAR’S OF BOLLYWOOD BLOCKBUSTER SHOLAY
50th anniversary of the release of the iconic Bollywood blockbuster SHOLAY (released on 15 August 1975)Kitne Aadmi The? 50 Years of Sholay’s Unquenchable Flames On August 15, 1975, a cinematic inferno erupted across Indian screens, forever scorching the landscape of Bollywood. Sholay, directed by Ramesh Sippy and penned by the legendary duo Salim-Javed, wasn’t just […]
ECHOES OF DEFIANCE : Dr RAHAT INDORI
Echoes of Defiance: A Tribute to Dr. Rahat Indori on His 5th Death Anniversary As the calendar turns to August 11, 2025, the literary world pauses to remember a voice that thundered against injustice, a pen that painted vivid portraits of resilience, and a spirit that embodied the unyielding soul of India. Dr. Rahat Indori […]
Shakeel Badayuni ,The Great Poet-Lyricist
Tributes to Shakeel Badayuni, the great poet-lyricist on his 109thBirth anniversary (August 3) ‘’Main Shakeel Dil Ka Hoon Tarjuman Keh Mohabbaton Ka Hoon Raazdaan Mujhe Fakhr Hai Meri Shayari Meri Zindagi Se Juda Nahin” ‘’mere ham-nafas mere ham-navā mujhe dost ban ke daġhā na demaiñ huuñ dard-e-ishq se jāñ-ba-lab mujhe zindagī kī duā na de’’; […]
VOICE THAT REFUSES TO DIE,VERSATILE GENIUS
Kishore Kumar at 96: The Man, the Music, the Madness A tribute to the multifaceted genius who sang, acted, composed, directed, wrote, and lived on his own terms. The Unmatched All-Rounder On August 4, 2025, Kishore Kumar — born Abhas Kumar Ganguly — would have turned 96. For those who grew up on his voice, […]
The Eternal Tragedy Queen of Indian Cinema
Meena Kumari Celebrating the 92nd Birth Anniversary of a Cinematic and Poetic Legend On August 1, 2025, as we commemorate the 92nd birth anniversary of Meena Kumari, the legendary actress and poet, we pay homage to a luminary whose artistry continues to illuminate the annals of Indian cinema and literature. Born Mahjabeen Bano, Meena Kumari’s […]
“CHAL ROOPA…”VOICE OF THE HILLS FALLS SILENT
Kotdwar, Garhwal: “Chal Roopa… ” Writer Maheshanand Gaur, ‘Chandra’ Passes Away Renowned lyricist of Uttarakhand and distinguished scholar of Garhwali and Kumaoni languages, Maheshanand Gaur “Chandra”, passed away on Thursday in Haldwani. He was 87 years old and had been unwell for several months. His last rites were performed at Chandi Ghat, Haridwar, on Friday. Originally […]
THE MAGIC OF RAFI’S VERSATILITY
A Timeless Melody: Tribute to Mohammed Rafi on His 45th Death Anniversary “Hazaro’n saal Nargis apni be-noori pe roti hai, Badi mushkil se hota hai chaman mein Didawar paida” On July 31, 2025, we mark the 45th death anniversary of Mohammed Rafi, a luminary whose voice remains an eternal beacon in the world of music. […]
A Luminary of Indian Theatre Dimmed
Ratan Thiyam: A Luminary of Indian Theatre Dimmed . The world of Indian theatre mourns the loss of Ratan Thiyam, a visionary whose artistry illuminated stages across the globe, weaving narratives that transcended borders and cultures. Born in 1948 in Imphal, Manipur, Thiyam passed away, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the […]
A MELODIOUS LEGACY OF HUSSAIN SAHAB
A Melodious Legacy : Remembering Sajjad Hussain on His 30th Death Anniversary July 21, 2025, marks three decades since the passing of Sajjad Hussain, the enigmatic genius of Hindi cinema’s golden era whose soulful compositions continue to resonate with music lovers. Known as the master of the mandolin, his intricate melodies and unparalleled artistry remain […]
The Eternal Wordsmith of Hindi Cinema
Anand Bakshi: Celebrating the 95th Birth Anniversary of a Legendary Lyricist On July 21, 2025, we commemorate the 95th birth anniversary of Anand Bakshi, the unparalleled lyricist whose words continue to resonate in the hearts of millions. His timeless songs, woven with simplicity and profound emotion, remain the soul of Hindi cinema.Over a career spanning […]
