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Jaskiran Chopra

Jaskiran Chopra

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She is a journalist by profession, and has worked with United News of India, The Times of India and The Pioneer.

By Jaskiran Chopra

The original female superstar: How Vyjanthimala danced into Bollywood, and made the industry dance around her

Happy birthday, Vyjayanthimala!

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Happy Birthday, Mumtaz! From starlet to superstar, the incredible journey of Mumu aka Mumtaz

Actor Mumtaz’s legacy of hit songs and memorable movies mesmerize her fans even today. Remarkably, she became a superstar with great struggle and huge dedication.

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Birthday tribute to the man who carries ‘Bharat’ with him, Manoj Kumar

Known for his patriotic movies with songs that continue to feature on many playlists in the country, actor Manoj Kumar turns 82.

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Mehmood Ali: The man who made people laugh and was often sad at heart

A tribute to the prince of joy and laughter on his 15th death anniversary.

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Pran, whose name remained unique: Bollywood's admired villain, Pran, was so talented, parents shied away from naming kids his name!

Shammi Kapoor, Dev Anand, Dharmendra, all became heroes only by defeating Pran! He too floored viewers with his sardonic wit, flamboyant appearance and his chilling acting.

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A tribute to the brilliant Guru Dutt: The great master of the art and craft of film making

On his 94th birth anniversary, we pay a tribute to the legendary actor and director, Guru Dutt, and celebrate his unique contribution to the world of cinema.

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Jaani: Remembering Raaj Kumar, veteran actor and original style icon, on his 23rd death anniversary

Whether in a negative role or as an army officer, a prince or a pauper, charismatic Raaj Kumar never failed to impress, making us fall in love with him a little bit more with every role.

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The unforgettable genius of Pancham: A tribute on RD Burman's 80th birth anniversary

Once a genius, always a genius: Remembering the quintessential music legend, RD Burman.

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A tribute to Rehman: An actor who was loved and admired for his negative roles

Remembering the genius of a distinguished artiste…

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Bharat Bhushan: Bollywood's original chocolate boy suffered many tragedies but this is how he will be remembered

The songs picturised on him in various films are among the classics of Hindi cinema.

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Rajendra Nath: The man whose comic timing is no joke!

Outrageous costumes, sharp slapstick and more, on the comedian’s 88th birth anniversary, let’s relive his impeccable comedy.

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Raj Kapoor: The eternal romantic who wove magic into whatever he created

He was one of Indian cinema's defining figures and his legacy lives through the films he made and also the ones which he both made and acted in.

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Remembering Sunil Dutt on his 14th death anniversary

Memories of Dutt Sa’ab will shine forever through his films and the service he rendered to society. It is true… they don’t make men like Dutt Sa’ab anymore!

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Vinod Khanna: A star and an actor who set the screen ablaze with his presence

It is the second death anniversary of the versatile actor today.

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Suchitra Sen: The exquisitely beautiful actress who always remained enigmatic

Iconic actress. Famed beauty. Subject of a thousand fables. And mother to actor-turned-Trinamool neta Moonmoon Sen. A Tribute to Suchitra Sen, the grand “Mahanayika”, on her 88th birth anniversary.

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Priya Rajvansh: A hauntingly beautiful actress who met a tragic end

She acted in only seven movies, but she was convincing despite her anglicised accent and western look.

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Navin Nischol: A star who brightened our cinema in the 1970s

Nischol made a mark for himself through his near-flawless performances, that adorable smile and those flirtatious eyes — something few Hindi film heroes of the time can boast of.

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Dina Pathak: The onscreen mother who refused to be a weeping victim

March 4 is her 97th birth anniversary. Remembering the wonderful actor whose humour and warmth animated any character she played.

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Goldie Anand: One of the few 'complete' filmmakers of the Indian film industry

Remembering the master storyteller of Indian cinema on his 15th death anniversary.

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Remembering Vinod Mehra on his 74th birth anniversary

In an age of bombastic superstars and overpowering thespians, Vinod Mehra appeared on screen like a breath of fresh air.

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Waheeda Rehman’s birth anniversary: At 81, this beauty is still the ethereal ‘chaudhvin ka chand’

Waheeda ji’s grace, beauty and sweetness shine through in the variety of roles she has played — all with elan!

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The hero's good friend: Ramesh Deo, a man of presence and perseverance in Hindi cinema

Ramesh Deo may not have tasted success as the quintessential Bollywood hero, but his contribution to cinema can hardly be ignored. Here's remembering him on his 90th birthday.

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Remembering Nanda: An iconic star of the golden era of Hindi cinema

A tribute to the sweet, shy and stylish actress on her 80th birth anniversary.

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From Doon School teacher to sophisticated filmmaker: Chetan Anand’s remarkable journey

On his birth anniversary, remembering the director with the vision of a poet and style that inspired his younger brother, Dev Anand.

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Why 1968 was the year of 'God’s plenty' for Hindi cinema

Fifty years ago, an era came to an end.

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Suresh Oberoi, the man with a magical voice

Oberoi made his presence strongly felt in the industry and his voice played an important role in ensuring this.

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Dharmendra and Sharmila Tagore: Exploring the silver screen journey of two beautiful stars

The two share their birthdays besides having shared a wonderful on-screen chemistry.

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Amol Palekar: The ‘plain-looking’ actor who redefined the image of the Bollywood ‘hero’

The original boy next door turned 74 on November 24.

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On Sanjeev Kumar’s death anniversary, remembering the suave, sophisticated actor who left us too soon

His voice modulation and the fluidity of his face distinguished him from other actors of his time.

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Golden jubilee of 'Padosan': A 'simple' film Indian cinema will always love

Even fifty years after its release, this timeless film is as funny and enjoyable as it was back then.

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