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Bollywood lovers are spread across the globe. Barring their love for Indian cinema, what they share in common is the curiosity around the scandals and controversies. Almost everything about Bollywood being out in the public eye makes it look like there is nothing to hide, but is it all a masquerade?

If the West had its Swinging Sixties, Hindi cinema had its Seventies. Everything that journalists today call 'retro' when referring to Bollywood is a product of the 1970s. But to refer to the decade as 'swinging' and 'retro' is missing the wood for the trees. The 1970s is the most influential decade of Hindi cinema. Not the 1950s, not the 1960s which unapologetic nostalgists hark back to.

Sholay (1975): Gabbar chops off Thakur's arms with a sword in each hand. Karz (1980): Kamini murders her husband by ramming him repeatedly with a jeep. Mr. India (1987): Mogambo kills hundreds of innocent citizens. No, you don't want to meet these Bollywood baddies in a dark alley; you may not...

'He was a natural; one of the most powerful actors.' --Narendra Modi The 1970s were indeed the golden era of Bollywood. In the decade that revolutionized Hindi cinema, there was one actor who was every director's fail-safe artiste. When he entered the frame, the audience would sigh with relief...

'Hamlet realized that he was living in his dreams. Indeed, he had accidentally stepped into the world's greatest profession.' Piyush Mishra's life has never followed a script. From a turbulent childhood in Gwalior to his years of artistic rebellion at the National School of Drama, and his...

'Zindagi ek safar hai suhana...' He was the most outrageous performer of the Hindi film screen - loved for his voice, adored for his comedy, and famous for his eccentricity. His big-screen performances - such as Half Ticket, Pyar Kiye Jaa, Padosan - could make you laugh hard, but his songs -...

This show is all about melodic songs from all eras in Bollywood. I curated this music to calm your mind and soul. Play it while driving, cooking, hiking, or wind down your day with it. Lend your ear to the lyrics, different instruments, and hum, or sing along today. You might drift in faraway land or time. Please give us a review of what you think of this playlist. Send us a song request for that special someone, and I will be happy to include it as part of the show. Please subscribe and share this playlist with your friends and family. A career spanning over ten years, activist, journalist, ...

More and more directors realize that just casting the right lead in a film is not enough. Casting the character actors in supporting roles is as much if not more important. Our show, Bollywood Scene Stealers will take you through the journey and the legacy laid down by these actors while highlighting their immense contribution to the films they star in. Every week veteran film journalist Indu Mirani puts a stalwart character actor in the spotlight to better understand what makes them so good at what they do.

'This book took me right back to my formative years. It was as if I was back there on the sets, watching Ramu with his magic wand and a band of outsiders. A lot of nostalgia and a whole lot of perspective' - ANURAG KASHYAP 'An enchanting and detailed look at the making of one of the finest...

In the podcast Dastan – e – Bollywood we will take you through the life story of legendary Bollywood stars like Meena Kumari , Raj Kapoor , Noorjehan and others with Indias first and only Female Dastangoi Artist Fouzia Dastango. She is a performer par excellence who has graced many cultural events with her presence and such was her love for this art and Urdu language that she quit her job as a lecturer in SCERT to pursue her passion . Headlining acts for AR Rahman is only the beginning of her astounding achievements.   It is scripted by Danish Iqbal ,a National award winner including the ...

Kamal Khan first realized his passion for acting after being cast as a lead role for West Side Story in his high school in London, England playing Tony as the lead role. After that he joined the prestigious National Youth Theatre, where other actors like Idris Elba, Sean Connery were also members. He continued to work as a Model, Actor and Singer while In London and was cast in several commercials (Ford Cars, Royal Navy) and appeared in many print ads (Virgin Atlantic, Sony, HSBC, Emirates) etc. On TV he appeared in shows like The Bill and Eastenders in the UK. He also wrote and produced his ...

Instant Bollywood Podcast takes you beyond the screen, bringing you candid conversations, untold stories, and inspiring journeys of the people who make Bollywood shine. From actors and directors to musicians and behind-the-scenes creatives, we explore their struggles, successes, and everything in between. If you love Bollywood and want to know the real stories behind the glamour, this podcast is for you! Tune in for exclusive interviews, industry insights, and a closer look at the people who bring Bollywood to life.

Cannes und Venedig zieren eine ehrwürdigere Tradition, ihnen gegenüber kann Bollywood als Newcomer durchgehen. Gepriesen und gefeiert wird jedoch auch an anderen Stellen, die umso wichtiger sein mögen, je mehr es ihnen an allgemeiner Bekanntheit mangelt. Das kann unter anderem für das Kurzfilmfestival in Oberhausen gelten und überhaupt für kleine Zirkel, die ihren eigenen großen Anspruch an die Filmwelt stellen.

Honestly, it's what it sounds like: two bros discussing Bollywood. Except instead of rambling about a movie, we talk about it in different categories like... What was the most Bollywood scene in the movie? The most skippable song? What was the Mirchi meter for the movie (basically on a scale from sanskari to harami... how spicy was it)? For questions, category ideas, and love mail you can email us at brownbrosbinge@gmail.com Come listen, debate, and tell us if our hot takes are right

Every week, Neha RT sits down to talk to some of India’s best creators and filmmakers about art, cinema, inspiration and pretty much anything but Bollywood!