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25April
25 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Devika on her birth anniversary
Devika achieved great success in the Tamil and Telugu industries, having made a stellar debut in AVM's Mudhalali (1957). She was the granddaughter of one of Telugu cinema's pioneers - Raghupathi Venkaiah Naidu. She is known for her stellar performances in films like Sumaithaangi (1962), Anandha Jodhi (1963), Kulamagal Radhai (1963), Nenjam Marappathillai (1963) among others. Today is her birth anniversary. She continued acting till the mi...
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Devika achieved great success in the Tamil and Telugu industries, having made a stellar debut in AVM's Mudhalali (1957). She was the granddaughter of one of Telugu cinema's pioneers - Raghupathi Venkaiah Naidu. She is known for her stellar performances in films like Sumaithaangi (1962), Anandha Jodhi (1963), Kulamagal Radhai (1963), Nenjam Marappathillai (1963) among others. Today is her birth anniversary. She continued acting till the mid-80s. Her daughter Kanaka is also an actress.
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24April
24 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi wishes Shyam Kapoor a very happy birthday
Ever wondered who was the other artiste dancing with Sheela Vaz in the classic O leke pehla pehla pyar song from C.I.D (1956)? That was Shyam Kapoor, a refugee from Lahore, who was born on this day in 1928. He had come to Mumbai only with the desire to see the city, but ended up becoming a junior artiste by chance, appearing in small roles in many films. Cinemaazi wishes him a happy birthday!
Ever wondered who was the other artiste dancing with Sheela Vaz in the classic O leke pehla pehla pyar song from C.I.D (1956)? That was Shyam Kapoor, a refugee from Lahore, who was born on this day in 1928. He had come to Mumbai only with the desire to see the city, but ended up becoming a junior artiste by chance, appearing in small roles in many films. Cinemaazi wishes him a happy birthday!
24 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Shammi Aunty on her birth anniversary
A popular artist during 50's Hindi cinema, Shammi Aunty wowed audiences with her spirited performances and comic prowess. She was born on this day in 1929.
A popular artist during 50's Hindi cinema, Shammi Aunty wowed audiences with her spirited performances and comic prowess. She was born on this day in 1929.
24 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Dr Rajkumar on his birth anniversary
Born on this day in Gajanur in 1929, Singanalluru Puttaswamy Muthuraju would go on to attain legendary status in Karnataka as Dr. Rajkumar the undisputed top star of the Kannada film industry for decades. Cinemaazi remembers him for his contributions.Rajkumar,
Born on this day in Gajanur in 1929, Singanalluru Puttaswamy Muthuraju would go on to attain legendary status in Karnataka as Dr. Rajkumar the undisputed top star of the Kannada film industry for decades. Cinemaazi remembers him for his contributions.Rajkumar,
24 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Mac Mohan on his birth anniversary
Mac Mohan, the iconic Sambha from Sholay (1975) and memorable character actor from countless other films, was actually a talented cricketer, even representing Uttar Pradesh! Today is his birth anniversary
Mac Mohan, the iconic Sambha from Sholay (1975) and memorable character actor from countless other films, was actually a talented cricketer, even representing Uttar Pradesh! Today is his birth anniversary
23April
23 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi mourns the passing away of Amit Mistry
Cinemaazi extends heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Amit Mistry. The beloved actor, known for his roles in Hindi and Gujarati cinema, passed away today due to cardiac arrest. May he rest in peace.
Cinemaazi extends heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Amit Mistry. The beloved actor, known for his roles in Hindi and Gujarati cinema, passed away today due to cardiac arrest. May he rest in peace.
23 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Satyajit Ray on his death anniversary
On Satyajit Ray's death anniversary, we take a look back at his most iconic film Pather Panchali (1955), through the eys of Uma Dasgupta who played the role of Durga. The essay was originally published in 'Satyajit Ray-er Pather Panchali', edited by Arun Sen, published by Pratikshan and has been translated by Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri. Uma Dasgupta pens a wonderful tribute to the maestro and shares some delightful anecdotes from the maki...
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On Satyajit Ray's death anniversary, we take a look back at his most iconic film Pather Panchali (1955), through the eys of Uma Dasgupta who played the role of Durga. The essay was originally published in 'Satyajit Ray-er Pather Panchali', edited by Arun Sen, published by Pratikshan and has been translated by Shantanu Ray Chaudhuri. Uma Dasgupta pens a wonderful tribute to the maestro and shares some delightful anecdotes from the making of the film.
Image Source: www.bfi.org.uk
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Image Source: www.bfi.org.uk
23 Apr 2021
Cinemaazi wishes S Janaki a very happy birthday
A legendary singer in South Indian cinema, S Janaki has mesmerised film audiences for decades. Beginning in 1957, she has been the recipient of 4 National Awards and has sung in 17 languages. Cinemaazi wishes her a happy birthday!
A legendary singer in South Indian cinema, S Janaki has mesmerised film audiences for decades. Beginning in 1957, she has been the recipient of 4 National Awards and has sung in 17 languages. Cinemaazi wishes her a happy birthday!
23 Apr 2020
Cinemaazi celebrates Satyajit Ray on his death anniversary
Cinemaazi celebrates Satyajit Ray on his 28th death anniversary. One of India’s most celebrated filmmakers, he is counted amongst the dozen or so great masters of world cinema.
Cinemaazi celebrates Satyajit Ray on his 28th death anniversary. One of India’s most celebrated filmmakers, he is counted amongst the dozen or so great masters of world cinema.
23 Apr 2020
Cinemaazi celebrates Kanan Devi on her birth annversary
An epitome of beauty, glamour and grace, Kanan Devi made her debut in silent films in the 1920s. She can be stated to be the first actress to attain superstardom in Indian cinema. Cinemaazi remembers the singer-actor on her 104th birth anniversary.
She rocketed to fame with her appearance as the female lead opposite K L Saigal in New Theatres’ greatest musical hit The Street Singer (1938). Directed by Phani Majumdar with music...
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An epitome of beauty, glamour and grace, Kanan Devi made her debut in silent films in the 1920s. She can be stated to be the first actress to attain superstardom in Indian cinema. Cinemaazi remembers the singer-actor on her 104th birth anniversary.
She rocketed to fame with her appearance as the female lead opposite K L Saigal in New Theatres’ greatest musical hit The Street Singer (1938). Directed by Phani Majumdar with music by R.C. Boral, the film was a runaway success across the country and created a sensation in the nascent film industry. Kanan Devi emerged as the melody queen.
Kanan Devi was friends with the diplomat and politician V.K. Krishna Menon. At his request, she sang Amader jatra holo shuru (Our journey has just begun) at the India House in London on 15 August 1947. She fondly remembered the moment as one of the greatest in her life as a singer.
Kanan Devi was awarded the Padma Shree in 1968 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1976.
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She rocketed to fame with her appearance as the female lead opposite K L Saigal in New Theatres’ greatest musical hit The Street Singer (1938). Directed by Phani Majumdar with music by R.C. Boral, the film was a runaway success across the country and created a sensation in the nascent film industry. Kanan Devi emerged as the melody queen.
Kanan Devi was friends with the diplomat and politician V.K. Krishna Menon. At his request, she sang Amader jatra holo shuru (Our journey has just begun) at the India House in London on 15 August 1947. She fondly remembered the moment as one of the greatest in her life as a singer.
Kanan Devi was awarded the Padma Shree in 1968 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1976.
23 Apr 2020
Cinemaaz remembers Shamshad Begum on her death anniversary
Cinemaazi remembers Shamshad Begum, whose clear voice was often described as a “temple bell”, on her 7th death anniversary.
Cinemaazi remembers Shamshad Begum, whose clear voice was often described as a “temple bell”, on her 7th death anniversary.
23 Apr 2020
Cinemaazi celebrates S. Janaki on her birth anniversary
Cinemaazi celebrates the Nightingale of the South, S. Janaki, on her birth anniversary. Born on 23 April 1938, the playback singer and music composer hailed from Andhra Pradesh. She was responsible for some of the greatest musical hits in the cinema of the South.
S. Janaki’s romantic duets with P.B. Sreenivas, S.P. Balasubramaniam and Dr.Rajkumar still remain popular. For Hindi films, she paired up with musical legends like Mohamme...
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Cinemaazi celebrates the Nightingale of the South, S. Janaki, on her birth anniversary. Born on 23 April 1938, the playback singer and music composer hailed from Andhra Pradesh. She was responsible for some of the greatest musical hits in the cinema of the South.
S. Janaki’s romantic duets with P.B. Sreenivas, S.P. Balasubramaniam and Dr.Rajkumar still remain popular. For Hindi films, she paired up with musical legends like Mohammed Rafi,Kishore Kumar, Amit Kumar, Suresh Wadkar, Bappi Lahiri, Mohammed Aziz and Udit Narayan.
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S. Janaki’s romantic duets with P.B. Sreenivas, S.P. Balasubramaniam and Dr.Rajkumar still remain popular. For Hindi films, she paired up with musical legends like Mohammed Rafi,Kishore Kumar, Amit Kumar, Suresh Wadkar, Bappi Lahiri, Mohammed Aziz and Udit Narayan.