'Songs are a commercial compromise.' 'I had to invent tricks to fit songs into my films.'
Rinki Roy Bhattacharya, daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Bimal Roy, feels Manna Dey never received the popularity Kishore Kumar or Mohammad Rafi had, as he was too humble for the glamorous world of Bollywood.
Kishore is one of the five main characters in Rakshit Shetty's Ulidavaru Kandanthe.
At the peak of his popularity and charisma, filmmakers considered him a bigger draw than the leading man and often remunerated him with a higher fee than the hero.
Subhash K Jha remembers the dear departed.
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The unconventional music of the Nobel Laureate might have nothing connecting Indians to it, but there is a reason he has a following here, notes T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.
The legendary singer's contribution to the golden era of Hindi films is unparalleled.
'If I were to live a thousand years, I could not repay the gratitude I feel.' 'To receive love is the greatest thing.' 'What more in life could you wish for?'
Deepika Padukone's accent in Chennai Express has received a lot of flak from the critics.
Ajit Mishra, vice president, research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.
The Telugu version will have Naga Chaitanya, Sunil, Tamannaah Bhatia and Andrea Jeremiah in the lead.
Hindi cinema has completed a grand century and we can't help but marvel at all it has to offer. From a breathtaking collection of films to a range of versatile actors. We ask you, Dear Readers, to tell us who you think are the Best Bollywood Actors and Actresses of all times.
Nimmi, the legendary actress, passed away at her Mumbai home on Wednesday, March 25.
At a time when human contact seems is at its lowest, two people meeting for the first time oblivious to their romantic future together is alluring than ever.
Munjoy Mukherjee discloses his reasons for releasing his father's film.
The main fight during the three-day Indian Cricketers' Association election will be between former cricketers Kirti Azad and Anshuman Gaekwad to become the male representative nominee to the BCCI Apex Council.
Militants on Sunday attacked a police party in a busy market area of Sopore town in North Kashmir's Baramulla district, leaving a civilian dead and a policeman critically injured, the fourth attack on security forces in the state this month.
There are many interesting facts and stats about Dhoni's fabulous career.
Around $1 million (Rs 6.63 crore) was seized from two persons here as police intensified vehicle checking in Bihar which is gearing up for the assembly elections, the police said on Thursday.
The EC concluded that Banerjee sustained injuries due to lapse on part of her security in charge.
The most impressive thing about the speaker is that you can raise the volume to a level adequate for a party without it crackling, says Khalid Anzar.
Sukanya Verma lists memorable instances of stars entertaining kids over the years.
Singer Mahendra Kapoor, who sang the famous song Mere Desh Ki Dharti, would have been 78 on January 9. We pay tribute.
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Continuing our special Nostalgia series on veteran actor Pran, we highlight some more interesting facts from the legend's life.
The show's called Classic Legends and will premiere at 7.30 on December 11 on Zee Classic.
We remember the legend through his fabulous songs.
'Finally it was S D Burman who brought us together.'
A 5,000 song music directory of Hindi film classics in a retro avatar.
Dadamoni's grandkids -- ace photographer Rahul Patel and actress Anooradha Patel reveal the little known facets of his character.
The actor will sing the title track of Shivaay which is his most ambitious production venture.
Some great music for Raksha Bandhan coming up!
A prominent Hindu legislator in Pakistan's troubled northwest on Thursday condemned the kidnapping and killing of members of minority communities and appealed to the government to provide adequate protection to them.
A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
From the X-mini SUPA to the TAGG Loop, these are sound devices you can't ignore, says Abhik Sen.
Sukanya Verma looks back at actors, who have sported multiple looks in a single film.
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