Because of Mukesh's much-hailed association with Raj Kapoor, it is often overlooked that the singer has also scored hits with almost all major heroes. On Mukesh's 102nd birth anniversary on July 22, Dinesh Raheja recalls some of his classic songs.
'Salman has never been given a reason to change his ways.'
'I don't believe in discrimination between the son and daughter.'
'Madhubala in Kala Pani looks divine and yet, she's not just there for glamour.' 'In Do Raaste, the character of Neelambari (played by Bindu) isn't a heroine in the traditional sense but she has such a pivotal role.' 'That Raj Khosla gave a non-heroine such a central role, instead of the heroine, says a lot about how he valued female characters.'
Aamir Khan's starry magic, Akshay Kumar's buffoonery and more on OTT this week.
Actor Amitabh Bachchan has gifted his bungalow in suburban Juhu in Mumbai to his daughter Shweta Nanda, according to official documents.
John Abraham releases his long delayed Tehran on OTT. Naveen Kasturia and Pratik Gandhi star in spy thrillers...
'So there I was in a titillating white outfit, with a bit of midriff on display, rolling around in the surf, while Mr Bachchan pranced around me like an ardent bird-of-paradise.'
While Alia Bhatt and Janhvi Kapoor marked their debuts at Cannes 2025, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a return and made her presence felt the way only she can.
It's the season of star kids, and it continues with Chunky Pandey's nephew Ahaan Pandey getting ready for his Bollywood debut with this Friday's release, Saiyaara.
Traders' body CAIT has filed a complaint with the Ministry of Consumer Affairs against a Flipkart advertisement featuring Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan on the upcoming Big Billion Days sale, terming the advertisement as "misleading". The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) in its complaint to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) termed the advertisement "misleading" and against the country's small retailers. It has also sought withdrawal of the advertisement, according to a statement. CAIT demanded that a penalty be imposed on Flipkart as per relevant provisions of the Consumer Protection Act for "false or misleading advertisement" and imposition of a Rs 10 lakh fine on Bachchan.
The process of healing after Amitabh Bachchan's recent injury on the sets of Nag Ashwin's Project K in Hyderabad is taking longer than expected.
Several opposition MPs, who had previously criticized former Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, are now praising him following his sudden resignation, with some even requesting him to reconsider.
Housefull 5 has crossed the Rs 150 crore (Rs 15 billion) milestone after being in theatres for 10 days.
'I was super shy and awkward and had no idea what huge stars I was working with.'
Arjun Menon celebrates his 70th birthday on August 22 by looking at his most memorable films.
At 82, Amitabh Bachchan is India's highest tax-paying celebrity, surpassing A-listers like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, as well as south superstars like Rajinikanth and Vijay.
Plenty of adrenaline-packed action to catch on OTT this week.
It was an invite-only event that blended delectable cuisine, curated cocktails and a stunning showcase of craftsmanship.
Sholay's Basanti is the face of women's empowerment and gender equality. That's why, half a century after the movie first released, we're still talking about her.
India is hosting the ICC Cricket World Cup after 12 years.
Let your birth number be your style cheat sheet.
While about 8,000 people are in the long list of invitees, the select list features just a few hundred people, including prominent politicians, leading industrialists, top film stars, sportspersons, bureaucrats and diplomats.
'BJP leaders emerged victorious only because of Narendra Modi's name, not for their own political capability.'
With 17 films crossing the Rs 100 crore mark in the first six months, this year relied less on big-ticket blockbusters.
'The second Sunday after Sholay's release, Amjad and Shehla had taken Shadaab to Juhu beach. They were strolling leisurely when, to Shehla's shock, he suddenly picked up their son, grabbed her hand and pulled her along, urging her to run. They raced towards their car and had just managed to get in and lock the doors when all hell broke loose. Hundreds started banging on the car, shouting, 'Gabbar Singh bahar niklo!''
'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.' 'Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us baffled.' 'But when he emerged, he couldn't stop appreciating our efforts!' 'He said Sahir Ludhianvi's writing was sheer poetry and since all my five tunes were equally wonderful, he would leave it to my discretion to chose the final tune.' 'What could be greater appreciation for an artiste?'
'Iranians admire Indian cinema and often mention Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan when you meet them.'
'Editor M S Shinde deserves full credit because, I'm told, Ramesh Sippy had shot 300,000 feet of footage, which was brought down to 18,000. 'He died in 2012, in a 126 square foot flat in Dharavi, penniless, a forgotten hero.'
July has interesting OTT entertainment awaiting you.
'There are tall personalities who have utilised Mumbai and Maharashtra for their career growth, but they never thought it is their responsibility to learn Marathi.'
Bachchan is currently shooting Kaun Banega Crorepati, and wonders if KBC will see a hiatus till he recovers.
Cricketer Rinku Singh's wedding with Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj, initially scheduled for November 19, has now been postponed, according to a report.
'Panchamda created an exclusive theme music for Gabbar Singh, which is used throughout the film every time the dacoit makes an appearance, and in both concept and sound, is so eerie and evil.'
Just who are the reining stars of Bollywood? One look at Maddock Films' 20th anniversary party gives you a pretty good idea.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan picked a custom made Gaurav Gupta gown for her second appearance at Cannes.
'When there is a paucity of time, strangely the maximum work gets accomplished. When there is no paucity of time, work never even gets a start.'
'He has taught us to take the moment and ourselves seriously.'
The Big B, who is 80, broke his rib cartilage and is currently resting at home in Mumbai.
'It's rare for an actor to find something new to break an image.'
