Melodies that stayed on in the mind and memory are too few and far between. Except the ones that do make an impression are definitely worth celebrating for their refreshing style and substance.
Shah Rukh had outgrown the roles that made him a star -- the menacing, obsessive lover in Darr, the regular guy in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Na or the new age boyfriend in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. By the time he entered his 50s, he was struggling to find his feet, explains Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
'The pain of not having a home is bearable, but the pain of having one -- and not finding peace in it -- is far worse.'
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
'In a world which is full of categories, hatred and ideologies, there was this basic decency.'
'If Shah Rukh and I come together again, we have to go beyond Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna and My Name Is Khan.' 'I haven't come across a script that hits those high notes.'
Shami last played for India in the ODI World Cup final in November 2023. He had sustained an ankle injury on his left leg that required surgery.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
If clothes indeed make the man, of the numerous characters SRK has essayed in a career spanning over three decades, he's created a series of iconic looks and sartorial trends.
'When I heard the tune for Abhi Na Jao I was bowled over.' 'Of course, I never knew it would be such a timeless rage.'
'If anybody wants me to act in their film for free, just make me sing all the songs!' 'I don't even care about the script.'
'What more can I ask for?' 'Salman and Ranbir Kapoor know how to respect their seniors.'
'Kundan was so knowledgable, and not just about cinema. Way back in 1986, he revolutionised the way we looked at television.'
How much do you know about the movies? Find out in Sukanya Verma's amazing quiz.
Sukanya Verma remembers some of his greatest solo numbers in our fondly curated playlist.
Sukanya Verma picks some of its best known sari appearances.
'What a match, unbelievable. Rinku bhai kabhi na haare! (What a match, unbelievable, Rinku bhai never loses!)'
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Bring out the dandiya sticks and dance a storm, it's Navratri time. Nine days of colours, joy and revelry, starting October 15.
His music was loved by film personalities and political leaders alike, and they took to social media to offer their condolences.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
And it takes two girls -- Priyanka, through Mona, to create a divide between bros Manu and Manveer.
Bollywood stars like to keep US updated about what is on their minds!
The quintessential actor's life is filled with lessons that motivate and inspire you to move ahead and chase your calling.
Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani is about love and family values.
You know the celebrated Raksha Bandhan songs. Subhash K Jha lists the ones you don't.
From aadmi to andas, Bollywood songs dispense gyaan for every occasion. But nothing beats its obsession with pyaar.
She sang the chartbusters Aaj Kal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche in Brahmachari, Tumse Oh Haseena Kabhi Mohabbat Na Maine Karni Thi in Farz and Ajhu Na Aaye Balma in Saanjh Aur Savera.
'Today, when I look back, our journey together ajooba lagta hai.'
Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.
In this series, InstaStories, we let pictures on social media tell their beautiful back stories.
Rani Mukerji makes a beautiful bride in her movies.
Dinesh Raheja tips his hat to his favourite Raj Kapoor movie, as we continue celebrating the legend's birth centenary.
Bhupinder's magical legacy lives on in the musical masterpieces he left behind.
While film folk paid tribute to the Disco King on social media, a few visited his residence.
Hours before Bappi Lahiri's funeral at Mumbai's Pawan Hans crematorium, film folk arrived at his home to pay their last respects.