Sukanya Verma salutes the legend and celebrates some of the finest soundtracks of his career.
'He was a poet at heart and a saint by nature.'
Eid-ul-Fitr has been celebrated in a big way in Hindi films.
The Padma Bhushan was conferred on 17 personalities including N Chandrasekharan, chairman of Tata Sons, Krishna and Suchita Ella of Bharat Biotech, Cyrus Poonawalla, Satya Nadella, chairman of Microsoft, Sunder Pichai, chairman of Google.
Tamil Nadu produced an impressive batting display after left-arm spinner Manimaran Siddarth's four-wicket haul as they lifted the coveted Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy after defeating Baroda by seven wickets in the final, in Ahmedabad, on Sunday.
'Imagine Hindi cinema without Lata Mangeshkar? Actually, you can't. And thank heavens for that.' As Lata Mangeshkar turns 85, Raja Sen pays a rich tribute to doyenne of the film industry.
'As the burkha-clad beauty Husna in Mere Mehboob, she inspired Shakeel Badayuni to compose Mere Mehboob Tujhe Meri Mohabbat Ki Kasam/Phir Mujhe Un Nargisi Aankhon Ka Sahara De De. Hasrat Jaipuri showered epithets like Nargis-e-Mastaana and Phoolon Ki Rani, Baharon Ki Malika on her in Arzoo.'
Melody queen Lata Mangeshkar, Sitar maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and music composer AR Rahman also paid tributes to the musician.
'Kishoreda was very close to our family and offered a lot of support.'
Subhash K Jha gives us some lesser known about the late actress on her birth anniversary, August 1.
Coming out in support of his wife who stoked a controversy by stating that rapes are on the rise as women are aping western culture, Goa Factories Minister Deepak Dhavalikar on Tuesday said the "way people dress today, fuels incidents of rape".
Indie stars flock to see High Jack.
Bharatiya Janata Party president Amit Shah, on Sunday, met Mahendra Singh Dhoni as part of the party's 'Sampark for Samarthan'
Subhash K Jha lists the inimitable Mohammad Rafi's five most enduring romantic songs.
She looks fabulous in the Fanney Khan promos, but on Tuesday night, Ash wasn't her usual gorgeous self.
''This body is mine. And bearing its burden has become quite a task,' Dilip Kumar once told Subhash K Jha.'
As per the latest trends, the BJP and Congress is neck-and-neck with 35 seats. The fledgling JJP, which fought its maiden assembly polls, is also ahead in 10 seats.
Awarded the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri, Pandit Jasraj also popularised semi-classical music like 'haveli sangeet' and reached out to devotees with his 'bhajans', a particular favourite for his fans being "Om Namo Bhagavate" in praise of Lord Krishna.
"I urge users of social media to be cautious. Social-media outlets are not to be fooled around with."
As Gulzar turns 86 on August 18, Subhash K Jha celebrates the iconic figure by picking his five favourite songs.
'I am not the kind of person who will stand up and complain. I have no complaints against anyone. If I've been away from the entertainment industry, it's because I am not into selling myself.'
Mahipal, who has worked with actresses like Madhubala and Meena Kumari, established himself as a hero in the mythological genre.
Besides making the regular cameos in the TV serials, Salman and Sonam will have an entire show dedicated to them on Life OK.
The 31-year-old will have to do the balancing act between his anti-BJP support base and work with the Khattar-led dispensation for smooth governance.
'I want to tell the singers of our country that they should not be another Rafi, Kishore, Lata, Asha or Mukesh,' Latajiji tells Subhash K Jha. 'Be yourself. Learn dedication to the craft from us, but do not imitate us.'
'The thing about Balaji was that he brought his own special flavour and energy to every song he sang.' 'In that sense, he was like Kishoreda.'
Glimpses from the spectacular night.
B R Chopra was a reformist film-maker, way ahead of his times, says Subhash K Jha.
'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'
Amrita will connect with Rediff readers on July 18 at 3 pm.
'Songs are a commercial compromise.' 'I had to invent tricks to fit songs into my films.'
A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
The award, which carries a citation and cash amount of Rs 10 lakh, is given for promoting communal harmony and peace.
Gehlot was made the chief minister of Rajasthan after the party formed government in the state.
Sunil Valson was the only squad member not to play a game in India's historic World Cup triumph in 1983 but a strong sense of belonging is definitely there.
'I can write a book about Kamal Haasan. No, make that three books.'
The Hindi film industry has seen its share of controversies. Raju Bharatan gives us a closer look.
'It is difficult to pin down any singular factor but marriage does invite the emotional investment of viewers,' observes Chintan Girish Modi.
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