'We should not allow our nation to become a banana republic where terrorists roam free with Z-level official security while Kashmiri Hindus, who believe in India , live like refugees.'
Forty four years after Mohammed Rafi's untimely demise on July 31, 1980, at the young age of 55, the singer's work continues to enjoy a musical afterlife on radio, television and modern streaming channels.
Joginder Tuteja looks at her success ratio with the men of her movies.
Historically, the Mandi constituency has favoured scions of erstwhile princely states, electing royals in 13 out of 19 elections, including two bypolls since 1952.
In a video now viral on Facebook, the little girl from the Lohai-Malhar village in Kathua district of Jammu voices an adorable wish to Prime Minister Narendra Modi -- "Please Modi ji, ek achhi si school banwa do na (Please Modiji, build a nice school for us)".
Sukanya Verma remembers the Boss in 30 of his underrated, overlooked gems in Hindi film music.
'Gulzarsaab's words are lucid and singing them is like painting a picture.'
Utkarsh Mishra imagines what is it that Baba Gandhi would say if he got the chance.
The best analysis of politics does not come out of air conditioned newsrooms, but from the voices on India's streets. Rakesh Kumar Singhal -- once an army jawan, then an ONGC employee, then a tea shopwallah -- reveals why he left the Congress for Modi.
Sukanya Verma makes a playlist of 15 profound Rajesh Khanna ditties.
Himesh Reshammiya, the only valid reason for Teraa Surroor's existence, does not show any expression. Not even one. Not even a quarter, notes Sukanya Verma.
'If you sit collar turned up and tell yourself, you are great, you will never evolve as an actor.'
Squad drags from scene to scene like a lifeless sloth with no destination in mind, sighs Sukanya Verma.
Bhupinder's magical legacy lives on in the musical masterpieces he left behind.
Javed Akhtar is among the millions who believe that Lata Mangeshkar's voice is therapeutic.
'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.'
Sukanya Verma salutes most beloved Rishi Kapoor melodies.
'We brought melody back to Hindi cinema and our songs which came straight from the heart, be it Papa Kehte Hain, Aye Mere Humsafar, Ghazab Ka Hai Din or Akele Hain To Kya Gham Hai, resonates even today.'
Anu Malik reveals how Baazigar revived his career.
Lata Mangeshkar was my introduction, the beginning, the basic, the identity of film music. Sukanya Verma salutes The Legend.
'...changed my image, changed everything.' 'Now I make calls with great confidence.' 'Day before yesterday, I sent a message to a director that I heard you are making a film, is there any role for me?' 'I have confidence now. Earlier, I could never do.'
'Today, when I look back, our journey together ajooba lagta hai.'
Film music flourished in the 1970s. Some old masters did some great work, but it was also the decade of new composers.
For audiences craving something new, Axone leaves a good impression, notes Joginder Tuteja.
Sukanya Verma celebrates its grandeur and grandiloquence in 25 glorious frames on its diamond anniversary.
During her three-day visit, Priyanka will cover a distance of 100-km by boat in Ganga from Prayagraj to Varanasi.
'I've never allowed success to go to my head.' 'I've seen many artistes fall because of their pride.'
They're so bad, they're good!
The adventure show will be shot in Argentina.
His music was loved by film personalities and political leaders alike, and they took to social media to offer their condolences.
20 Nadeem-Shravan film albums which emerged as chartbusters.
'I have lost a piece of my heart.' 'I can cry me a river and write words & words.. but I can never completely express what he means to me.' 'Mera yaar ...KK!!'
'I want to show that we are also part of this society and want to participate just as much, whether it is for security or whatever community work there.'
'She was a modern-day Tansen among the female classical vocalists of the country.' Musicians and film folk pay rich tribute to Kishori Amonkar.
'My entire house turn their backs on me when a cricket match is happening.' 'The minute I look at the TV screen, an Indian player gets out.' 'So if I do enter the room, I have to sit with my back to the TV.'
Celebrating Mother's Day by remembering a variety of such movie maatajis and her impassioned assertions.
They've both been scarred by the henious act of rape. Meet bravehearts Asha Singh Nirbhaya's mother, and rape survivor Seeta Prajapat who continue their fight against this terrible crime.
Former Delhi police commissioner Neeraj Kumar is one of the few Indian police officers to speak to Dawood Ibrahim at length after the fugitive gangster fled India. A gripping excerpt from his new book, Dial D For Don: Inside Stories Of CBI Missions.
