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New Delhi, Jul 8 (PTI) He was 39 when he was found dead, directed just eight films and took 104 takes for that searing climax shot of "Pyaasa" where the poet protagonist stands framed in light and shadow as he asks "Ye duniya agar mil bhi jaaye to kya hai?" Guru Dutt's life can perhaps be summed up in these three numbers - a superbly talented filmmaker and actor who died just too young from a cocktail of alcohol and sleeping pills and whose films went from being easy-breezy to dark and personal, ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 7 (PTI) Guru Dutt's legacy is not of awards but of silence, the kind that lingers on after the screen fades to black, says Mahesh Bhatt about the legendary filmmaker who "let beauty crumble into truth". Dutt, regarded as amongst the greatest filmmakers of Indian cinema with films such as "Pyaasa", "Kaagaz Ke Phool" and "Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam", would have been 100 on July 9. He was found dead, possibly from a cocktail of sleeping pills and alcohol, in 1964 when he was just 39. "He t ...Read More >
Guru Dutt was a man of many parts -- a consummate actor, a perceptive writer, a trailblazing director and an accomplished producer. A significant element of his oeuvre, worth a deep dive on his birth centenary this July 9, is his flair for conceiving and conjuring up musical set-pieces that haven't just stood the test of time but become touchstones for visualising a film song for generations of filmmakers. Take the most popular composition in Dutt's romantic noir, 'Jaal' (1952). It comes as a d ...Read More >
Despite sultry weather conditions, people in large numbers waited for famous Hindi poet Kumar Vishwas who later entertained them on the second day of the UP Mango Festival 2025 here on Saturday. More than 3,000 people clapped and cheered for Vishwas as soon as he entered the stage, waving and greeting the audience with folded hands. Even though the programme began with a delay of over two hours, once Vishwas rendered his first poem -- 'Muskurati Zindagi Chahiye, Shabd Ki Jagrat Kahani Chahiye', ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh attended the "Umrao Jaan" screening and even shared a candid picture of herself with veteran star Rekha. Taking to Instagram, where she shared a monochrome picture. In the image, Rekha, exuding classic grace and poise, was seen holding on to Fatima, as she sat on the veteran actress' lap as they looked at a coffee table book featuring the yesteryear diva's portrait. She also shared pictures posing with Jackie Shroff, Tabu and Vijay Varma. "Watc ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Alia Bhatt, who attended the re-release event of "Umrao Jaan", dedicated a post to veteran diva Rekha and said that "there never, was, is or will ever be another like you." Alia took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures and clips from the event. In one image, the actress posed for pictures with Rekha, who leaned on Alia to get clicked. The two could be seen smiling as the photograph got clicked. Other images showed Alia posing for picture ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh attended the "Umrao Jaan" screening and even shared a candid picture of herself with veteran star Rekha. Taking to Instagram, where she shared a monochrome picture. In the image, Rekha, exuding classic grace and poise, was seen holding on to Fatima, as she sat on the veteran actress' lap as they looked at a coffee table book featuring the yesteryear diva's portrait. She also shared pictures posing with Jackie Shroff, Tabu and Vijay Varma. "Watched Umrao Jaan o ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh attended the "Umrao Jaan" screening and even shared a candid picture of herself with veteran star Rekha. Taking to Instagram, where she shared a monochrome picture. In the image, Rekha, exuding classic grace and poise, was seen holding on to Fatima, as she sat on the veteran actress' lap as they looked at a coffee table book featuring the yesteryear diva's portrait. She also shared pictures posing with Jackie Shroff, Tabu and Vijay Var ...Read More >
Raipur, June 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Noted Hindi humourist and satirist Surendra Dubey, widely admired for his wit-laced verse and distinctive literary voice, passed away on Thursday in Chhattisgarh's Raipur following a heart attack. The 71-year-old poet, recipient of the Padma Shri award, breathed his last at the Advanced Cardiac Institute, where he was undergoing treatment. With his passing, Chhattisgarh lost a mind whose poetry brought laughter and reflection in equal measure. A wave of grief s ...Read More >
JAMMU, June 7: Vehicle retail sales in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a significant drop in May 2025, mainly due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in sensitive border areas. As per data shared by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), most vehicle categories showed a decline. The data claimed the sales of commercial vehicles were hit the hardest, falling by 30.09% to 711 units, down from 1,017 units in May 2024. "Construction equipment (CE) sales dropped by 48.33%, while passen ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 8 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the Kavi Sammelan program in Dehradun on Saturday and said that the state government is dedicated and has been continuously working to preserve the cultural and literary heritage of the state. Addressing the gathering at the program, CM Dhami said, "The Uttarakhand government is dedicated and has been working to preserve the literary works and the culture of the state. Through the Uttara ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): Lyricist Javed Akhtar was honoured with the prestigious Dostoevsky Star Award for his remarkable influence on cultural heritage and literary dialogue on Friday. Taking to her Instagram handle, Shabana Azmi, wife of Javed Akhtar, shared the snaps from the award ceremony, featuring the renowned lyricist accepting the award from the dignitaries from the Russian House. Also Read | 'Sitaare Zameen Par' a Fan Boy's Love Letter to Aamir Khan, Says Director ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Ali Khan Mahmudabad, a 42-year-old Ashoka University associate professor and head of political science department, was recently arrested for social media commentary on 'Operation Sindoor,' thrusting the academic, writer, and former spokesperson of Samajwadi Party into the national spotlight. The Supreme Court on Monday has agreed to hear a plea challenging his arrest, with senior advocate Kapil Sibal calling his statements "entirely patriotic." Academics, opposition leaders and right ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jan 17 (PTI) Veteran journalist and writer Humra Quraishi, who died due to heart failure and diabetic complications, was known as an advocate for truth, justice and as a champion for the marginalised. Quraishi breathed her last at a hospital in Gurugram on Thursday, her daughter Sarah Quraishi told PTI. She was 70. Also Read | Indian Army's 'Sambhav' Smart Phone Used During China Border Talks for Secure Communication. Born in Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh on April 25, 1956, Quraish ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jan 17 (PTI) Veteran journalist and writer Humra Quraishi, who died due to heart failure and diabetic complications, was known as an advocate for truth, justice and as a champion for the marginalised. Quraishi breathed her last at a hospital in Gurugram on Thursday, her daughter Sarah Quraishi told PTI. She was 70. Born in Shahjahanpur in Uttar Pradesh on April 25, 1956, Quraishi worked as a Delhi-based writer and columnist. Having spent long years covering Kashmir as a journalist, ...Read More >
Writing verse alone does not make a poet. True poets live and breathe poetry, their lives touched and transformed by it, says Subramania Bharati. It is with reverence and profound respect that we recall the life and contribution of the iconic poet, journalist, freedom fighter, activist and social reformer, Subramania Bharati, whose life is like the message of the ancient sages of our great land. 'Bharati' was the title given to this great luminary, as was the title of 'Mahakavi'. Both signify h ...Read More >
The Huddle was a two-day conclave featuring thought leaders from the world of politics, business, academics, sports and the arts. This conclave saw Sri Lanka's the then leader of Opposition, Mahinda Rajapaksa, politicians Jairam Ramesh, Arif Mohammed Khan, tennis player Sania Mirza, the then Home Minister Rajnath Singh, among other leaders and academics share their ideas. Photo: MURALI KUMAR K A Mixed Legacy: The many facets of Indira Gandhi : Srinath Raghavan, Academic & Author, Jairam Ramesh ...Read More >
The superstar was seen talking to a contestant about race course and revealed that he used to visit for extra earning. Amitabh Bachchan is currently hosting the popular reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. He is often seen recalling instances from his life on the show. Recently, he shared a memory of receiving a letter from his father, the renowned poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, after he visited a race course. The superstar was seen talking to a contestant about a race course and revealed that ...Read More >
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