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Released in 1955, Mr. & Mrs. 55 was directed and produced by Guru Dutt. It stars Madhubala and Dutt in lead roles. (Image: News18 Creative)
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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
Guru Dutt's alleged closeness with Waheeda Rahman reportedly led to his broken marriage with Geeta Dutt, the 'Pyaasa' actress had said, 'His work came first, then his wife and children'
Guru Dutt , born as Vasanth Kumar Shivashankar Padukone, remains one of Indian cinema's most iconic and visionary filmmakers. Known for his innovative storytelling and visual brilliance, Dutt's films often carried a melancholic undertone, echoing the turbulence of his own life. His journey in cinema began in 1944 as a choreographer, but it was his directorial prowess that set him apart as a true maverick. He went on to make some of the best movies of Hindi cinema which will be remembered for generations to come, like 'Pyaasa', 'Kaagaz Ke Phool', 'Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam', among others While his professional achievements were unmatched, Guru Dutt's personal life was fraught with emotional turmoil. In 1953, he married the celebrated playback singer Geeta Roy, whose soulful voice had captured his heart during the making of Baazi. Their love blossomed despite strong opposition from Geeta's family, who were concerned about her being the family's sole provider. The couple remained undeterred and tied the knot on May 26, 1953, eventually having three children - Tarun, Arun, and Nina. Celebrating 100 Years of Guru Dutt: Classics, Screenings & Legacy However, cracks in their marriage soon began to show. Dutt's in-laws believed he had married Geeta for financial reasons, prompting him to restrict her from singing for films outside his own productions. Geeta's affection gradually gave way to jealousy and suspicion, particularly concerning Guru Dutt's interactions with his female co-stars. Guru Dutt's sister, Lalitha Lajmi, once revealed, 'They had 11 years of a tempestuous marriage. Both of them were brilliant as artistes but as a couple faced constant friction. She was suspicious of every actress he worked with. She kept tabs on him all the time. That was her only undoing. There would be frequent quarrels and she'd take the children away to her mother's home. He'd beg her to return.' One such actress was Waheeda Rehman . Dutt cast her in her breakout lead role in Pyaasa, which later became one of the most revered films in Indian cinema. Their on-screen collaboration blossomed into a deeply personal bond. They worked together on several acclaimed films such as '12 O'Clock', 'Kaagaz Ke Phool', and 'Chaudhvin Ka Chand'. While Waheeda saw him as her mentor, their growing closeness became a source of strain in his already fragile marriage. Speculations abounded about their relationship, some viewed Waheeda as his muse, and others believed he had fallen hopelessly in love with her, which many saw as the final blow to his crumbling marriage with Geeta. In 'Ten Years with Guru Dutt: Abrar Alvi's Journey', by Sathya Saran, Abrar recalled how Mumtaz Begum (Waheeda's mother) was worried about the future of their relationship. ''Abrar, what will happen to my daughter? I worry about her'. Her fears were well-founded. 'My daughter is not the type to flit from man to man, and he is a married man,' she would say to me. 'She tells me that he says he will give up his life for her.' She knew I was close to Guru Dutt and probably hoped I would ask him about his intention. ' However, Rahman also never spoke about her relationship with Guru Dutt. In a chat with Nasreen Munni Kabir for her book Conversations with Waheeda Rehman, here's what she had said when asked about rumours of their relationship. 'His work came first, then his wife and children. He was obsessed with filmmaking. None of my film colleagues have ever asked me personal questions about our relationship. It was always other people and the press who was curious, and still is, almost sixty years later. I know we are public figures but I strongly believe my private life should remain private. What ultimately matters and concerns the world is the work we leave behind.' As personal tensions mounted, Guru Dutt's emotional and mental health deteriorated. Struggling with financial troubles and the breakdown of his personal relationships, he turned to alcohol. Over time, even Waheeda distanced herself from him, reportedly due to his increasing dependence on alcohol and his frequent bouts of anxiety and depression. On the night of October 10, 1964, Guru Dutt's life came to a tragic end. He consumed a combination of alcohol and sleeping pills, leading to what many believe was an accidental overdose, though some continue to view it as a deliberate act of despair.
Economic Times
8 hours ago
- Economic Times
Did Archana Puran Singh's son quit vlogging after this one comment asked him to 'change profession'? Here's what he said
Synopsis Aaryamann Sethi, son of Archana Puran Singh, is taking a break from his YouTube vlogging. His channel, Aary Vlogs, quickly gained over 106K subscribers. He posted daily for 30 days. Aaryamann shared his gratitude and addressed some negative comments. He mentioned a hurtful comment about his music. He plans to return with Season 2 soon. ET Online Veteran actress Archana Puran Singh aka the laughter queen, often steals the limelight with videos on her official YouTube channel. It has truly become an enjoyable destination for fans. Besides Archana, her son Aaryamann Sethi also has a channel and puts music videos plus daily vlogs. But, recently, he announced a short break from his daily vlogging. After posting consistently for 30 days, his YouTube channel Aary Vlogs gained major traction over the past month, crossing 106K subscribers in a short span. In his latest video, Aaryamann thanked his fans for their support and shared a few personal reflections on the experience, including how a negative comment affected him. In the emotional video, Aaryamann began by expressing his gratitude to viewers who joined him on the 30-day content streak. He also acknowledged the warm response to his original music video Madhubala , which was directed by his brother Ayushmaan Sethi and featured his girlfriend Yogita. The project was a family collaboration. While the overall response has been encouraging, Aaryamann admitted he was impacted by some criticism. 'I know some people didn't like the song, which is fine. All art isn't for everyone,' he said. However, one particular troll comment suggesting that he should 'change his profession' left him hurt. "I won't lie, it hurts. But I know there are people who like what I'm doing, and I'll keep going for them,' he added. Despite the temporary pause, Aaryamann made it clear that this is not the end of his YouTube journey. 'Yes, we will continue to vlog. But I'll take a break for a few days. Season 1 is now over, and we will plan for Season 2,' he said, teasing new content in the near future. The Sethi-Puran Singh family has been actively building a presence on YouTube, often appearing together in videos. What started as occasional family vlogs on Archana's channel has now evolved into a household of creators, each exploring their own formats and creative voices. With 106K subscribers already on board and many more expected to follow, fans will be waiting to see what Season 2 of Aary Vlogs.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Time of India
Hansal Mehta says Guru Dutt was 'not a great actor'; Javed Akhtar reveals an unknown fact about 'Pyaasa' movie
Even 100 years after his birth, Guru Dutt 's impact on Indian cinema is still deeply felt. The legendary director of classics like 'Pyaasa' and 'Kaagaz Ke Phool' continues to inspire modern filmmakers such as Sudhir Mishra, R. Balki, and Hansal Mehta . As the film industry marks his centenary, Hansal Mehta shared an honest and bold opinion—he feels Guru Dutt was a much stronger filmmaker than actor. Guru Dutt a better director than actor Speaking at a centenary event honouring the legendary filmmaker, Mehta stated, 'The principal performances in Guru Dutt's films are remarkably not great. This is my personal, unpopular opinion — Guru Dutt himself was not a great actor." Mehta praises Guru Dutt's strength as a visual storytelling Hansal went on to explain that Guru Dutt's true brilliance lay in his mastery of visual and emotional storytelling. According to him, Dutt's strong directorial craft often made up for what he felt were average performances, 'But the craft, the overall cinema of that moment was stronger. It wasn't dependent on that one central performance," he said. He further said, 'It was all the elements of cinema coming together — lighting, framing, the way scenes were staged. When you talk about craft, you often say, 'Arey, performance itna achha nahi hai'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo You don't notice other aspects of filmmaking." Mehta on the visual impact of 'Pyaasa' While reflecting on Guru Dutt's famous scene in 'Pyaasa', where he stands with arms outstretched during the song, 'Yeh Duniya Agar Mil Bhi Jaaye Toh Kya Hai" plays. Because the cinematic experience is so powerful, it overpowers his own inadequacy as an actor. So, you remember that frame, him standing like Jesus Christ, but as an actor, I found him fairly blank if I look at him. I don't need to because everything else in that is so complete. " Dilip Kumar was Guru Dutt's first choice for 'Pyaasa' In an interesting revelation, legendary writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar shared that 'Pyaasa' was not initially meant to star Guru Dutt. Speaking at an event, Akhtar disclosed that Dutt had first approached none other than Dilip Kumar to play the heartbroken poet at the center of the film's tragic love triangle. Regretted saying no Despite Guru's heartfelt offer, Dilip Kumar turned it down once again, believing it would be impractical to reshoot a film already in progress. Javed shared that the legendary actor later confessed he had only a few regrets in his career and 'Pyaasa' was one of them. Speaking candidly, Akhtar said, 'Dilip sahab told me he repents three films he refused. Baiju Bawra (1952) was one of them — maybe because he couldn't understand the intensity. And 'Pyaasa'. And third, I'm very shyly saying, Zanjeer," Interestingly, 'Zanjeer', co-written by Akhtar and Salim Khan, would go on to become the turning point in Amitabh Bachchan's career. What Hansal Mehta learned from the pandemic
