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India Gazette
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Oscars Academy honours 'Lagaan' with tribute to iconic song 'Radha Kaise Na Jale'
New Delhi [India], May 31 (ANI): In a heartwarming nod to Indian cinema, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recently celebrated the enduring legacy of Ashutosh Gowariker's 2001 epic film 'Lagaan'. The Academy shared a clip from the iconic song 'Radha Kaise Na Jale', featuring actors Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh, on its official Instagram page, prompting a wave of nostalgia among fans worldwide. The caption accompanying the video read, 'Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh performing Radha Kaise Na Jale (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars.' Originally released in 2001, 'Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India' is a film that was India's official entry for the 74th Academy Awards and earned a nomination for Best Foreign Language Film, marking a historic moment for Indian cinema. The song 'Radha Kaise Na Jale,' composed by AR Rahman and penned by Javed Akhtar, remains one of the standout musical sequences in the film. Featuring traditional Indian dance and vibrant visuals, the piece is often praised for blending classical themes with cinematic storytelling. The Academy's tribute sparked a flurry of emotional responses online. One Instagram user wrote, 'Legendary movie and musical score.' Another commented, 'Lagaan is simply ICONIC: the story, the dialogues, the cinematography, the background score, the music and of course the performances from the whole cast. A true classic of Hindi cinema.'The film's ensemble cast included Suhasini Mulay, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rajendra Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, and British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne, among others. (ANI)
India.com
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Aamir Khan's Lagaan Song ‘Radha Kaise Na Jale' Gets Shoutout From Oscars' Official Instagram Handle
New Delhi: Aamir Khan, one of the most celebrated and iconic actors in Indian cinema, is known for delivering films that resonate both nationally and internationally. Among his many acclaimed works, Lagaan (2001) remains a timeless classic. The film didn't just make waves in India—it earned global recognition, even securing a nomination for Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards. Starring Aamir Khan as the brave and inspiring Bhuvan, the film was lauded for its powerful storytelling, compelling performances, and unforgettable music. One of its most cherished songs, Radha Kaise Na Jale, featuring Aamir and Gracy Singh in a vibrant dance sequence, has now been spotlighted by the Oscars. The official Instagram handle of the Academy shared a clip from the song, once again honoring this cinematic gem. The Academy wrote:'Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh performing 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars.' Lagaan (2001) is a critically acclaimed Indian epic sports drama directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and produced by Aamir Khan under Aamir Khan Productions. The film stars Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh, Rachel Shelley, and Paul Blackthorne. Set in British-ruled India, it tells the story of a small village that challenges British officers to a game of cricket in a bid to avoid paying unjust taxes (lagaan). As for what's next, Aamir Khan is set to star in Sitaare Zameen Par, a spiritual sequel to his beloved film Taare Zameen Par. Produced under his banner, Aamir Khan Productions, the film is slated for release on June 20, 2025, and is already highly anticipated.
India Today
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
The Academy revisits iconic Aamir Khan song from Lagaan, fans call it legendary
The Academy shared a clip of Aamir Khan-Gracy Singh's iconic track 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' from 'Lagaan' on social media. Indian fans got nostalgic about the 2002 Oscar nominee. While recalling the groundbreaking visuals, social media users praised the music and dance Academy's Instagram handle, while sharing a clip of 'Radha Kaise Na Jale', captioned its post as, "Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh perform "Radha Kaise Na Jale" (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's LAGAAN. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars (sic)."advertisementThe clip shows Bhuvan, played by Aamir and Gauri, portrayed by Gracy, dancing to the song, which is set against the ancient backdrop of Lord Krishna and Radha's playful love. It also gives a glimpse of Elizabeth, played by Rachel Shelley, watching the dance. 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' was sung by Asha Bhosle, Udit Narayan and Vaishali Samant. While reacting to the post by The Academy, a social media user commented, "Legendary movie and musical score." A fan wrote, "This song and dance performance is awesome." Fans praised the legendary score of 'Radha Kaise Na Jale' from Aamir Khan's 'Lagaan.' advertisement Nostalgic fans called 'Lagaan' a true classic of Hindi cinema. Another user commented, "'Lagaan' is simply iconic: the story, the dialogues, the cinematography, the background score, the music and, of course, the performances from the whole cast. A true classic of Hindi cinema." A fan also wrote, "One of my all-time favourite movies with great songs in it of Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh, 'Lagaan.' They should've made more movies together. She was absolutely brilliant in this." Fans praised Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh's chemistry in 'Lagaan.' Fans admired the dance performance in 'Radha Kaise Na Jale.' 'Lagaan,' directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, is an epic sports-drama which was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Academy Awards. The movie also featured Suhasini Mulay, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rajendra Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Rajesh Vivek, Raj Zutshi, Akhilendra Mishra, Daya Shankar Pandey, Yashpal Sharma and British actor Paul Backthrone in pivotal characters. advertisementAamir will next be seen in his home-production Sitaare Zameen Par, directed by RS Prasanna. The film also features Genelia Deshmukh, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran he will also be seen in Rajinikanth's Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The upcoming Tamil action-thriller also stars Nagarjuna, Upendra, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Reba Monica John, Junior MGR and Monisha actor has produced Sunny Deol's Lahore 1947, directed by Rajkumar Watch
Time of India
11 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
"They carry not just dreams but a nation's resolve,' Gautam Adani congratulates NDA women cadets
Industrialist Gautam Adcongratulated the first batch of women cadets at the National Defence Academy , calling their induction a historic step forward that reflects the nation's firm resolve and timeless values. In his X post, he wrote, "Proof. Precedent. Possibility. Congratulations to all the first women NDA cadets as they start their march forward. They carry not just dreams but a nation's resolve. The path is new. The message is timeless. Jai Hind." On Friday, the National Defence Academy (NDA) witnessed a momentous occasion as the first-ever batch of 17 women cadets was among the 336 cadets who graduated from the academy, marking the culmination of the 148th Course - Spring Term 2025, as per a release from the Ministry of Defence . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo According to the release, a total of 1,341 Cadets, including 336 from the passing out course, participated in the Passing Out Parade (POP) at the iconic Khetarpal Parade Ground in Maharashtra's Khadakwasla . Gracing the occasion as the Reviewing Officer was the Governor of Mizoram, General (Dr) VK Singh (Retd). The parade marked the successful completion of rigorous military and academic training by the cadets, culminating in a splendid display of precision, discipline and military bearing. It was impeccably conducted by Adjutant Lt Col Praveen Kumar Tiwari, astride his charger 'Reliant Robin'. Academy Cadet Captain Udayveer Singh Negi of 'G' Squadron commanded the parade with exceptional composure and military precision. Live Events In recognition of the exemplary performance, the Reviewing Officer presented the President's Gold Medal to Battalion Cadet Adjutant Prince Raj, the President's Silver Medal to Academy Cadet Captain Udayveer Singh Negi, and the President's Bronze Medal to Battalion Cadet Captain Tejas Bhatt. The prestigious Chiefs of Staff Banner was awarded to the Golf Squadron for overall excellence. The event concluded with a grand flypast featuring flag-trooping Chetak helicopters, Super Dimona motorised gliders, and the majestic Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft. This symbolised the culmination of training and the cadets' readiness to embark on the next phase of their military journey. The event was attended by a diverse group that included proud families, distinguished dignitaries, school children, civilians, and serving and retired Armed Forces personnel. The Spring Term 2025 POP stands as a proud testament to the Academy's enduring commitment to grooming future military leaders, now enriched with the inclusion of women cadets destined to serve the nation with honour and valour. The release added that the event held historical significance as it marked the passing out of the first-ever batch of 17 Female Cadets from the Academy -- a transformative milestone in NDA's legacy of nation-building.
News18
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Oscars Academy Celebrates Legacy Of Aamir Khan And Gracy Singh's Lagaan
Last Updated: The Academy honoured Aamir Khan's film by sharing a clip of the iconic song Radha Kaise Na Jale. More than 24 years since its release, Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh's Lagaan continues to garner international acclaim. In a remarkable tribute, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences honoured the film by sharing a clip of the iconic song Radha Kaise Na Jale on its official Instagram page on Friday, accompanied by a note celebrating Lagaan's enduring legacy. The caption read, 'Love, longing and a little bit of fire in her eyes. Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh performing Radha Kaise Na Jale (vocals by Asha Bhosale and Udit Narayan) from Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film (India) at the 74th Oscars." View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Academy (@theacademy) The post instantly sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans, who flooded the comments with praise for the film. One admirer called it 'Iconic," writing, 'Lagaan is simply ICONIC: the story, the dialogues, the cinematography, the background score, the music, and of course, the performances from the entire cast. A true classic of Hindi cinema." Another fan added, 'Legendary movie and musical score." An Instagram user expressed surprise, saying, 'Can't believe it's been 25 years. Such an iconic movie. Feeling nostalgic." Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India was released in 2001. The epic period sports drama, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, featured a powerful ensemble cast including Suhasini Mulay, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rajendra Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Rajesh Vivek, Raj Zutshi, Akhilendra Mishra, Daya Shankar Pandey and Yashpal Sharma, of course, apart from Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh. British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne also joined the star-studded cast to play pivotal roles. Upon its release, the film received widespread love and acclaim from audiences across India. Garnering numerous accolades, Lagaan achieved a rare milestone by earning a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Set in the late 1800s during British rule in India, Lagaan revolves around the story of a man from a rural area who inspires others to challenge British officers to a cricket match to avoid paying high taxes. Aamir Khan, who plays the protagonist, also produced the film. First Published:
