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Time of India
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘There's only one Lata Mangeshkar in the universe, just like there was one Krishna in Mahabharat,' says Hridaynath Mangeshkar as he remembers his sister on Raksha Bandhan
On the auspicious occasion of ' Raksha Bandhan ', Hridaynath Mangeshkar opens up about his sister, 'Bharat Ratna' Lata Mangeshar and his memories with her. He reveals how she was a father figure to the siblings, his opinion on her as a singer, how she could take up challenges amidst more. Excerpts: What are your earliest memories of Lata Didi? Of a father figure. When our father (Pandit Dinanath Mangeshkar) passed away, she looked after all us siblings like a father. She made sure all of us were fed before she ate. Every morsel that I eat, I am reminded of Didi's sacrifices for us. There were times she would go hungry but she made sure we ate. Did you attend her recordings? Not frequently. I remember attending her recording of Main piya teri tu jaane ya jaane (Basant Bahar) and Kahin deep jalehahin dil (Bees Saal Baad). Before the recording of Kahin deep jale, she had some problems with her throat. The doctors said she may not be able to sing again. But she bounced back, and how! If you wanted Didi to do something , all you had to do was tell her she won't be able to do it. What's your opinion of Lataji as a singer? I grew up with her. I guess an artiste's personality is bound to reflect in his or her art. LataMangeshkar is nota personality that comes along in every century, not even in two or three centuries. Her talent transcends time. It's our good fortune that I as a composer and you as a journalist co-existed with her. Yeh bade bhagya ki baat hai. I agree completely. She used to tell me she was scared of singing your tunes... She was just being a humble artiste to honour her brother. Her command over the twelve notes without overdoing them was amazing. When she did a happy song she made us laugh. When she did a sad song she made us cry. She could convey all emotions through her voice. I've no words to describe her talent. A talent like her comes along once in a thousand years. Nobody has heard the mythic Tansen. But to our good fortune we have heard Lata Mangeshkar . She became a legend in her own lifetime. There are other good singers like Kishore Kumar, Mohd Rafi, Asha Bhosle and Anuradha Paudwal. But no one can equal Didi. I've been a practicing musician for seventy years. I've never encountered a singer like her. And I'm not saying this because she's my sister. Go on… I could say the same about my other sisters Ashaji and Ushaji or about my guru Ustad Amir Khan. But I won't. They are not as timeless as Lata Mangeshkar. There was only one Krishna in the Mahabharata. Likewise there's only one Lata Mangeshkar.
India.com
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who became one of most popular faces of Bollywood, featured with Mumtaz, Waheeda Rahman, known as 60's king of romance, career got ruined due to…, he is…
Meet actor who became one of most popular faces of Bollywood, featured with Mumtaz, Waheeda Rahman, known as 60's king of romance, career got ruined due to…, he is… This renowned actor, who was once referred to as the King of romance in the 60s era, ruined his stardom because of his one mistake. By Ayush Srivastava Advertisement Hindi cinema has got many superstars, who went into oblivion in the end. This includes the names of many stars, one of which is the name of the actor who did great films in the 60s and 70s and was called the chocolate look actor and the king of romance of that era. Girls used to be very crazy about this actor's look. The actor made his debut in the year 1958 with the Bengali film 'Kangsa.' Before coming to Bollywood, this charming star showed his charm in many Bengali films. In the year 1962, this star made his debut with the film 'Bees Saal Baad'. Veteran Actor Biswajit Chatterjee Here we are talking about 'April Fool' actor Biswajit Chatterjee. He played the hero of Asha Parekh in the film 'Mere Sanam,' released in the year 1965. People still hum the song 'Pukarta Chala Hoon Main' from this film. Apart from being an actor, Biswajit has also been a producer, director and singer. The actor has also worked with veteran actresses of the past like Waheeda Rehman, Mala Sinha and Mumtaz. He was Sharmila Tagore's hero in the 1966 film 'Yeh Raat Phir Na Aayegi' and became so popular amongst fans and cinema lovers for his unique style, he got the title of 'King Of Romance.' Advertisement === One Mistake That Derailed Stardom Of Biswajit Biswajit's film career was going great when he tried his hand at film production on someone's advice. He produced and directed 'Kahte Hain Mujhko Raja', but the film proved to be a big flop and all his money was wasted. The actor left the path of film production and turned to acting again, but the actor's luck did not improve and he flopped in no time. The actor's hit songs include 'Kajra Mohabbat Wala', 'Tumhari Nazar Kyon Khafa Ho Gayi', 'Pukarta Chala Hoon Main' and 'Kahin Deep Jale Kahin Dil'. More About Biswajit Chatterjee Biswajit has a son and a daughter from his first wife, the late Ratna Chatterjee. His son, Prosenjit and his older daughter, Pallavi Chatterjee, are both actors in the Bengali Film Industry. Biswajit resides in Mumbai with his second wife, Ira Chatterjee, who is a producer, director, and writer of stage plays, as well as the owner of Dream Theatre. Their daughter, Prima Chatterjee, is an actress in films and theatre, and also a dance performer. Advertisement ===
India Today
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Bees Saal Baad: Timeless mystery of an English babu, village belle, and desi ghost
As part of our Retro Review series, we revisit 'Bees Saal Baad' (1962), a horror-suspense classic that became the highest-grossing film of its year. This Gothic-inspired gem, blending eerie mystery with haunting melodies, remains a captivating Review: Bees Saal Baad (1962)Cast: Waheeda Rehman, Biswajeet, Manmohan Krishna, Madan Puri, SajjanDirector: Biren NagMusic/Lyrics: Hemant Kumar, Shakeel BadayuniBox-Office Status: Super HitWhere to Watch: YouTube (4K version available)Why to Watch: For its moody Gothic horror, quirky camera work, and Hemant Kumar's haunting soundtrackMoral of the Story: Past wrongs cast long shadows, but vengeance is a hollow pursuitadvertisementIn a dimly lit haveli of Chandangarh, Kumar (Biswajeet) extinguishes the last lamp. A mournful wail pierces the foggy night, followed by the faint jingle of ghungroos. As Kumar steps through a creaking door to investigate, a clock strikes 9:30, and a glass shatters with a jarring crash."The female spirit has returned to claim another jagirdar,' warns the mansion's lone servant, a bent-over man who speaks in riddles. In a stroke of cinematic brilliance, the camera lingers on Kumar's shadowed face before panning to a swinging chandelier. Just as you brace for its collapse, the scene shifts abruptly to a swamp for a surprising comic interlude. This moment is one of many clever red herrings that make 'Bees Saal Baad' a haunting murder mystery - spellbinding even after six decades. Despite its simple plot, the film's moody lighting, inventive camera angles, eerie sound design, and enigmatic characters create a Gothic masterpiece that's impossible to look away these elements converge at the film's halfway mark to craft an unforgettable scene. As the clock strikes 9:30 - a chilling motif—the chandelier sways, a shadow glides past the haveli, and Lata Mangeshkar's haunting voice reverberates through the swamp. 'O, o, o, ooKahin Deep Jale Kahin Dil' her notes soar, blending with the slow rhythm of a flute and a snake charmer's pungi. A woman clutches her child and flees indoors; villagers huddled around a fire tremble in fear. Dressed in a suit and hat, Kumar pursues the eerie melody through the marsh. The camera darts from the marsh to a pair of anklets, white leather boots, jootis, crutches and a man with a false eye patch. 'What's your destiny? Come and find out,' Lata's voice soars through the chaos. It's a masterful fusion of melody, mystery, and artistry, with frames lit like a timeless painting. Watch it on a monsoon midnight, and the scene will make you go on a rewind Plot:The film begins with the rape and suicide of a village girl, whose vengeful spirit, villagers believe, targets every male in the zamindar family to avenge her tragedy. Kumar, the only surviving scion of the zamindars, returns to Chandangarh from abroad after 20 years - hence the title - to investigate the murders of three by warnings, Kumar pursues every clue and eerie sound through a treacherous marsh where the murders occurred. Meanwhile, he falls in love with Radha (Waheeda Rehman), the village hakeem's mystery deepens with a cryptic doctor appearing at odd hours in a buggy, a man feigning disability, and another murder. Is a supernatural killer at large? Or is it one of the many characters with hidden motives? Will Kumar escape the curse, or is it his destiny? The resolution unfolds in the gripping climax. A Nod to Dracula, HolmesDirector Biren Nag, a former art director, frames the narrative as a piece of Gothic art, crafting a masterpiece with Hemant Kumar's haunting melodies. The influence of Western horror cinema is evident. Shots of a horse-drawn buggy cutting through foggy nights echo the shadowy lighting and dramatic visuals of Dracula (1931). The recurring marsh motif and animal sounds -horses whinnying, cats mowing, and bells on calves jangling—draw inspiration from the pastoral horror of The Hound of the Baskervilles, a Sherlock Holmes classic. 'Bees Saal Baad' pays homage to the horror zeitgeist of the black-and-white editing could have elevated the film further. A crisper romantic subplot and the removal of Asit Sen's bumbling detective, with his grating sing-song voice, would have sharpened the drama. The climax, though gripping, feels slightly implausible. Yet, these are minor film's music - Lata Mangeshkar's haunting 'Kahin Deep Jale Kahin Dil', and the playful 'Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke', and Hemant Kumar's timeless tracks like 'Zara Nazron Se Kah Do Ji' and 'Beqarar Karke Hamen Yun Na Jaiye' - more than compensates for any shortcomings. 'Kahin Deep' appears twice in the movie— a bonus that makes the film's track one of the greatest in Indian 'Bees Saal Baad' delivers a thrilling blend of mesmerising visuals, enigmatic characters, false alarms, red herrings, and jump scares, cementing its status as a Gothic classic that entertains even 60 saal baad.
India.com
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
India's first horror film left audience terrified, made for Rs 12 Lakh, it broke all the records, the film is…, lead actors are…
Horror has its own influence in the world of cinema. Horror films scare people and are also liked a lot. But do you know the name of India's first horror film? If not, then let us tell you. The beginning of horror films in India is considered to be the film 'Mahal' released in 1949. Directed by Kamal Amrohi, this film was not only a superhit film of its time, but it also introduced Indian audiences to stories of mystery and ghosts. 'Mahal' was produced by Bombay Talkies, and it was one of the most expensive films of its time. 'Mahal' was made on a large scale for that time. It is said that about Rs 12 lakh (Rs 12-14 crore today) was spent on the film at that time. Which was a huge amount for the 1940s. The film's grand set, brilliant cinematography and the presence of big stars like Madhubala made it an ambitious project. Kamal Amrohi presented the story as a mysterious and psychological thriller, this genre was new in Indian cinema at that time. Mahal performed well at the box office. The film grossed around Rs 25 lakh (Rs 200 crore today) in India, a record for that time. Audiences loved the pairing of Madhubala and Ashok Kumar, and the film's songs, such as Aayega Aanewala, are still considered classics. Its success played an important role in establishing horror and suspense in Indian cinema. Cast and story of India's first horror film 'Mahal' featured Ashok Kumar and Madhubala in the lead roles. Ashok Kumar played the role of a man who visits a mysterious mansion where he falls in love with a shadow (Madhubala). Madhubala's beauty and acting mesmerized the audience. The story had a mix of love, reincarnation, and mystery, which kept the audience hooked till the end. 'Mahal' laid the foundation of Indian horror cinema and inspired later films like 'Bees Saal Baad' and 'Raat'. Even today, this film is considered a classic among cinema lovers.
