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Cinemaazi remembers S D Burman on his birth anniversary
01 Oct, 1906

Cinemaazi remembers S D Burman on his birth anniversary

Cinemaazi remembers Majrooh Sultanpuri on his birth anniversary
01 Oct, 1919

Cinemaazi remembers Majrooh Sultanpuri on his birth anniversary

Cinemaazi remembers Nasir Khan on his birth anniversary
01 Oct, 1924

Cinemaazi remembers Nasir Khan on his birth anniversary

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06June
Cinemaazi remembers Saeed Sabri on his death anniversary
6 Jun 2021

Cinemaazi remembers Saeed Sabri on his death anniversary

Saeed Sabri passed away on Sunday, 6 June 2021. The famous Qawwali singer was the father of Farid and Ameen Sabri, the famous Sabri brothers. He had recorded the song Der na ho jaye kahin with Lata Mangeshkar for Henna (1991).
Cinemaazi remembers Shanta Shelke on her death anniversary
6 Jun 2002

Cinemaazi remembers Shanta Shelke on her death anniversary

Poet, lyricist, and writer Shanta Shelke passed away this day, 6 June, 2002. Making a considerable contribution to Marathi literature via poems, stories, novels, character sketches, interviews, and critiques, she also penned songs for several films. She made her debut as a lyricist with the film Ram Ram Pavna (1950), which instantly won favour with audiences. She penned songs such as the laavni Reshmachya reghanni rendered by Asha Bhosle, Je ved...
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Cinemaazi remembers Chandrima Bhaduri on her death anniversary
6 Jun 1997

Cinemaazi remembers Chandrima Bhaduri on her death anniversary

Today we remember supporting actress Chandrima Bhaduri who passed away this day, 6 June in 1997. She acted in several films over the course of her career such as Hulchul (1971), Ranga Khush (1975) and Chor Machaye Shor (1974). Among her early films were Umeed (1962), and Bandini (1963) in which she played the head warden. She was mainly seen in mother’s roles in films such as Zindagi Aur Maut (1965), Teesra Kaun (1965), Lal Patthar (1971),...
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Cinemaazi remembers D R Naidu on his birth anniversary
6 Jun 1936

Cinemaazi remembers D R Naidu on his birth anniversary

Remembering prolific filmmaker, studio owner and politician Daggubati Rama Naidu who was born this day, 6 June in 1936. Recipient of the Padma Bhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke awards, he produced films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, Oriya, Punjabi, Bengali as well as in English. Founding his company Suresh Productions in 1963, he went on to produce more than 130 films in a career spanning approximately five decades. He holds the re...
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Cinemaazi remembers Sunil Dutt on his birth anniversary
6 Jun 1929

Cinemaazi remembers Sunil Dutt on his birth anniversary

Sunil Dutt wore many hats during his lifetime and excelled in all of them - as actor, director, producer and politican. Cinemaazi pays tribute to one of the most beloved actors of Hindi cinema history on his birth anniversary.
Cinemaazi remembers Rajinder Krishan on his birth anniversary
6 Jun 1919

Cinemaazi remembers Rajinder Krishan on his birth anniversary

Attracted to poetry from a young age, Rajinder Krishan attended an all-India mushaira which ultimately facilitated his arrival in Bombay. After he wrote his first screenplay for Janta (1947), he first tasted success with Badi Behen (1949). He wrote countless memorable songs over the years. He was born on 6 June, 1919.
Cinemaazi remembers Farooq Kaiser on his birth anniversary
6 Jun 1918

Cinemaazi remembers Farooq Kaiser on his birth anniversary

A versatile Urdu poet, who not only penned songs for B films and big banner films from the 1950s but also made a mark during the disco wave of the 80s, Farooq Kaiser was born on 6 June, 1922.
05June
Cinemaazi remembers Kedar Kapoor on his death anniversary
5 Jun 1987

Cinemaazi remembers Kedar Kapoor on his death anniversary

Remembering filmmaker Kedar Kapoor on the occasion of his death anniversary. Born in 1927 in Peshawar, he directed several films starting from the 50s until the 80s. Among the earliest films he directed were Lal Pari (1954), Miss Coca Cola (1955), and Chenghiz Khan (1957). Other films he directed over the decades include Milan (1958), Commander (1959), Darasingh: Ironman (1964), Rustom-E-Hind (1965), Sunehra Jaal (1966), Farishta (1968), Toofan (...
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Cinemaazi remembers Puttanna Kanagal on his death anniversary
5 Jun 1985

Cinemaazi remembers Puttanna Kanagal on his death anniversary

Cinemaazi remembers the great Chitra Bhrahma Puttanna Kanagal on his death anniversary. Singularly important in the history of Kannada cinema, he was assistant to B R Panthulu before making his debut with a Malayalam film. His first Kannada film Belli Moda (1967) was a huge success, establishing him as a director with great vision. He became famous for his films which bridged art and commercial cinema.
Cinemaazi remembers Govindrao Tembe on his birth anniversary
5 Jun 1981

Cinemaazi remembers Govindrao Tembe on his birth anniversary

A renowned Hindustani classical musician, Govindrao Tembe also worked in Marathi cinema in the 1930s. Born on 5 June, 1881, he learnt the harmonium on his own and later trained under Bhaskarbuwa Bakhale. He considered Ustad Alladiya Khan his guru. Immensely successful as a musician, he performed all over the world. He also started his own company, the Shivraj Natak Mandali. He used to compose for Marathi dramas, and later transitioned to films as...
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Cinemaazi wishes Viju Shah a very happy birthday
5 Jun 1959

Cinemaazi wishes Viju Shah a very happy birthday

Cinemaazi wishes music composer Viju Shah a very Happy Birthday. Born 5 June 1959, to him goes credit for composing the hit music scores of Vishwatma (1992), Mohra (1994), Tere Mere Sapne (1996) and Gupt (1997). His background score for Gupt also bagged him the Filmfare Award. Son of Kalyanji Shah and nephew of Anandji Shah, who comprised the famous music director duo, Shah worked closely with both as a music arranger since Don (1978). Experienci...
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04June
Cinemaazi remembers Basu Chatterjee on his death anniversary
4 Jun 2020

Cinemaazi remembers Basu Chatterjee on his death anniversary

One of the harbingers of middle cinema, Basu Chatterjee passed away last year on this day. From his roots in the Indian New Wave to making some classic middle cinema films like Rajnigandha (1974), Chhoti Si Baat (1975), and Chitchor (1976), his work spanned a wide range.
Cinemaazi remembers B N Basak on his death anniversary
4 Jun 2020

Cinemaazi remembers B N Basak on his death anniversary

Baidyanath Basak, better known as B N Basak, on June 04, 2020. One of the best-known cinematographers of his times, Basak remained active in Hindi and Bengali cinema over nearly seven decades. 
Cinemaazi remembers Anil Suri on his death anniversary
4 Jun 2020

Cinemaazi remembers Anil Suri on his death anniversary

Cinemaazi remembers actor-director Anil Suri on the day of his passing. He passed away on 5 June 2020. He was seen in films such as Karmayogi (Ram Maheshwari, 1978), Raaj Tilak (Rajkumar Kohli, 1984). He directed the 1991 film Begunnah. 
Cinemaazi remembers Krishna Goyal on his death anniversary
4 Jun 2010

Cinemaazi remembers Krishna Goyal on his death anniversary

Krishna Goyal, the veteran Hindi film playback singer has sung for films such as Dahej (1950), Lanka Dahan (1952), Dhuaan (1953), Ladki (1953), Mallika (1956) and Naag Padmini (1957). He sang with renowned singers such as Lata Mangeshkar in Kabhi Ye To Mujhse Puchho for Dhuaan, and Geeta Dutt in Raat Hai Nikhari Hui Neend Hai Bhikhari Hui for Mallika. Cinemaazi remembers the beloved singer who passed away on 4 June 2010.
Cinemaazi remembers Arudra on his death anniversary
4 Jun 1998

Cinemaazi remembers Arudra on his death anniversary

An influential poet and lyricist, Bhagavatula Sadashiva Sankara Sastry took up the pseudonym Arudra when he decided to dedicate himself fully to writing. Over a career of over four decades he wrote some popular Telugu songs and screenplays, after his debut in Beedala Paglu (1950).
Cinemaazi wishes Ashok Saraf a very happy birthday
4 Jun 1947

Cinemaazi wishes Ashok Saraf a very happy birthday

Happy Birthday, Ashok Saraf! The actor with the undeniable flair for comedy was born this day, 4 June, in 1947. Starting off in the 1980s, he featured as a lead actor in films such as Ek Daav Bhutacha (1982), and Ashi Hi Banava Banavi (1988). Along with other popular names such as Laxmikant Berde, Sachin Pilgaonkar and Mahesh Kothare, he rode the comedy wave in Marathi cinema that started 1985 onwards and sustained for more than a decade. He feat...
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Cinemaazi remembers S P Balasubrahmaniam on his birth anniversary
4 Jun 1946

Cinemaazi remembers S P Balasubrahmaniam on his birth anniversary

Known for his immense productivity and versatility, S P Balasubramanyam has charmed generations of listeners with his mesmerising voice. Born in Nellore on 4 June, 1946 he ahd originally pursued a career in engineering. But always possessing prodigious talent as a singer, he always visited music composers for an opportunity to sing. He made his debut in Sri Sri Sri Maryada Ramanna (1966), with songs in Kannada and Tamil soon following suit. At a...
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Cinemaazi remembers Nutan on her birth anniversary
4 Jun 1936

Cinemaazi remembers Nutan on her birth anniversary

After beginning her career as a teenager, Nutan began her second innings in films as an adult with Seema (1955). This phase made her one of the most decorated actresses of all times, known for her powerful performances. She was born on 4 June, 1936.
Cinemaazi remembers K Datta on his birth anniversary
4 Jun 1908

Cinemaazi remembers K Datta on his birth anniversary

Music composer Datta Korgaonkar or K Datta, as he was generally called, is known for his work in films such as Maharathi Karna (1944), Yateem (1945), Shaahkaar (1947), Rangmahal (1948), Daman(1951), Rishta (1954), Harihar Bhakti (1956), and Ajanabi (1966). Stepping into the film industry to score music for Marathi films, the first Hindi film he scored music for was Mera Haq (1939), followed by Alakh Niranjan (1940),...
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