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01 Oct, 1906

Cinemaazi remembers S D Burman on his birth anniversary

01 Oct, 1919

Cinemaazi remembers Majrooh Sultanpuri on his birth anniversary

01 Oct, 1924

Cinemaazi remembers Nasir Khan on his birth anniversary

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29May

29 May 2020

Cinemaazi remembers Yogesh on his death anniversary

Yogesh also known as Yogesh Gaur / Yogesh Gaud had only Rs 500 with him when he started looking for jobs in Bombay. It was Gulshan Bawra who introduced him to Robin Banerjee that kickstarted his career. Initially working in stunt films, his luck changed when he met Salil Chowdhury who gave him the opportunity to write lyrics for Anand (1970). There was no looking back after that.

29 May 2007

Cinemaazi remembers Vanmala on her death anniversary

Vanmala was born Susheela Devi Pawar on 23 May 1915 in Ujjain, where her father, Colonel Raobahadur Bapurao Anandrao Pawar, was the state collector and commissioner. Brought up in the lap of luxury in Gwalior, she was trained in horse-riding, swimming, polo and fencing as a child. Vanmala completed her early education from Sardar Daughter’s School and received her Bachelors’ degree from Gwalior. Thereafter, she moved to Mumbai to purs...

29 May 2007

Cinemaazi remembers Snehal Bhatkar on his death anniversary

Kidar Sharma got Snehal Bhatkar his first chance in films in 1944, but it wasn't until the 50s that he reached the peak of his career. He decided to go by the Snehal after his daughter's name Snehalata. He passed away on 29 May, 2007.

29 May 1972

Cinemaazi remembers Prithviraj Kapoor on his death anniversary

His powerful acting, regal persona and booming voice set him apart from all actors of his era. Prithviraj Kapoor, who mesmerised both theatre and cinema audiences with his performances passed away on 29 May, 1972.

29 May 1954

Cinemaazi wishes a very happy birthday to Pankaj Kapur

A very happy birthday to Pankaj Kapur! The veteran actor is a three time National Award winner - for Raakh (1989), Ek Doctor Ki Maut (1990) and Maqbool (2004). Known for his ability to disappear within a role, he was an NSD graduate, before making his film debut with Arohan (1982). He also had a prominent role in Richard Attenborough's Gandhi (1982). Over the years he has played beloved character roles in films like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983),...

29 May 1952

Cinemaazi remembers Ambarish on his death anniversary

Launched by Puttanna Kanagal in the National Award winning Naagarahavu (1972), Ambarish went on to become the angry young man of the 80s in films like Antha (1981). The famous star was born on 29 May, 1952.

29 May 1928

Cinemaazi remembers Bela Mukherjee on her birth anniversary

Born on 29 May, 1928, Bela Mukherjee got her first break in Kashinath (1943). After her marriage to Hemant Kumar she collaborated with him on a number of films. She also managed the production company Geetanjali Pictures.

29 May 1909

Cinemaazi remembers Mukhram Sharma on his birth anniversary

A celebrated lyricist, dialogue and scriptwriter, Pandit Mukhram Sharma was born on 29 May, 1909. Beginning with writing the lyrics for Sant Dnyaneshwar (1940), he did some of the best work of his career with B R Chopra. He also worked extensively with AVM and Gemini films.

29 May 1905

Cinemaazi remembers Hirabai Barodekar on her birth anniversary

Here’s remembering Hirabai Barodekar, known by the sobriquet ‘Gaan Hira’ or sparkling gem in the musical arena, on her birth anniversary. A leading Hindustani classical music vocalist, she was born on 29 May, 1905 to Ustad Abdul Karim Khan, founder of the Kirana gharana, and Tarabai who came from a royal background. Her musical training started early. She first performed onstage at the anniversary celebrations of Gandharva...

28May

28 May 2016

Cinemaazi remembers Suresh Chatwal on his death anniversary

Suresh Chatwal performed in films as well as television serials. He has acted in Hindi films mainly as a supporting actor. He has worked in Films like Mili, Phool Aur Kaante, Kaya Palat,Uphaar, and Munna Bhai MBBS.

28 May 2003

Cinemaazi remembers Marc Zuber on his death anniversary

Zubair Ahmed Siddiqi (5 May 1944 – 28 May 2003), better known as Marc Zuber, was an Indian–British actor, who appeared in many British and Hindi films and television dramas.

28 May 1998

Cinemaazi remembers Aparesh Lahiri on his death anniversary

Singing popular Bengali songs like Ei duniya chiriakhana and Line lagao, Aparesh Lahiri distinguished himself as one of the best practitioners of Bengali modern music. He also had a brief stint in Hindi cinema singing for Shankar Jaikishan. His musical legacy was carried forward by his son, Bappi Lahiri. He passed away on 28 May, 1998.

28 May 1966

Cinemaazi remembers Ratan Mohan on his death anniversary

Remembering producer and presenter Ratan Mohan on the occasion of his death anniversary. He had passed away this day, 28 May in 1996. Mohan produced films from the 1960s through the 1990s. His productions include Shree Ram Bharat Milan (1965), Shararat (1972), Sangram (1976), Heera Moti (1979), Jeeo Aur Jeene Do (1982), Jwala (1986), Haatim Tai (1990), Maha Shaktishaali (1994), and Aaya Toofan (1999). Films that he had presented include Jaggu (19...

28 May 1964

Cinemaazi remembers Mehboob Khan on his death anniversary

A titanic figure in the history of Hindi cinema, Mehboob Khan passed away on 28 May, 1964. Beginning his career as an extra in Imperial Film Company he went on to direct some unforgettable classics like Manmohan (1936), Aurat (1940), Roti (1942), Najma (1943), Andaz (1949), Aan (1952) and of course, Mother India (1957).

28 May 1923

Cinemaazi remembers N T Rama Rao on his birth anniversary

An icon for Telugu cinema and one of the most influential figures in Andhra Pradesh history, few actors have politically mobilised their mass following like N T Rama Rao did. The great NTR was born on 28 May, 1923.

28 May 1922

Cinemaazi remembers Vinod on his birth anniversary

Remembered for the immensely popular Lara lappa lara lappa song from Ek Thi Ladki (1949), music director Vinod composed for several Hindi and Punjabi films. He was trained by Pandit Amarnath, he was only 17 when his first composition was released.

28 May 1921

Cinemaazi remembers D V Paluskar on his birth anniversary

A brilliant Indian classical vocalist, D V Paluskar was performing all over the country by the age of 14. A practitioner of the Gwalior gharana he was particularly known for his bhajan renditions. He sang for only two films Baiju Bawra (1952) and Shaap Mochan (1955) before he passed away at the young age of 35. He was born on 28 May, 1921.

27May

27 May 1956

Cinemaazi wishes Asha Sachdev a very happy birthday

Asha Sachdev impressed audiences with her performance in Priyatama (1977) which won her a Filmfare Award. But her career ultimately paid the price for her bold image. Today is her birthday. Read more about her in this interview from Star & Style, 1976.

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