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18July
18 Jul 2022
Cinemaazi remembers Bhupinder on his death anniversary
Playback and ghazal singer Bhupinder Singh, known for his unique, resonant voice, is celebrated for his stirring ghazals as well as significant songs from films such as Gharonda (1977), Mausam (1975), Thodi Si Bewafai (1980), Kinara (1977), Parichay (1972), Aitbaar (1985), and Bazaar (1982), among others. His songs as a playback singer include Ane se uske aya bahar, Kisi nazar ko tera intezar aaj bhi hai, Beeti na beetai raina, Dil dhoondta hai,...
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18 Jul 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Ferozeshah Mistry on his death anniversary
Ferozeshah Mistry, or Pirosha Misrtry or Pherozeshah M Mistry, as his name was alternatively spelled as, was a musician who played live music during silent film exhibitions. But the true reason for his importance in Indian film history is different. He was the music composer of the first Indian talkie - Alam Ara (1931). Though there are contradictory accounts to this. Some sources claim the composer to be B Irani. The film itself did not feature...
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18 Jul 2016
Cinemaazi remembers Mubarak Begum on her death anniversary
A truly underrated singer of Hindi cinema, Mubarak Begum was the voice behind the hit songs of Daaera (1953), Aulad (1954) and Madhumati (1958) and many others. She sang for films till 1980 but never got her due as an artist and a performer. We remember the legendary voice behind some of the biggest hits of the 50s on her death anniversary-she passed away on 18 July, 2016.
18 Jul 2012
Cinemaazi remembers Rajesh Khanna on his death anniversary
Over his glorious career, Rajesh Khanna starred in a number of films inspired by Bengali classics.
18 Jul 1974
Cinemaazi remembers S V Ranga Rao on his death anniversary
S V Ranga Rao, the stalwart of Telugu and Tamil cinema is fondly remembered for his sheer presence on screen and the multitude of characters he played in his career. His performance as the tantric Nepala Manthrudu in Patala Bhairavi (1951) made everyone take notice of his talents early on in his career. Mythological films, perhaps the most popular genre in Telugu cinema, often featured Ranga Rao in various characters such as Harishchandra in Hari...
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18 Jul 1945
Cinemaazi remembers Sabita Banerjee on her birth anniversary
Cinemaazi remembers playback singer Sabita Banerjee on her birth anniversary (18 July 1938 - 29 June 2017). She was born in Lahore but she grew up in Delhi. Her father was deputy general manager of the Reserve Bank of India. Naushad gave her a break in his film Darwaza (1954). She recorded the most number of songs for Salil Chowdhury and they became a famous singer-composer duo. She sang in over 40 films.
18 Jul 1943
Cinemaazi wishes Aarti Mukherjee a very Happy Birthday!
Cinemaazi wishes Aarti Mukherjee on her birthday! In the year 1957, she bagged the first prize in the female singer's category in the All-India Murphy Metro Music contest held in Bombay and caught the attention of music composers. She sang her first song for Do Phool (1958).
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18 Jul 1943
Cinemaazi remembers Kalpana on her birth anniversary
Critically acclaimed as one of the finest actress to grace the screen of Kannada cinema, Kalpana acted in 80 movies in her shot career of 15 years. Her movies carried strong and hard-hitting messages which are treasured in the cinema history. She was also known as a fashion icon as her mega sleeve blouses, elaborate hairdos, large rings, rich zari and chiffon saris and long necklaces emerged as iconic statements at that time. Kalpana was born on...
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17July
17 Jul 2018
Cinemaazi remembers Rita Bhaduri on her death anniversary.
Cinemaazi remembers Rita Bhaduri on her death anniversary. An accomplished character actress, she was the daughter of actress Chandrima Bhaduri. She acted in Aaina (1977) and played the lead role in the Malayalam film Kanyakumari(1974). Julie (1975) was her breakthrough in Hindi cinema. She also went on to have a prolific career in Gujarati cinema.
17 Jul 2005
Cinemaazi remembers C L Rawal on his death anniversary
Remembering director C L Rawal on the occasion of his death anniversary—he had passed away on 17 July, 2005. Rawal had directed films such as Dil Hi To Hai (1963), Dil Ne Phir Yaad Kiya (1966), Aabroo (1968), and Ladki Pasand Hai (1971). His Dil Hi To Hai starred Raj Kapoor and Nutan in pivotal roles. The film, which had songs penned by lyricist Sahir Ludhianvi and music by Roshan, also had the popular song Laaga chunri mein daag, rendered...
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17 Jul 1997
Cinemaazi remembers Harbans Papey on his death anniversary
Harbans Papey was a music composer, choreographer and actor known for his work in Tarzan and King Kong (1965), Chaudhary Karnail Singh (1960) and Hurricane Express (1961). While he featured onscreen in Yaadgaar (1970), Lafange (1975), Garam Khoon (1980) and Angrejjan (1982), he composed songs for Chaudhary Karnail Singh (1960) and Hurricane Express (1961). As a choreographer he worked on films such as Satluj De Kande (1964), Kaajal (1965), Gunaho...
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17 Jul 1993
Cinemaazi remembers Dronacharya on his death anniversary
A noted cinematographer of the 1950s, Dronacharya was known to nurture talented individuals like H M K Murthy and V K Murthy. V K Murthy got his first job as an assistant cinematographer with Dronachayrya in the film Maharana Pratap. He worked with Hemen Gupta in Anand Math (1952), Ramesh Saigal in Railway Platform (1955), and Subodh Mukherji in Paying Guest (1957). He passed away on 17 July 1993. Cinemaazi remembers him on his death anniversary.
17 Jul 1992
Cinemaazi remembers Shanta Hublikar on her death anniversary
A trained classical singer and actor, Shanta Hublikar started her career character roles before turning to lead roles in films by V Shantaram and others. Her role as the rebellious courtesan Kesar in the film Aadmi/Manoos (1939), is considered the defining role of the 30s. She gave many spectacular performances throughout her career across Hindi and Marathi cinema. She passed away on 17th July, 1992.
17 Jul 1992
Cinemaazi remembers Kanan Devi on her death anniversary
Remembering the singer, actor and producer Kanan Devi on her death anniversary-the actress passed away on 17 July, 1992. Starting her career as child artist Kanan Bala with Madan Theatres of Calcutta during the silent era, she was a rare artist of the silent era to make a smooth transition to the talkies. Transitioning from an amateur singer and unknown actor to the practitioner of classical music and Rabindra sangeet, Kanan Devi was known for th...
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17 Jul 1959
Cinemaazi wishes Zarina Wahab a very happy birthday
Making her debut in the 70s, Zarina Wahab still continues to be active in the film and television industry giving remarkable performances. Her roles in Chitchor (1976) and Gharaonda (1977) are still revered by the audiences. Cinemaazi wishes the actor on her birthday!
17 Jul 1931
Cinemaazi remembers Suraj Prakash on his birth anniversary
Suraj Prakash went on to become one of the most in demand directors in Hindi cinema after the tremendous success of Jab Jab Phool Khile (1965). He was an assistant director under Shakti Samanta in Bahu (1955). He began his career directing the Master Bhagwan-Shashikala starrer Beti (1957). He co-directed Asiatic Production’s Patang (1960) with Hargobind which starred Mala Sinha and Rajendra Kumar.
17 Jul 1930
Cinemaazi remembers Sachin Bhowmick on his birth anniversary
Cinemaazi remembers Sachin Bhowmick on his birth anniversary. He has been credited with writing stories and screenplays for over 90 films.
17 Jul 1919
Cinemaazi celebrates Snehal Bhatkar on his birth anniversary
Cinemaazi remembers the talented music composer Snehal Bhatkar on his birth anniversary. He was born as Vasudev Gangaram Bhatkar.
17 Jul 1908
Cinemaazi remembers Niren Lahiri on his birth anniversary
Starting off his career as an actor, Niren Lahiri went on to become a successful director during the golden age of Bengali cinema, known for his Uttam Kumar starrers Indrani (1958) and Rajdrohi (1966), and the Certificate of Merit winning Jadubhatta (1954). He was born on 17 July, 1908.
16July
16 Jul 2021
Cinemaazi remembers Surekha Sikri on her death anniversary
Cinemaazi remembers Surekha Sikri (19 April 1945 - 16 July 2021) on her death anniversary who was a popular stage performer. She also gave some memorable performances onscreen including Saeed Akhtar Mirza's Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro (1989).
16 Jul 1930
Cinemaazi remembers Zul Vellani on his birth anniversary
Zul Vellani (Zulficar Mohamedhussein Vellani) (16 July 1930 - 31 December 2010), seen in this clip from Aawaz (1956) was an actor, director, scriptwriter, producer and commentator. Zul Vellani by some accounts was born on 5 October 1934 but Cinemaazi could not verify which of the two is correct. One of the most respected thespians of his times, he was also the voice behind over 700 Films Division films. He was also heard on the HMV record featuri...
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