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Cinemaazi remembers Krishna Goel on his birth anniversary.
29 Sep, 1927

Cinemaazi remembers Krishna Goel on his birth anniversary.

Cinemaazi remembers Mehmood on his birth anniversary
29 Sep, 1932

Cinemaazi remembers Mehmood on his birth anniversary

Cinemaazi remembers Ravi Baswani on his birth anniversary
29 Sep, 1946

Cinemaazi remembers Ravi Baswani on his birth anniversary

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Cinemaazi remembers Seema Deo on her death anniversary
24 Aug 2023

Cinemaazi remembers Seema Deo on her death anniversary

Veteran actress Seema Deo, known for her performances in films such as Jagachya Pathivar (1960), Varadakshina (1962), Juna Te Sona (1967), Anand (1971), and Kora Kagaz (1974), acted in over 80 Hindi and Marathi films in the course of her career, spanning more than six decades from the black-and-white through the colour era.
Cinemaazi remembers Richard Attenborough on his death anniversary
24 Aug 2014

Cinemaazi remembers Richard Attenborough on his death anniversary

Lord Richard Attenborough, the director of Gandhi (1982) was one of Britain's leading actors, before becoming a highly successful director. Cinemaazi remembers him on his death anniversary (24 August 2014).  His first screen role was as a callow stoker who deserts his post in Noël Coward's In Which We Serve (1942), told in flashback by survivors while they cling to a life raft after their ship has been sunk off Crete in May 1...
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Cinemaazi remembers Kalyanji on his death anniversary
24 Aug 2000

Cinemaazi remembers Kalyanji on his death anniversary

Kalyanji Virji Shah of music composer duo Kalyanji-Anandji passed away on 24 August, 2000
Cinemaazi remembers Yakub on his death anniversary
24 Aug 1958

Cinemaazi remembers Yakub on his death anniversary

Renowned screen villain and character actor Yakub passed away on this day 24 August 1958. With Gope, the famous screen comedian he formed the comedy duo named Indian Laurel and Hardy working in films like Bazzar (1949), Meharbaani (1950), Sagai (1951), and more. Cinemaazi remembers him on his death anniversary.
Cinemaazi remembers Anjali Devi on her birth anniversary
24 Aug 1927

Cinemaazi remembers Anjali Devi on her birth anniversary

Born on 24th August in 1927, Anjali Devi went on to become one of the most prominent celebrated actresses of her time. She contributed significantly to the Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Hindi film industry. This song features her exquisite portrayal of the legendary character of Anarkali in the 1955 Telugu film of the same name.
Cinemaazi remembers Dharam Chopra on his birth anniversary
24 Aug 1924

Cinemaazi remembers Dharam Chopra on his birth anniversary

Prolific cinematographer Dharam Chopra is known for popular films such as Waqt (1965), The Burning Train (1980), Kanoon (1960), Ittefaq (1969), Pati Patni Aur Woh (1978), Insaf Ka Tarazu (1980), Nikaah (1982), and Amaanat (1977)
Cinemaazi remembers K C Dey on his birth anniversary
24 Aug 1893

Cinemaazi remembers K C Dey on his birth anniversary

Krishna Chandra Dey, known as K C Dey, was a music director, musician, singer and actor active from the 1930s through the 40s. He lost his eyesight at the age of 13 but his dedication to music did not wane. Cinemaazi remembers him on his birth anniversary (24 August 1893).
23August
Cinemaazi remembers Sapan Chakraborty on his death anniversary
23 Aug 1995

Cinemaazi remembers Sapan Chakraborty on his death anniversary

Sapan Chakraborty was a music composer and singer in Bengali  and Hindi films. He worked with R D Burman as an assistant music director for a long time. He passed away on 23rd August 1995, a year after the demise of R D Burman. Image credit: https://bollywoodirect.medium.com/tribute-to-sapan-chakraborty-an-excellent-musician-music-arranger-singer-lyricist-and-film-41c13138e6c
Cinemaazi remembers Hansa Wadkar on her death anniversary
23 Aug 1971

Cinemaazi remembers Hansa Wadkar on her death anniversary

Cinemaazi remembers the Marathi and Hindi actress Hansa Wadkar on her death anniversary; she passed away on 23 August 1971. She made her debut in the film industry with Bapubhai Pendharkar’s Vijayche Lagane in 1936. Her 1959 film Sangatye Aika had a record-breaking success and later she even wrote her autobiography titled the same in 1970.  
Cinemaazi wishes Saira Banu on her Birthday
23 Aug 1944

Cinemaazi wishes Saira Banu on her Birthday

Cinemaazi wishes Saira Bano a Happy Birthday and a long life!
22August
Cinemaazi remembers Sharad Talwalkar on his death anniversary
22 Aug 2001

Cinemaazi remembers Sharad Talwalkar on his death anniversary

Sharad Talwalkar (1 November 1918-22 August 2001) was a film and television actor.  He worked in Marathi film and theatre for more than 180 films. Image credit:  https://www.lokmat.com/filmy/veteran-actor-sharad-talwalkar-jayanti/
Cinemaazi remembers Kishore Sahu on his death anniversary
22 Aug 1980

Cinemaazi remembers Kishore Sahu on his death anniversary

Kishore Sahu was one of the most respected filmmakers of his times. He was a passionate actor and writer. Cinemaazi remembers him on his death anniversary (22 August 1980).
Cinemaazi remembers Vimi on her death anniversary.
22 Aug 1977

Cinemaazi remembers Vimi on her death anniversary.

The effervescent Vimi looked all set to rule tinsel town after her crackling debut in Hamraaz (1967). Unfortunately, her career took a downward turn soon after, leading to a tragic end to her life. Cinemaazi remembers her on her death anniversary.
Cinemaazi wishes Chiranjeevi a very Happy Brithday!
22 Aug 1955

Cinemaazi wishes Chiranjeevi a very Happy Brithday!

Cinemaazi wishes Telugu actor Chiranjeevi, known as the Megastar, a very Happy Brithday! Chiranjeevi, who turns 65 today, made his debut in 1978 with Punadhirallu and has acted in over 150 films. Born as Konidela Siva Sankara Vara Prasad, rose to fame with his breakdancing skills.  In a career spanning more than 4 decades, he gave blockbusters like Subalekha (1982), Khaidi (1983), Goonda (1984), Challenge (1984), Vijetha (1985), Rowdy All...
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Cinemaazi wishes Paintal a very Happy Birthday
22 Aug 1948

Cinemaazi wishes Paintal a very Happy Birthday

Wishing the remarkable actor Paintal a very Happy Birthday. Born on this day, 22nd August in 1948, the actor contributed increasingly to the Hindi film industry through his witty comic presence and acting style. The Cinemaazi team wishes him great health and joy.  
Cinemaazi remembers Gopi Krishna on his birth anniversary
22 Aug 1935

Cinemaazi remembers Gopi Krishna on his birth anniversary

Acclaimed Indian dancer, prolific choreographer, and actor Gopi Krishna was an exponent of the Benares gharana style of Kathak. His immense creativity saw him also incorporate multiple elements of Kathakali and Bharatanatyam in his dance. Just 15 when he received the title of Nataraj (King of Dancers) at the All Bengal Music Conference, he choreographed the dances for Madhubala in Saqi (1952) when he was 17 years of age.
Cinemaazi remembers N C Sippy on his birth centenary
22 Aug 1926

Cinemaazi remembers N C Sippy on his birth centenary

Beginning as an executive producer in Aas (1953), N C Sippy went on to make films with the likes of Bharat Bhooshan in Sawan (1959) and Raj Kapoor in Diwana (1967). In 1968 he and Mehmood remade the Bengali film Pasher Bari (1952) into one of the biggest successes of all time in Padosan. Padosan remains an all-time classic, with its songs still popular among most. That year also marked the beginning of his association with Hrishikesh Mu...
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Annasaheb Deulgaonkar
22 Aug 1920

Annasaheb Deulgaonkar

Cinemaazi remembers Annasaheb Deulgaonkar (22 August 1920 - 3 June 2008), who was a screenplay writer, producer, distributor and musician, on his birth anniversary. Image caredit:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annasaheb_Deulgaonkar

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