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India.com
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Bollywood's first film to earn Rs 1 crore, released 82 years ago, became an all-time blockbuster due to…, film is…
Today, entry of any film in 100-200 crore club is not a big deal. Now good movies easily earn 500 to 1000 crore rupees. But do you know that when the country was not even independent, a film made history by earning more than 1 crore at the box office, whose name is 'Kismat'. This movie released in the year 1943 had stars like Ashok Kumar, Mumtaz, Shah Nawaz in lead roles. The credit for the success of 'Kismat' was given to music composer Anil Vishwas. This musician became a director He was born on this day, 7 July 1914, in Barisal, East Bengal (now Bangladesh). The music composed by Anil Biswas for this film touched people's hearts directly. Songs like 'Aaj Himalaya Ki Choti Se, Phir Humne Lalkara Hai' filled people with patriotic feelings, and sweet tunes like 'Dheere Dheere Aa Re Baadal' touched every heart. Was interested in music since childhood Anil Vishwas was interested in music since childhood. He also participated in the freedom movement in his teens, due to which he also went to jail. He came to Mumbai to work and started working in theatre and after this he slowly entered the film world. How his career started This is how my career started? Initially, he composed music for some Calcutta films, but he got real recognition from 'Bombay Talkies'. He not only gave good songs in films, but also changed the direction of film music. After 'Kismat', Anil Biswas became one of the biggest composers of the Hindi film industry. He gave the first break to singers like Mukesh, Talat Mahmood, Lata Mangeshkar, Meena Kapoor and Sudha Malhotra and got them recognition. The magic of music spread throughout the country He also gave place to semi-classical music like Ghazal, Thumri, Dadra, Kajri and Chaiti in films. Anil Biswas' music was popular in the entire country in the 1940s and 50s. At a time when most songs were simple, Anil da added depth and new layers to them. His compositions sound new even today. His music in films like 'Anokha Pyar', 'Aarzoo', 'Tarana', 'Akash', 'Hamdard' was one better than the other. He also created a Ragamala, which combined four different ragas in one song. No one had done this experiment in that era. Had retired from films As a music composer, he worked for 'Chhoti Chhoti Baatein' released in 1965. So, the stories of many stars also started ending with him. The songs of this film 'Zindagi Khwab Hai…' and 'Kuchh Aur Jamana Kehta Hai…' are examples of his artistic thinking. The story of the film did not make much of a mark among the people, but its music is still on people's lips. After retiring from films, Anil Vishwas came to Delhi and started studying music. He worked with institutions like Akashvani and Sangeet Natak Academy. Initially, he composed music for some Calcutta films, but he got real recognition from 'Bombay Talkies'. He not only gave good songs in films, but also changed the direction of film music. After 'Kismat', Anil Biswas became one of the biggest composers of the Hindi film industry. He gave the first break to singers like Mukesh, Talat Mahmood, Lata Mangeshkar, Meena Kapoor and Sudha Malhotra and got them recognition, The magic of music spread throughout the country He also gave place to semi-classical music like Ghazal, Thumri, Dadra, Kajri and Chaiti in films. Anil Biswas' music was popular in the entire country in the 1940s and 50s. At a time when most songs were simple, Anil da added depth and new layers to them. His compositions sound new even today. His music in films like 'Anokha Pyar', 'Aarzoo', 'Tarana', 'Akash', 'Hamdard' was one better than the other. He also created a Ragamala, which combined four different ragas in one song. No one had done this experiment in that era.
Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actor Smita Jaykar Recalls Seeing 'Skinny, Dark' Priyanka Chopra During Kismat
Veteran actor Smita Jaykar recently shared a candid memory from the sets of the 2004 film Kismat, where she worked with Priyanka Chopra. In a new interview, Smita admitted she was shocked to see Priyanka looking 'skinny and dark' at the time, and couldn't believe this was the same Miss World. The comments have sparked mixed reactions online, some calling it honest industry insight, others calling it problematic. Watch the full story and public reactions to this throwback revelation.
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First Post
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Priyanka Chopra's 'Kismat' costar Smita Jaykar recalls judging the actress for being 'skinny' & 'dark': ‘How do these people come to...'
Priyanka Chopra has mentioned several times how she faced scrutiny over her dark complexion and skinny physique in her initial phase of her career read more From being a 'Desi Girl' to 'Global Sensation', Priyanka Chopra's journey is not only inspirational but exceptional in all sorts of forms. The _Heads of State_ actress has mentioned several times how she faced scrutiny over her dark complexion and skinny physique in her initial phase of her career. Now, veteran actress Smita Jaykar shared that she judged PeeCee for her physical attributes during their 2004 film Kismat and doubted her potential based on her appearance. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I worked in Priyanka's initial days' film with her, Kismat. She was very thin, skinny, dark. She was introduced to me and Mohan Joshi that she would be playing our daughter. When I saw her, I said, 'Oh My God'. She looked like nothing at that point in time. I thought how do these people come to become a heroine,' Smita recalled while talking to Filmymantra Media. Smita shared that she later regretted judging Priyanka on her appearance and said, 'Cut to, Priyanka Chopra was wow. I thought, what has this girl gone and done? She became a diva completely. So, you can't judge somebody and say, 'Yaar, yeh kisko leke aaye ho'. Kuch maaloom nahi kiski kismat kab badal jaaye (Whom have you brought. You never know when fate changes). What an actress, fab!' Talking about Kismat, the movie also featured Bobby Deol Kabir Bedi, Sanjay Narvekar, and Ashish Vidyarthi in prominent roles. It was directed by Guddu Dhanoa of Ziddi, Aflatoon, Bichhoo and Big Brother fame. It was the remake of AR Murugadoss' Dheena, which featured Ajith Kumar, Laila and Suresh Gopi in key roles. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Talking about Priyanka Chopra, she was recently seen in Prime Video's Head of State, which also features John Cena, Idris Elba, Jack Quaid, Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, and Carla Gugino in key roles. It is directed by Ilya Naishuller.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Smita Jaykar recalls judging ‘skinny, dark' Priyanka Chopra during Kismat: ‘How do these people come to become heroine'
Actor Priyanka Chopra has previously spoken about the scrutiny she faced over her dark complexion and slender physique during the early stages of her career. However, defying all odds, she went on to become a global star, earning recognition in both Bollywood and Hollywood. In a recent interview with Filmymantra Media, Priyanka's Kismat co-star Smita Jaykar recalled her initial reaction upon meeting the young actor and admitted she had doubts about her potential based on her appearance. Smita Jaykar talks about Priyanka Chopra's intial days in Bollywood. Smita Jaykar on judging Priyanka Chopra Smita recalled playing Priyanka's mother in Kismat and said, "I worked in Priyanka's initial days' film with her, Kismat. She was very thin, skinny, dark. She was introduced to me and Mohan Joshi that she would be playing our daughter. When I saw her, I said, 'Oh My God'. She looked like nothing at that point in time. I thought how do these people come to become a heroine.' However, later, Smita regretted judging Priyanka on her looks and said, "Cut to, Priyanka Chopra was wow. I thought, what has this girl gone and done? She became a diva completely. So, you can't judge somebody and say, 'Yaar, yeh kisko leke aaye ho'. Kuch maaloom nahi kiski kismat kab badal jaaye (Whom have you brought. You never know when fate changes). What an actress, fab!" About Kismat The action film directed by Guddu Dhanoa starred Bobby Deol and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles, along with Kabir Bedi, Sanjay Narvekar, Smita and Ashish Vidyarthi in key roles. The film follows the story of a hitman named Tony (played by Bobby), who works for a gangster and finds himself entangled in a complex web of crime, betrayal, and redemption. Priyanka plays the role of Sapna, a singer and Tony's love interest, who becomes a pivotal part of his emotional transformation. Priyanka's projects Meanwhile, Priyanka is busy promoting her recent release, Heads Of State. The action comedy film directed by Ilya Naishuller also stars John Abraham and Idris Elba in lead roles. The film is available to watch on Prime Video. Apart from this, Priyanka is all set to make her comeback to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli's SSMB 29. The film also stars Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles and is currently under production.
News18
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Smita Jaykar Thought Priyanka Chopra Couldn't Be A Heroine: ‘She Was Dark, Looked Like Nothing'
Smita Jaykar says Priyanka Chopra was once 'skinny and dark', but stunned her with a diva-like transformation and global success. Priyanka Chopra has shattered countless stereotypes to become one of the most influential Indian actors in the world today. But her journey to stardom was anything but easy. In a recent interview, veteran actor Smita Jaykar, who worked with Priyanka in the 2004 film Kismat, recalled her first impression of the actress and how Chopra's incredible transformation left her stunned. Speaking to Filmymantra Media, Smita candidly shared, 'I did Priyanka's initial days' film with her, Kismat. She was very thin, skinny, dark. She was introduced to me and Mohan Joshi that she will be playing our daughter. When I saw her, I said, 'Oh My God'. She looked like nothing at that point of time. I thought how do these people come to become a heroine." However, Smita admitted that her perception changed completely. 'Cut to, Priyanka Chopra was wow. I thought what has this girl gone and done. She became a diva completely. So, you can't judge somebody and say, 'Yaar, yeh kisko leke aaye ho'. Kuch maaloom nahi kiski kismat kab badal jaaye. What an actress, fab!" Priyanka has always been vocal about her struggles with body image and skin colour. In an earlier interview with BBC, the Quantico star had said, 'I was called 'black cat', 'dusky'. I mean, what does 'dusky' even mean in a country where we are literally all are brown? I thought I was not pretty enough, I believed that I would have to work a lot harder, even though I thought I was probably a little bit more talented than my fellow actors who were lighter skinned." Despite the challenges, Priyanka has carved a unique path in global entertainment. She was last seen in Heads of State, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video on July 2. The action-comedy features her as MI6 agent Noel Bisset, alongside Idris Elba and John Cena. Meanwhile, Smita Jaykar will next appear in Maa Lapataa and the third season of web series Romeo. First Published: July 05, 2025, 01:08 IST
