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India.com
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film changed Rajesh Khanna's life, made him a superstar, remained in theatres for 100 consecutive days, movie is...
In the yesteryears of Bollywood, there are many actors who have left a lasting image on the audience. From Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand and more, there are many actors in the Bollywood industry who are loved till date. However, among them, the first one to be called a superstar in Bollywood was none other than the OG Rajesh Khanna. While everyone knows about Rajesh Khanna's stardom, do you know which movie made him a star? If not, then keep on scrolling to know. Rajesh Khanna was one of those actors that every time one of his films was released, it created a frenzy. His fans used to wait in lines for hours and even days to get the tickets. One of his films broke all the box office records. The film was running in cinema halls for 100 consecutive days. Which Movie Made Rajesh Khanna a Star? Rajesh Khanna was known for breaking records by giving 17 back-to-back hits. However, let us tell you that the movie which made Rajesh Khanna a star was none other than Aradhana, where he shared the screen with veteran actress Sharmila Tagore. What was the Story of Aradhana? The movie was based on the 1946 film To Each His Own. Fans really loved the storyline of the film and found it moving. The main lead of the film also received Filmfare Awards for their roles. A song of the film which was loved by the audience was Mere Sapno Ki Rani. The song is evergreen and despite the movie being released decades ago, it still remains the favourite of the audience.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kishore Kumar once called Mumbai a 'friendless city', revealed he was 'conned' into acting: 'Everyone seeks to exploit you'
Kishore Kumar was more than just a voice, he was a whirlwind of talent, mischief and magic. From singing timeless hits like 'Roop Tera Mastana' and 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani' to playing unforgettable roles in 'Padosan' and 'Half Ticket', he ruled hearts across generations. But behind the laughter and melodies was a man deeply troubled by fame and the city that came with it. Kishore once revealed how Mumbai never felt like home, only a trap. In a throwback with The Illustrated Weekly of India, Kishore opened up about how much he disliked the city and the film industry . The 'Zindagi Ek Safar Hai Suhana' singer didn't hold back as he said, 'Who can live in this stupid, friendless city where everyone seeks to exploit you every moment of the day? Can you trust anyone out here? Is anyone trustworthy? Is anyone a friend you can count on? I am determined to get out of this futile rat race and live as I've always wanted to. In my native Khandwa, the land of my forefathers. Who wants to die in this ugly city?' A career he never wanted Many people don't know that Kishore Kumar never wanted to be an actor. His real dream was to sing. But because of his brother Ashok Kumar 's fame, the film world pulled him into acting. He further said, 'I was conned into doing this. All I wanted was to sing, and yet due to peculiar circumstances, I was persuaded to act in the movies. The directors don't give a dan about me, they just need me because I sell.'* Doing everything to avoid acting Kishore Kumar went to great lengths to avoid acting in films. He used all sorts of tricks to get out of it, even behaving in ways people thought were strange. He admitted, 'I have tried every trick in the book to get out of acting. I muffed my lines, pretended to be crazy, shaved my head off, played difficult, began yodelling in the midst of tragic scenes, told Meena Kumari what I was supposed to tell Bina Rai in some other film. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo They still wouldn't let me go, and I hated every second of it.' Despite all this, the film industry wouldn't let him go, because he was a star, and they knew he sold tickets. The real reason he came to Mumbai The 'Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas' singer never moved to Mumbai to become a star. He only came because he hoped to meet his singing idol, KL Saigal, through his brother Ashok. He revealed, 'The industry was determined to make a star out of me because I was dadamoni's (Ashok) brother.' A dream that remained unfulfilled Kishore had made up his mind to leave Mumbai and go back to Khandwa, his hometown. He wanted to leave the city and the stress behind, and return to a peaceful life. But life had other plans. Though he needed two more years to wrap up his work, he sadly passed away before he could move. Kishore Kumar passed away due to a heart attack on 13 October 1987 in Mumbai. Exclusive | Kajol CANDID On Horror Fears and Son Yug's Voice Debut In 'Karate Kids: Legends' Dharmendra Recommends Amitabh Bachchan for Sholay Role | How Big B Landed Jai's Role
India.com
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kishore Kumar used to keep skulls and bones at home due to..., son Amit Kumar reveals SHOCKING reason
Kishore Kumar used to keep skulls and bones at home due to..., son Amit Kumar reveals SHOCKING reason Kishore Kumar, the renowned face of India's music industry, doesn't need any introduction. King of melodious voice, he has given a number of chart-topping melodies in his long career. Besides that, his waggish silver-screen performances and eccentric lifestyle stole many hearts too. However, there were several mysterious speculations surrounding Kishore Da's quirky behaviour. In a latest interview, his son, Amit Kumar, broke silence on one such long-standing rumour, claiming that his father used to keep skulls and bones at his home. Amit Kumar reveals why his father Kishore Kumar used to keep skulls and bones at home In a conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Amit Kumar talked about one of the most talked-about rumour about Kishore Kumar that he was fond of collecting human skulls and bones, to ward off unwelcomed visitors. When asked, he clarified that it was all baseless rumours, instead they were just cultural souvenirs that his father purchased during family trip in Africa. Amit said, 'We had gone to perform in East Africa, Nairobi. He had a hobby of collecting such curios. So, on our way back, we brought them home. In fact, they are still there, preserved in the family trust.' Amit also revealed that his father had a deep admiration for African culture. From its music to traditional artifacts everything was reflected not just in his collection, but also in his musical saga. He fondly remembered that his father's response to such witty and outlandish tales were, 'Woh khud par mazak karte thay… he was like, 'Theek hai, duniya kehti mujhe pagal, main kehta hoon duniya ko pagal… bolne do pagal… achha hai, kyun na.' Kishore Kumar, who was regarded as one of the most influential singers of his time, had an estimated record of singing 2,905 songs in multiple languages. Some of his most popular songs like Tera Mastana, Mere Sapno Ki Rani, Zindagi Ek Safar and more made him a household name. In 1987, the legendary figure passed way from a heart attack at the age of 58.
India.com
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kishore Kumar's son Amit Kumar recalls sleeping between his father and stepmother, shares he used to kick his ' mummy' Madhubala in sleep
Kishore Kumar's son Amit Kumar recalls sleeping between his father and stepmother, shares he used to kick his ' mummy' Madhubala in sleep In the glamorous world of Bollywood, where everything seems picture-perfect from the outside, there is a lot that happens behind the curtains than what meets the eye. While tales of fame and stardom are usually what we see on the forefront, personal struggles, complicated interpersonal relationships are rarely spoken about. One such tale belongs to a legendary singer who had achieved massive success in terms of his profession, but his personal life was full of complications, four marriages, shifting family dynamics, and complex relationships. The person we are talking about is none other than Kishore Kumar. Widely known as the biggest playback singer, the legendary star was an actor, producer, and screenwriter. Although he made his debut as an actor but it was his iconic singing that rose him to fame. He has given his voice to many A-list iconic stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Deva Anand, and more. Some of his cult classic that resonates with the audience even today are 'Zindagi ek safar', 'Pal Pal Dil Ke Pass', 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani', and many more. However, while his professional life was full of success, his personal life was rather complicated. He had four marriages. Ruma Guha Thakurta, legendary actress Madhubala, Yogeeta Bali, and then finally Leena Chandvarkar. Kishore Kumar has been in the news many times for his complicated love life, especially with Madhubala, as that was a blend of love and tragedy. However, recently, his son, Amit Kumar, opened up about the lesser-known part of his life. He shared about his childhood and how, even after the complex dynamics of his father and mother, Ruma Guha Thakurta, he never felt any sort of resentment towards his father for remarrying. Expressing his gratitude, he shared, 'I got love from both parents. I loved both, and they saw to it, He made another surprising revelation about how his mother, Ruma (Kishore Kumar's first wife) and Leena (Kishore Kumar's fourth wife) lived together under the same roof for over a decade. Instead of having any friction, they both shared a harmonious bond over meal, laughter and memories. 'They were all so broad-minded,' Amit said, speaking about the acceptance in the family 'I really love my parents, I miss them. They taught me these things.' Amit also spoke about having an unbiased and affectionate relationship with his father's second wife, Madhubala. 'I used to call her 'mummy' only,' he recalled. He shared a memory about how as a kid he had a habit of kicking in his sleep, prompting Madhubala to sleep between him and Kishore. She once jokingly told Kishore, 'Aapka ladka bahut laat maarta hai (Your son kicks a lot).' This dynamic of family despite the complexes seems quite rare but shows how the entire family inherited acceptance and were quite broad minded.
