Gulshan Nanda

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50 years of Kati Patang: Shakti Samanta’s musical hit is a cautionary tale for free-spirited women

The film, released on 29 January 1971, delivered a triple delight with Asha Parekh’s nuanced performance, Rajesh Khanna’s magnetic charm and RD Burman’s mellifluous tunes.

Jan 29 2021 — Sukhpreet Kahlon

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50 years of Aradhana: Ashim Samanta on the incredible story behind the making

Filmmaker Shakti Samanta's son Ashim, a schoolboy in 1969, recalls the making of the film and its premiere.

Oct 31 2019 — Sukhpreet Kahlon

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45 years of Yash Raj Films’ Daag: Yash Chopra's conviction as a producer

On the 45th anniversary of the blockbuster's release today, we recall how Chopra passed his first litmus test as producer and made a film with a controversial plot on his own terms.

Apr 27 2018 — Sonal Pandya