Raichand Boral

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KL Saigal introduced ‘recitative’ mode in film song and performance: Madhuja Mukherjee

On Kundanlal Saigal's 114th birth anniversary, Mukherjee, associate professor of film studies at Jadavpur University, clears the air on the singer-actor's contribution to Bengali cinema.

Apr 11 2018 — Roushni Sarkar

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When Tagore closed his eyes and Pankaj Mullick ran away

Mullick's only grandson Rajib Gupta speaks about his days of struggle and the turning points in his illustrious composing career of over 30 years.

Feb 19 2018 — Roushni Sarkar

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How KL Saigal got Kanan Devi to be more confident of her singing

The two singing stars, who shared a comfortable on-screen relationship, appeared together in a handful of films. For her 25th death anniversary today (17 July), we share a story of how Saigal encouraged Kanan Devi both as co-star and singer.

Jul 17 2017 — Sonal Pandya

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Pankaj Mullick death anniversary: Kolkata once saw two big film music collaborations

Here is why Pankaj Mullick's association with RC Boral and KL Saigal was historic in nature.

Feb 19 2017 — Keyur Seta