DILIP KUMAR
Ramayana star Ravi Dubey chose acting over IT career. How did TV star bag his role in Ranbir Kapoor’s magnum opus? A look at his educational qualifications
During an interview with Galatta Plus, the actor revealed that he went through a formal audition and look test for the role. He also had multiple discussions with director Nitesh Tiwari and producer Namit Malhotra. Describing the opportunity as something beyond one's expectations or prayers, he said he considered himself fortunate to have received it, attributing the opportunity to divine blessings and sheer good luck.
Salman Khan’s father Salim was brought to Bombay by Dilip Kumar’s co-star, was treated like a little brother. How did he go from flop actor to top screenplay writer?
Before Salman Khan emerged as one of Bollywood’s biggest stars, he was widely recognised as the son of celebrated screenwriter Salim Khan. A key member of the iconic Salim-Javed writing partnership, Salim was instrumental in shaping several major Hindi film successes, including Zanjeer, Deewar, Don, Trishul, Sholay and Shakti. In a recent conversation, Shahzad Khan, son of legendary actor Ajit Khan, discussed his father’s contribution to Salim Khan’s journey in th
Nagaon bypoll: NDA steps up final-day push, 2,309 booth committees to hold padyatras
Campaigning for the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election is intensifying, with Debashis Sharma representing the NDA. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma led 15 public meetings across eight Assembly segments. On the final campaign day, all polling booths will conduct padyatras to engage local voters. Over 1,100 meetings were also held by senior leaders and party workers. Various party wings organized 9,500 courtyard meetings to mobilize voter support effectively.
SpiceJet delay left family without connecting flight, forcing fresh tickets, extra travel and hotel expenses, airline ordered to pay Rs 85,816
A Patna consumer commission has ordered SpiceJet to pay Rs 85,816 to a senior citizen after repeated flight delays made his family miss a connecting flight, rejecting the airline's bad weather defence for lack of proof.
Senior bureaucrat Narendra Bhooshan named Environment Ministry Secretary
Narendra Bhooshan has been appointed as Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Previously, he was the Secretary for the Department of Land Resources. His appointment follows the retirement of Tanmay Kumar from the position. Dilip Kumar is also set to be reassigned from his role as Director General in the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
Jharkhand CID arrests two more in recruitment exam irregularities cases
The CID has arrested two more individuals in Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities. One arrest is linked to the JSSC Combined Graduate Level examination-2023. Another arrest involved a coaching centre operator in Ranchi for JPSC exam irregularities. These arrests bring the total to thirteen for the JSSC-CGL examination. The state government had previously cancelled several recruitment examinations following protests.
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Amitabh Bachchan's co-actress ruled Bollywood in 90s. After quitting films, she became a wildlife photographer. What led to her second career in her 80s?
Waheeda Rehman transitioned from a legendary Indian actress to a dedicated wildlife photographer. She initially trained as a dancer before her successful acting career began. Her interest in photography grew over decades, becoming a serious pursuit later. Read on to know what led her to pursue photography in her 80s.
Govinda’s near-death confession: How Dilip Kumar forced him to walk away from 25 movies
Bollywood star Govinda narrowly escaped a life-threatening health crisis. Legendary actor Dilip Kumar intervened, urging Govinda to abandon 25 film projects. Govinda followed the advice, returning money to producers and prioritizing his well-being. This decision, made during the 90s, allowed Govinda to survive and continue his career. The actor shared this revelation on 'The Kapil Sharma Show'.
The betrayal that caused a rift between Dilip Kumar and his Mughal E Azam director K Asif: ‘I distanced myself…’
Filmmaker K. Asif and actor Dilip Kumar shared a deep bond during the making of Mughal-e-Azam. This friendship turned sour when Asif pursued and eloped with Dilip's sister, Akhtar. Dilip Kumar felt betrayed by this personal relationship. The incident caused a significant rift between the two men. Mughal-e-Azam, despite this turmoil, became a cinematic landmark.
Dharmendra once broke into Dilip Kumar’s house long before he became a star. Here’s what happened
Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who passed away at 89, once famously broke into Dilip Kumar's house in his youth, driven by admiration. Years later, after winning a talent contest, Dharmendra finally met his idol, Dilip Kumar, who welcomed him warmly, shared his struggles, and even gifted him a sweater, a gesture Dharmendra cherished.
'King' Dilip Kumar arrived in a Mercedes, drank tea from silverware, refused to do a slap scene, recalls Anupam Kher
Anupam Kher fondly remembers his experiences working with Dilip Kumar, describing it as a royal collaboration. He recounts Kumar's majestic presence on set, highlighting his quiet authority and considerate nature. Kher cherishes the praise he received from Kumar, which significantly boosted his confidence. Their shared work in four films left a lasting impact on Kher's career.
Dilip Kumar's 100th birthday: Saira Banu gets emotional at a two-day film festival 'Dilip Kumar Hero of Heroes'
PVR and INOX have partnered with the Film Heritage Foundation to showcase four of Dilip Sahab’s iconic films in 20 cities. Saira Banu said such events should be organized for other legends like Raj Kapoor, Dharmendra.
Remembering Dilip Kumar: From 'Devdas' to 'Shakti', 8 iconic performances of India's 'ultimate method actor'
Dilip Kumar was known for bringing a nuanced, subtle brand of acting.
Ahead of Dilip Kumar’s 100th birth anniversary, theatres pin hopes on ‘Hero of Heroes’ festival
PVR opened the advance booking for the festival on December 3.
How Anupam Kher's mother mistook her brother-in-law for Dilip Kumar
Dulari Kher, Anupam Kher's mother, recently revealed how she once thought her brother-in-law was Dilip Kumar, while narrating a funny incident. Anupam Kher had called his mother on his chat show and interviewed her.
Throwback Thursday: Dilip Kumar's father slapped actor after seeing his first film's posters, almost kicked him out of home
Khan didn't watch his son's movies for the first two years. Despite living under one roof, they would avoid each other as much as possible.
Remembering the 'lively & vibrant': Saira Banu wants late husband Dilip Kumar's 99th birth anniversary to be quiet
Kumar, who would have turned 99 on Saturday, passed away on July 7 due to prolonged illness.
Veteran actor Dilip Kumar, who enthralled India with 'Devdas' & 'Mughal-e-Azam', passes away at 98; Modi mourns 'cinematic legend'
The actor had been ailing for a long time.
Dilip Kumar's contribution to Indian cinema will be remembered for generations: Rahul Gandhi
Dilip Kumar, known to generations of film-goers as 'tragedy king', had been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of Mumbai's Hinduja Hospital, a non-COVID-19 facility, since Tuesday.
Indian cinema shall always be 'before & after Dilip Kumar': Big B, Subhash Ghai, Praful Patel wish actor on 96th birthday
Wishes poured in for the legend on Twitter.
Veteran actor Dilip Kumar hospitalised, being treated for recurrent pneumonia
The yesteryear star was admitted to Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital last month after complaints of a chest infection.
Family friend confirms Dilip Kumar is recovering
Kumar was admitted on August 2 for dehydration and a urinary tract infection.
After a week, Dilip Kumar discharged from hospital
Wearing a light pink color kurta-pyjama, Kumar came out on on a wheel chair accompanied by wife Saira Banu around noon.
Modi government may give Bharat Ratna to Dilip Kumar; buzz rife in power circles
Pakistan-born Muhammed Yusuf Khan, popularly known as Dilip Kumar, debuted as an actor in the film Jwar Bhata in 1944.
Dilip Kumar's 92nd Birthday celebrated in Peshawar
Dilip Kumar's 92nd birthday was celebrated today with much fanfare in his home town of Peshawar where he spent the first 12 years of his life.
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai sets up scholarship in legendary actor Dilip Kumar's name
"My daughter came up with the idea to institute a scholarship in the name of Dilip Kumar who had inaugurated Whistling Woods in 2006," said Ghai.
Dilip Kumar to be discharged tomorrow
Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar, who is recuperating after being hospitalised for chest infection, will be discharged by tomorrow, doctors attending on him said.
Pakistan honours Dilip Kumar, makes home a museum
Islamabad seems to have finally decided to celebrate the roots of Bollywood legends by deciding to acquire Kumar’s ancestral house and convert it to a museum.
Council formed to save Dilip Kumar's ancestral home in Pakistan
Several civil society groups and activists from Pakistan's northwest have formed a council to work for the protection of Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar's ancestral home.
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