It was still some years before he attained iconic status as a Bollywood villain while revealing his real identity to the bemused hero in his trademark soft yet menacing drawl, but before Ajit, whose birth anniversary falls on January 27, became the “Loin”, he had to receive a salutary lesson in dealing with big cats onscreen – from Balraj Sahni.
Ajit recalled they were shooting for costume swashbuckler “Dharti” (1970) – a remake of Tamil film “Sivandha Mann” with Rajendra Kumar stepping into the shoes of Sivaji Ganesan, and a scene had him, as the evil Diwan, coming down on a lift with a tiger on a leash to where Sahni was waiting.
However, Sahni refused to go along, noting that he had agreed to “work with humans, not beasts”, and the scene had to be shot without him.
After this, Ajit, in an article for Urdu film magazine ‘Shama’ in 1975, said that he...
Ajit recalled they were shooting for costume swashbuckler “Dharti” (1970) – a remake of Tamil film “Sivandha Mann” with Rajendra Kumar stepping into the shoes of Sivaji Ganesan, and a scene had him, as the evil Diwan, coming down on a lift with a tiger on a leash to where Sahni was waiting.
However, Sahni refused to go along, noting that he had agreed to “work with humans, not beasts”, and the scene had to be shot without him.
After this, Ajit, in an article for Urdu film magazine ‘Shama’ in 1975, said that he...
- 1/27/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 30 (Ians) Ahead of his 81st birthday (October 11), Bollywood’s evergreen emperor Amitabh Bachchan will be honoured with ‘Bachchanalia’ – an auction of over 300 memorabilia, spanning his 55 years’ looming presence and contributions to the film industry.
The auction by deRivaz & Ives will take place October 5-7, as a tribute to his long and illustrious career and affords his fans and collectors a chance to own a ‘historic piece’ of his stupendous cinematic journey since 1969.
Up for grabs will be iconic film posters, photographs, lobby cards, showcards, film booklets and original artworks of several of his epochal movies that contributed to his metamorphoses – from a struggler to an actor, star, heart-throb, a superstar, a legend and the veteran of 200-plus films now acknowledged as a ‘Yug Purush’.
Going under the hammer shall be a rare set of two showcards of his blockbuster “Zanjeer” (1973), an original, hand-made collage crafted from silver gelatin photographic prints,...
The auction by deRivaz & Ives will take place October 5-7, as a tribute to his long and illustrious career and affords his fans and collectors a chance to own a ‘historic piece’ of his stupendous cinematic journey since 1969.
Up for grabs will be iconic film posters, photographs, lobby cards, showcards, film booklets and original artworks of several of his epochal movies that contributed to his metamorphoses – from a struggler to an actor, star, heart-throb, a superstar, a legend and the veteran of 200-plus films now acknowledged as a ‘Yug Purush’.
Going under the hammer shall be a rare set of two showcards of his blockbuster “Zanjeer” (1973), an original, hand-made collage crafted from silver gelatin photographic prints,...
- 9/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 30 (Ians) Ahead of his 81st birthday (October 11), Bollywood’s evergreen emperor Amitabh Bachchan will be honoured with ‘Bachchanalia’ – an auction of over 300 memorabilia, spanning his 55 years’ looming presence and contributions to the film industry.
The auction by deRivaz & Ives will take place October 5-7, as a tribute to his long and illustrious career and affords his fans and collectors a chance to own a ‘historic piece’ of his stupendous cinematic journey since 1969.
Up for grabs will be iconic film posters, photographs, lobby cards, showcards, film booklets and original artworks of several of his epochal movies that contributed to his metamorphoses – from a struggler to an actor, star, heart-throb, a superstar, a legend and the veteran of 200-plus films now acknowledged as a ‘Yug Purush’.
Going under the hammer shall be a rare set of two showcards of his blockbuster “Zanjeer” (1973), an original, hand-made collage crafted from silver gelatin photographic prints,...
The auction by deRivaz & Ives will take place October 5-7, as a tribute to his long and illustrious career and affords his fans and collectors a chance to own a ‘historic piece’ of his stupendous cinematic journey since 1969.
Up for grabs will be iconic film posters, photographs, lobby cards, showcards, film booklets and original artworks of several of his epochal movies that contributed to his metamorphoses – from a struggler to an actor, star, heart-throb, a superstar, a legend and the veteran of 200-plus films now acknowledged as a ‘Yug Purush’.
Going under the hammer shall be a rare set of two showcards of his blockbuster “Zanjeer” (1973), an original, hand-made collage crafted from silver gelatin photographic prints,...
- 9/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The iconic Rekha turned 66 on Saturday, and wishes have been pouring in from friends and fans all through the day.
"Happy Birthday wishes go out today to dear Rekha. We have been good friends for many years now and I always wish her happiness and prosperity in life. Have a great day and year dear friend," actress-politician Hema Malini tweeted, along with a picture collage of the two superstar actresses who were contemporaries in their heydays.
“Happy Birthday” wishes go out today to dear Rekha. We have been good friends for many years now and I always wish her happiness and prosperity in life. Have a great day and year dear friend! pic.twitter.com/mnirh5DeyV
— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) October 10, 2020
Urmila Matondkar wrote: "Star-struck. Happy Birthday Most Gorgeous #Rekha ji. Thank you for sharing love n warmth both on n off screen. Love you to moon and back."
"Wish...
"Happy Birthday wishes go out today to dear Rekha. We have been good friends for many years now and I always wish her happiness and prosperity in life. Have a great day and year dear friend," actress-politician Hema Malini tweeted, along with a picture collage of the two superstar actresses who were contemporaries in their heydays.
“Happy Birthday” wishes go out today to dear Rekha. We have been good friends for many years now and I always wish her happiness and prosperity in life. Have a great day and year dear friend! pic.twitter.com/mnirh5DeyV
— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) October 10, 2020
Urmila Matondkar wrote: "Star-struck. Happy Birthday Most Gorgeous #Rekha ji. Thank you for sharing love n warmth both on n off screen. Love you to moon and back."
"Wish...
- 10/10/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Amitabh Bachchan's journey of five decades to become the Bollywood "Shahenshah" was not always a smooth ride. Indeed, his life is nothing short of brilliant biopic material. Early rejections were followed by a phase when he made his mark as a promising actor, which was soon overshadowed by the kind of superstardom Bollywood never saw before or after. When the superstar tried his hand at film entrepreneurship, he went bankrupt, only to bounce back and claim supremacy as a super brand and respectability as an icon.
The first reaction of the industry all those years ago, however, was far from welcoming. His tall and lanky frame, and the baritone of his voice, were deemed unsuitable for Bollywood's image of a perfect hero back then. These factors were pointed out as flaws, and reasons why he wouldn't be able to make it big in the industry.
Also Read:?When Big...
The first reaction of the industry all those years ago, however, was far from welcoming. His tall and lanky frame, and the baritone of his voice, were deemed unsuitable for Bollywood's image of a perfect hero back then. These factors were pointed out as flaws, and reasons why he wouldn't be able to make it big in the industry.
Also Read:?When Big...
- 11/7/2019
- GlamSham
The onscreen and off screen camaraderie between the veteran actor Kader Khan and the legendary Amitabh Bachchan is known to one and all. For the uninitiated, it was Kader Khan who wrote memorable dialogues in Amitabh Bachchan's films like Do Aur Do Paanch, Agneepath, Giraftaar, Mr. Natwarlal, Khoon Pasina, Satte Pe Satta, Hum, Inquilab etc. So, when the news of Kader Khan's comeback film in Bollywood (Ho Gaya Dimag Ka Dahi) reached Amitabh Bachchan, he immediately took to twitter to 'welcome' the veteran actor. Amitabh Bachchan tweeted "Kadar Khan .. great colleague, writer, contributor to many of my successful films .. returns to film after a long hiatus ! Welcome". Besides Kader Khan, Ho Gaya Dimag Ka Dahi also stars Om Puri, Sanjay Mishra, Rajpal Yadav, Razzak Khan, Amita Nangia amongst others. Directed by Fauzia Arshi, the film is slated to release September 25.
- 8/10/2015
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
"Saara Shaher Mujhe Loin Ke Naam Se Jaanta Hai," roared Ajit, the numero uno villain of the early 70s in Subhash Ghai's hit film Kalicharan. For the younger generation who do not recognize him can identify the stylish villain in Amitabh Bachchan starrer Zanjeer (who played Dindayal Teja) and in Dharmendra's hit film Yaadon Ki Baaraat (as Shakal). His other hit films include Dharma, Jugnu, Khote Sikkay, Warrant, Mr. Natwarlal, etc
Ajit's biggest contribution to cinema is his revolutionary, savvy gentleman style that he imparted to villainy, which for long had been typecast as loud and wild. Ajit's unique style became so popular that it became his trademark style till he breathed his last.
How Ajit invented this style is an interesting tale. In an interview, Ajit had revealed, "The character of Dindayal Teja which I portrayed in Zanjeer was actually inspired from a real-life personality.
Ajit's biggest contribution to cinema is his revolutionary, savvy gentleman style that he imparted to villainy, which for long had been typecast as loud and wild. Ajit's unique style became so popular that it became his trademark style till he breathed his last.
How Ajit invented this style is an interesting tale. In an interview, Ajit had revealed, "The character of Dindayal Teja which I portrayed in Zanjeer was actually inspired from a real-life personality.
- 3/30/2015
- GlamSham
It is believed that Amitabh Bachchan's first song is Mere Paas Aao Mere Dosto Ek Kissa Suno.... from the 1979 hit film Mr. Natwarlal. Actually it was filmmaker Rakesh Kumar and music director Rajesh Roshan, who had cajoled Amitabh Bachchan to sing the song with the intention of exploiting Amitabh Bachchan's popularity among the children. The idea hit the bull's eye and rest is history.
However, few may know that before Mr. Natwarlal, it was eminent singer Mukesh, (who gave such hit songs like Mera Joota Hai Japani... Sawan Ka Mahina.... Chandan Sa Bana...), who had discovered a
singer in Amitabh Bachchan and motivated him to try his hand at singing!
In an interview Mukesh informed, "I was singing the song Hamka Aaisa Vaisa Na Samjho Ham Bade Kaam Ki Cheez... from the movie Adalat (1976). The highlight of this song is that it is penned in typical Bhojpuri (North...
However, few may know that before Mr. Natwarlal, it was eminent singer Mukesh, (who gave such hit songs like Mera Joota Hai Japani... Sawan Ka Mahina.... Chandan Sa Bana...), who had discovered a
singer in Amitabh Bachchan and motivated him to try his hand at singing!
In an interview Mukesh informed, "I was singing the song Hamka Aaisa Vaisa Na Samjho Ham Bade Kaam Ki Cheez... from the movie Adalat (1976). The highlight of this song is that it is penned in typical Bhojpuri (North...
- 3/25/2015
- GlamSham
Apart from the fact that Khoobsurat and Raja Natwarlal come from the stable of Utv Disney, there is yet another common factor in both films. Both films have Pakistani actors playing the lead. While Khoobsurat will mark the debut of Fawad Afzal Khan in Bollywood, actress Humaima Malick will be debuting in this industry with Raja Natwarlal. While not many Bollywood films happen to release in our neighboring country Pakistan, these films hold a special significance in the minds of Bollywood lovers there since their local actors will be playing lead roles in these films. In fact, Fawad Khan is excited about the fact that his first Bollywood film will be releasing in his country. He also further mentioned that he would have been disappointed if Khoobsurat wouldn't have released there because he owes this to his fans who played a big role in making him the star that he is today in Pakistan.
- 8/14/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
With Bollywood celebrities constantly striving to promote their films innovatively, Emraan Hashmi too has been indulging into extensive promotions for his upcoming film Raja Natwarlal. Emraan, who will be seen in a film after a gap of one year (last seen in Ghanchakkar, 2013), has now decided to cash in on the popularity of the Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez starrer Kick. Emraan Hashmi will be seen selling the tickets of Kick at the suburban multiplex Gaiety in Mumbai as a part of Raja Natwarlal's promotions. In fact, Emraan plans to con people by pursuing them to buy the wrong tickets. Considering that Emraan Hashmi too has a strong fan base, the makers believe that when Emraan starts selling these tickets, chances are rare that people will doubt his intentions. But fans beware, the conman Emraan may just sell fake or invalid tickets to you. However, this is not the first...
- 7/26/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Being a self proclaimed fan of Amitabh Bachchan, Emraan Hashmi recently decided to change the title of his film Shaatir to Raja Natwarlal, inspired by the old title of the Amitabh - Rekha starrer Mr. Natwarlal. Emraan plays the role of a conman Raja who is known for his notorious heists in disguise. According to director Kunal Deshmukh, Emraan represents the modern day Natwarlal like Amitabh Bachchan who duped people in the 1979 film. Emraan believes that the new title is catchy and etches his character perfectly. Produced by Utv Motions Pictures, Raju Natwarlal starring Humaima Malick, Paresh Rawal, Kay Kay Menon among others releases on August 29.
- 4/15/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Mumbai, April 10: Amitabh Bachchan is himself a part of "Bhoothnath Returns", but the megastar says child talent Parth Bhalerao is the film's hero. He calls the little boy a "commensurate performer", who left even seasoned professionals behind with his performance.
In an interview, Big B spoke about the movie, his experience and his future projects. Excerpts:
Q. Another film "Bhoothnath Returns" (Br) is on release. This time your co-star is a child actor. From the time you sang "Mere paas aao" in "Mr. Natwarlal", you've shared a very special rapport with your young fans.
A. 'Child is the Father of the Man',.
In an interview, Big B spoke about the movie, his experience and his future projects. Excerpts:
Q. Another film "Bhoothnath Returns" (Br) is on release. This time your co-star is a child actor. From the time you sang "Mere paas aao" in "Mr. Natwarlal", you've shared a very special rapport with your young fans.
A. 'Child is the Father of the Man',.
- 4/10/2014
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
He is a living legend who has entertained us for four decades and still continues to do so. He was rightly anointed the 'Superstar of the Millennium' for it's indeed rare to find a complete actor like him. He is none other than the one and only Amitabh Bachchan. Big B, as he is addressed by his fans world over, has shown his incredible flair for acting in countless films be it Saat Hindustani or Zanjeer, Amar Akbar Anthony or Deewar, Sholay or Mr. Natwarlal, Laawaris or Kaalia, and more recently Black or Sarkar. Now he is all set to don a completely new avatar and play a 13 year old boy in the forthcoming film Paa. If the promos of this film are anything to go by, this one promises to be yet another power packed performance from Big B. And here's a big surprise coming your way! For the first time ever,...
- 11/27/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
He is a living legend who has entertained us for four decades and still continues to do so. He was rightly anointed the 'Superstar of the Millennium' for it's indeed rare to find a complete actor like him. He is none other than the one and only Amitabh Bachchan. Big B, as he is addressed by his fans world over, has shown his incredible flair for acting in countless films be it Saat Hindustani or Zanjeer, Amar Akbar Anthony or Deewar, Sholay or Mr. Natwarlal, Laawaris or Kaalia, and more recently Black or Sarkar. Now he is all set to don a completely new avatar and play a 13 year old boy in the forthcoming film Paa. If the promos of this film are anything to go by, this one promises to be yet another power packed performance from Big B. And here's a big surprise coming your way! For the first time ever,...
- 11/27/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
After singing for 30 years in films -his first song was recorded for Mr. Natwarlal in 1979 -Amitabh Bachchan has joined vocal forces with a trained and renowned vocalist like Rashid Khan, the singer whom the formidable classical maestro Pandit Bhimsen Joshi had once chosen as his successor.
The coming together of India’s most popular actor and part-time singer with the classical maestro happened for the album Sound Of Peace, dedicated to the victims of Mumbai’s 26/11 terrorist attack.
Aadesh Shrivastava who helmed the project, composed its music and is in the process of finalizing a music.
The coming together of India’s most popular actor and part-time singer with the classical maestro happened for the album Sound Of Peace, dedicated to the victims of Mumbai’s 26/11 terrorist attack.
Aadesh Shrivastava who helmed the project, composed its music and is in the process of finalizing a music.
- 11/13/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
He is a living legend who has entertained us for four decades and still continues to do so. He was rightly anointed the 'Superstar of the Millennium' for it's indeed rare to find a complete actor like him. He is none other than the one and only Amitabh Bachchan. Big B, as he is addressed by his fans world over, has shown his incredible flair for acting in countless films be it Saat Hindustani or Zanjeer, Amar Akbar Anthony or Deewar, Sholay or Mr. Natwarlal, Laawaris or Kaalia, and more recently Black or Sarkar. Now he is all set to entertain his fans once again through his portrayal of 'Genius-the Genie' in Sujoy Ghosh's Aladin. Bollywood Hungama gives you all an opportunity of a lifetime to get up, close and personal with one of the greatest actors this country has ever seen- Mr. Amitabh Bachchan only on Celeb Chat on Tuesday,...
- 10/26/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
He is a living legend who has entertained us for four decades and still continues to do so. He was rightly anointed the 'Superstar of the Millennium' for it's indeed rare to find a complete actor like him. He is none other than the one and only Amitabh Bachchan. Big B, as he is addressed by his fans world over, has shown his incredible flair for acting in countless films be it Saat Hindustani or Zanjeer, Amar Akbar Anthony or Deewar, Sholay or Mr. Natwarlal, Laawaris or Kaalia, and more recently Black or Sarkar. Now he is all set to entertain his fans once again through his portrayal of 'Genius-the Genie' in Sujoy Ghosh's Aladin. Bollywood Hungama gives you all an opportunity of a lifetime to get up, close and personal with one of the greatest actors this country has ever seen- Mr. Amitabh Bachchan only on Celeb Chat on Tuesday,...
- 10/26/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
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