The yesteryear actor Randhawa (the late Dara Singh's brother) breathed his last on Monday.His funeral will be held today. His works can be seen in films like Aadmi Aur Insaan, Son of Hatimtai, Hercules, Faulad, Awara Abdulla, Duplicate, and Henna amongst others. Randhawa, who was married to Mallika (actress Mumtaz's sister) has a son Shaad Randhawa, who made his Bollywood debut with Mohit Suri's Who Lamhe. Speaking about his late uncle, Vindoo Dara Singh said that his father and his uncle symbolized the real-life Ram and Laxman. He added that, his uncle's words that heart attack was the most peaceful way to die, eventually came true. Not many know that besides films, Randhawa was a big name in the wrestling as well, a la his brother Dara. Bollywood Hungama offers its deepest condolences to the Randhawa family and whole heartedly prays for the departed man's soul to rest in eternal peace.
- 10/24/2013
- BollywoodHungama
“I always believe that my films should give some hope to the man who comes to watch them for those three hours. If he goes home on an optimistic note, I would feel satisfied at having done my duty.” – Yash Chopra
It was indeed a sad day when news spread that one of India’s finest filmmakers, Mr. Yash Chopra, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 80. Mr. Chopra is an undisputable legend and he has crafted some of the finest commercial films the Bollywood audiences have ever feasted their eyes upon. If Satyajit Ray is considered by Indian film enthusiasts to be the supreme director when it comes to art-house cinema, Yash Chopra can be classified as the definitive director when it comes to mainstream cinema. Yash Chopra is largely famous for making wonderful romantic films, though he has directed a handful of non-romantic films also. Yet no director...
It was indeed a sad day when news spread that one of India’s finest filmmakers, Mr. Yash Chopra, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 80. Mr. Chopra is an undisputable legend and he has crafted some of the finest commercial films the Bollywood audiences have ever feasted their eyes upon. If Satyajit Ray is considered by Indian film enthusiasts to be the supreme director when it comes to art-house cinema, Yash Chopra can be classified as the definitive director when it comes to mainstream cinema. Yash Chopra is largely famous for making wonderful romantic films, though he has directed a handful of non-romantic films also. Yet no director...
- 10/24/2012
- by Bodrul Chaudhury
- Bollyspice
Bollywood legend Feroz Khan has died at the age of 69 after losing his battle against cancer.
The popular actor, director and producer passed away in the early hours of Monday morning at his home in Bangalore, India.
Khan made his Bollywood debut in Didi in 1960, and went on to star in more than 50 films.
He is best known for his roles in hit 1980 movie Qurbani, 1975's Dharmatma, and Janbaaz in 1986. Khan's last movie was 2007's Welcome.
The star received several prestigious Indian film industry honours during his career, including the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for his role as Jai Kishan in 1969's Aadmi Aur Insaan.
He is survived by his ex-wife Sundari, and their two children Laila and Fardeen.
The popular actor, director and producer passed away in the early hours of Monday morning at his home in Bangalore, India.
Khan made his Bollywood debut in Didi in 1960, and went on to star in more than 50 films.
He is best known for his roles in hit 1980 movie Qurbani, 1975's Dharmatma, and Janbaaz in 1986. Khan's last movie was 2007's Welcome.
The star received several prestigious Indian film industry honours during his career, including the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for his role as Jai Kishan in 1969's Aadmi Aur Insaan.
He is survived by his ex-wife Sundari, and their two children Laila and Fardeen.
- 4/27/2009
- WENN
Legendary actor and director Feroz Khan died late on Sunday night in his Bangalore farmhouse. He was 70.
The actor had been diagnosed with cancer over a year ago. Feroz Khan directed and produced successful Hindi films such as Dharmaatma, Qurbani and Jaanbaaz.
The last film he starred in was the blockbuster hit Welcome in 2007. He is survived by his son Fardeen and daughter Laila.
Feroz Khan was born and brought up in Bangalore. He made his debut as second lead in Didi (1960). His first big hit was in 1965 with the release of Oonche Log.
He produced, directed and starred in the 1975 -77 film Dharmatma which was the first Indian film to be shot in Afghanistan and was also his first blockbuster hit as producer, director and actor.
His filmography:
Welcome (2007)
Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena (2005)
Chitappa (2005)
Janasheen (2003)
Yalgaar (1992)
Meet Mere Man Ka (1991)
Dayavan (1988)
Janbaaz (1986)
Kachche Heere (1982)
Khoon Aur Paani (1981)
Qurbani (1980)
Chunaoti...
The actor had been diagnosed with cancer over a year ago. Feroz Khan directed and produced successful Hindi films such as Dharmaatma, Qurbani and Jaanbaaz.
The last film he starred in was the blockbuster hit Welcome in 2007. He is survived by his son Fardeen and daughter Laila.
Feroz Khan was born and brought up in Bangalore. He made his debut as second lead in Didi (1960). His first big hit was in 1965 with the release of Oonche Log.
He produced, directed and starred in the 1975 -77 film Dharmatma which was the first Indian film to be shot in Afghanistan and was also his first blockbuster hit as producer, director and actor.
His filmography:
Welcome (2007)
Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena (2005)
Chitappa (2005)
Janasheen (2003)
Yalgaar (1992)
Meet Mere Man Ka (1991)
Dayavan (1988)
Janbaaz (1986)
Kachche Heere (1982)
Khoon Aur Paani (1981)
Qurbani (1980)
Chunaoti...
- 4/26/2009
- by mihirkula
- India.com
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