I Want to Live
I Want to Live

Author: Katijia Akbar

Publisher: Hay House, Inc

Published: 2011-04-01

Total Pages: 133

ISBN-13: 9381398216

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Madhubala – the very name conjures up vivid images of a love goddess possessing bewitching beauty, dazzling radiance, subtle sensuality, and, above all, a tantalizing screen presence. Her ‘reel life’ histrionic performances held (and continue to hold) audiences/viewers entranced. Her talent was phenomenal, and she could literally glide through a movie, whatever be the role. She could convey an impressive array of emotions with her eloquent eyes and facial expressions without resorting to melodramatic contortions. Tragedy, romance, comedy, drama, and what have you – she could take everything in her stride, exquisitely and flawlessly, as convincingly proved by superhits such as Mahal, Tarana, Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi and the magnum opus, Mughal-e-Azam. All this she achieved despite a major heart disease, which assumed serious proportions as her career soared. This volume presents a fascinating panorama not only of the ‘reel life’ Madhubala but also of the ‘real life’ Madhubala, who was an extremely compassionate and caring human being, but lived in the shadow of her dominant father. The author recounts her captivating saga, right from her first film – Basant (1942), as a child star, up to the magnificent Mughal-e-Azam (1960) and beyond. Enthralling cameos from her masterpieces such as Mahal, Mr & Mrs 55 and Amar, are depicted in graphic detail. Also, all the drama involved in her love affair with Dilip Kumar, which culminated in intense acrimony, has been poignantly portrayed. The last few years of her life were spent in virtual solitude in spite of her being married to Kishore Kumar, and death, in a way, came as a release for her.

'I Want to Live'
'I Want to Live'

Author: Khatija Akbar

Publisher:

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9789380480817

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Madhubala, 1933-1969, Hindi motion picture actress.

Bollywood's Top 20
Bollywood's Top 20

Author: Bhaichand Patel

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2016-01-15

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 8184755988

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A spectacular collection that celebrates Bollywood’s most enduring superstars Hindi cinema has wielded a hypnotic charm over viewers for close to a century, with its melodious music, colourful drama and lively plotlines. But at the heart of its mystique is the galaxy of stars who continue to mesmerize audiences. Bollywood’s Top 20 is a definitive collection of original essays, paying tribute to the biggest stars of all time—from Ashok Kumar, Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand, Raj Kapoor, Nargis and Madhubala to Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Kareena Kapoor. Each piece offers unique insights into the struggles and triumphs, downfalls and scandals, and the inscrutable X factor of these talented actors that turned them into demigods and divas.

Grandma
Grandma

Author: K.D. Rishi

Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers

Published: 2022-10-13

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13:

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Evergreen World Famous Personalities Part-4
Evergreen World Famous Personalities Part-4

Author: Hseham Amrahs

Publisher: Mahesh Dutt Sharma

Published: 2024-01-01

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13:

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Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of history with "Evergreen World Famous Personalities." This richly illustrated volume unveils the lives and legacies of iconic figures whose influence transcends time. From trailblazing leaders and cultural luminaries to groundbreaking innovators, each page is a portal into the extraordinary lives that have left an indelible mark on the world stage. Delve into the narratives of individuals whose stories are woven into the fabric of global history. Witness the triumphs, challenges, and transformative moments that define these evergreen personalities. The book transcends boundaries, encompassing figures from diverse fields and eras, presenting a kaleidoscopic tapestry of human achievement. Whether you seek inspiration from the wisdom of visionaries, marvel at the creativity of artists, or ponder the resilience of leaders, "Evergreen World Famous Personalities" serves as a timeless testament to the enduring impact of remarkable individuals. Illuminating, insightful, and beautifully curated, this book invites readers to explore the vibrant mosaic of lives that have shaped the course of humanity. It is a celebration of the human spirit and the everlasting resonance of those who have left an indomitable imprint on our collective consciousness.

Bollywood FAQ
Bollywood FAQ

Author: Piyush Roy

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2019-09-20

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 1493050834

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Bollywood, a popular nomenclature for India's “national” film industry in the Hindi language, along with the Taj Mahal, yoga, Buddha, and Mahatma Gandhi, is one of the best-known introductions and universally recognized associations with India across the world today. Despite its predominant narrative styles not confirming to the First World European and/or American cinema structure, Indian cinema is increasingly viewed as the world's second-most important film industry, after Hollywood, with box-office influence crossing over with European cinema. Bollywood FAQ provides a thrilling, entertaining, and intellectually stimulating joy ride into the vibrant, colorful, and multi-emotional universe of the world's most prolific (over 30 000 film titles) and most-watched film industry (at 3 billion-plus ticket sales). Bollywood blockbusters are simultaneously screened in theaters and cinemas in over 100 nations from the USA to Japan, New Zealand to the Netherlands, and Peru to Pakistan. Every major Hollywood studio (Warner Bros., Fox Star, Disney, Sony Pictures, and Viacom 18) is now making or distributing Bollywood films. Yet much of Indian cinema continues to amuse and confuse audiences and critics outside of India, including during their first/occasional introductions to its, in the words of Salman Rushdie, “epico-mythico-tragico-comico-super-sexy-high-masala-art form in which the unifying principle is a techni-color-storyline.” Bollywood FAQ explains and explores the above myths and magic. It introduces India's maharajah-like stars and their cult-commanding stardom. Movie buffs will find a ready reckoner on iconic Bollywood films, with a bonus must-watch listing of the cinema's most spectacular song-and-dance moments, highlighting the pleasures and popularity of a national cinema that has come to be a genre in itself. This book is a reader-friendly reference to everything one has ever wanted to know about the spectacular, robust, humongous, colorful, and dramatic multi-generic cinematic being called Bollywood. The narrative is enriched with insider insights culled from its author's long career as a film writer and critic in the city of Bollywood, Bombay (now Mumbai).