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Nasreen Munni Kabir
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RD Burman archival interview: ‘Only if you have a rapport with the director do tunes come to you’
In a conversation with Nasreen Munni Kabir from 1983, the renowned composer revisits his formative years.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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Javed Akhtar on how cinema has changed: ‘Improved on the form though lost out on the context’
Nasreen Munni Kabir’s conversation book ‘Talking Life’ follows ‘Talking Films’ and ‘Talking Songs’.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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How Lata Mangeshkar learnt to read and write (despite having gone to school for only a day)
In these edited excerpts from a conversation book, the acclaimed singer remembers her formative years.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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From the archive: Dilip Kumar on how the studio system made way for independent directors
The 1950s saw ‘the great upsurge of independent talent that could not be contained by the studios’, the legend observed.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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Being rather than doing: Why Dilip Kumar is one of the greatest actors in Indian cinema
He was a director’s actor as well as an actor’s actor.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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How Saroj Khan approached choreography: ‘The words tell us what the story is’
Excerpts from an archival interview from 1999 reveal the renowned choreographer’s methods.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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‘May I touch you?’: When kathak legend Sitara Devi met Hollywood royalty Marlene Dietrich
Antonia Minnecola remembers her guruji, her loves, hates and fascination with Hollywood.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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Madan Mohan tribute: ‘Each word of the lyric gained significance through the way he tuned the song’
Sanjeev Kohli provides a rare look at his father’s early years, his struggles in the Hindi film industry, and his professional relationships.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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‘He was ahead of his time’: Fazal Qureshi on the genius of his father, tabla maestro Ustad Allarakha
In the centenary year of Allarakha’s birth, his son talks about their music school and carrying forward an immense legacy.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
The Reel
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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‘I suggested we keep the chorus in Malayalam’: Gulzar on the making of ‘Jiya Jale’ from ‘Dil Se’
The renowned lyricist tells Nasreen Munni Kabir about the story behind the song and many others in a new book.
Nasreen Munni Kabir & Gulzar
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Kalpana Lajmi revisited: ‘It’s up to a few of us to try and inject something new and appealing’
An archival interview from the 1980s reveals the filmmaker’s views on breaking the glass ceiling. Kalpana Lajmi died on September 23 at the age of 64.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
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Film flashback: How the staircase played a starring role in Indian cinema
Legendary archivist PK Nair explains how an element of set design has been used to depict affluence and the ups and downs of characters.
Nasreen Munni Kabir
The Field
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa