Friday 23 September 2016

Happy Birthday Tanuja

Born on 23 September 1943 Tanuja, is an Indian film actressof yesteryears. She is the daughter of Shobana Samarth and was married to Shomu Mukherjee, with whom she has two daughters, actresses, Kajol and Tanisha.

Tanuja was born in a Marathi family to filmmaker Kumarsen Samarth and actress Shobhna Samarth. She has three sisters, including actress Nutan and one brother. Her grandmother, Rattan Bai, and aunt Nalini Jaywant were also actresses.

She started her film career with her older sister Nutan in Hamari Beti (1950) as Baby Tanuja. As an adult, she debuted in the film Chhabili (1960) which was directed by her mother and had her sister, Nutan, in the lead.

She is most remembered for her roles in Hindi films like Baharen Phir Bhi Aayengi, Jewel Thief, Haathi Mere Saathi, and Anubhav. Simultaneously she appeared in Marathi, Bengali and Gujarati films.

Scene from Baharen Phir Bhi Aayengi

The film that truly marked her transition into adult heroine came with Hamari Yaad Aayegi (1961), directed by Kidar Sharma, She was a natural, spontaneous performer. Tanuja won the Best Supporting Actress at Filmfare for Paisa Ya Pyar.1969.The same year her film Jeene Ki Rah with Jeetendra as Heroine was a big hit.Tanuja married filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee in 1973.Afterward, Tanuja retired from films for a number of years but came back when her marriage ended. She was now offered supporting roles often starring former heroes. HerPyar Ki Kahani hero Amitabh Bachchan had to call her "bhabhi" (sister-in-law) in Khuddar (1982). She also played a supporting role in Raj Kapoor's Prem Rog (1982).She was recently seen in Son Of Sardar 2012

Some Memorable Songs of Tanuja

Song from MemDidi

Kehde Kehde from Baharen Phir Bhi Aayengi

Song from Jeene Ki Rah

song from Anubhav

Song from Izzat

Song from Do Chor

Song from Imtihan

Song from Haathi Mera Saathi

SONG FROM DO CHOR

Song from Jewl Thief

Tuesday 20 September 2016

PRABHAT STUDIO

From the late 1920s to the mid-1950s, Indian movie studios proved the impossible: that social commitment, artistic creativity and commercial viability could coexist.Those days
every aspect of fim making was controled by the studios included the cinema halls.The Indian studios functioned in a manner similar to Hollywood: the bosses ran the show, while actors were retained on a payroll. Besides honing the talents of early stars (KL Saigal, Devika Rani, Ashok Kumar,Dev Anand,Guru Dutt) and filmmakers (Debaki Bose, V Shantaram, Bimal Roy),
One such Studio was Prabhat Studio which was one of the Three Big Names,The Bombay Talkies of Bombay,New Theatre of Calcutta and Prabhat Studio of Pune.

The noted film director V. Shantaram, along with V.G. Damle, K.R. Dhaiber, S. Fatelal and S.B. Kulkarni.formed Prabhat Film Company on 1st June 1929 at Kolhapur Maharashtra with an initial investment amount of Rs 15,000.

In fact V Shantaram who was the the right hand man of Baburao Pendharkar who was already running a film company since 1920,The Maharashtra Film Company where Damle and Fatehlal were partners.

The company popularly known as PRABHAT STUDIO moved to Pune in 1933, where it established its own studio and produced a total of 45 films in both Marathi and Hindi over 27 years, including are Kunku (Duniya Na Mane in Hindi),Swarajyacha Toran also called Udaykal, based on Shivaji’s life, Dharmatma on life of saint Eknath, Sant Tukaram, based on the saint-poet and social reformer, Shejari also called Padosi, on communal harmony, Manoos (aka Aadmi) about alcoholism and Amar Jyoti about woman’s emancipation.

Initially during the Silent Era Prabhat Films soon made a name for itself with silent films and produced six films, most of them directed by the tireless V. Shantaram.He was of the opinion that only Silent Films are creative ,the Talkie Movie was a transient phase, and the silent films were the real artistic area. But soon the company realized its mistake, and joined the talkie era with Ayodhyecha Raja (The King of Ayodhya) in Marathi(1932), also starring Durga Khote, which was the first film of Marathi Cinema, and later made under the name Ayodhya Ka Raja in Hindi. The film is based on Raja Harishchandra's story.
In 1933 the company shifted their Head Quarter to Poona being nearer to Bombay,they built a well equiped Studio which was most modern and the largest in Asia.
Their art department, which had a reputation for set construction and the use of plaster and draperies, was regarded as the finest in the country. Films like Ayodhyache Raja/Ayodhya ka Raja(Marathi/Hindi 1932) on the truth-loving King Harishchandra,

Amrit Manthan (1934) once again a bilingual,made in Marathi and Hindi.The Hindi version ,the first Hindi film to celebrate 'Silver Jubilee'. The story was based on abolishing the practice of human as well as animal sacrifice to any Goddess. Huge sets and costumes were notable in this film.Chandramohan got a break in the Hindi version of this film and became a famous actor.

In 1935 Dharmatma was released both in Marathi & Hindi. Master Krishnarao, music director from Gandharva's drama company made his entry in the film industry as music director.Melodious tunes and enchanting voice of Balgandharva are the highlights of the film.

Amar Jyoti 1936,was made in Hindi, the proto-feminist tale of a woman turning into a pirate and declaring war on the state when she is denied legal custody of her son, made Prabhat one of the finest producers in the country.The first Prabhat film to have play-back system.T he song 'Suno Suno Banke Prani' became hit and thousands of its records were sold.

The biopic, title Sant Tukaram, in 1936, made by V. Damle and S. Fattelal of Prabhat Film Company and starring Vishnupant Pagnis as the lead, and released on 12 December 1936 at Central Cinema in Mumbai. The film was not only a big hit but also had won an award at the 5th Venice International Film Festival in 1937

In 1937 Kunku (Marathi) / Duniya Na Mane (Hindi) released following the huge success of Sant Tukaram.

1938 another film Gopalkrishna (Marathi & Hind) was released It was not directed by V Shantaram, V.Damle & S.Fatelal were the joint director of this movie.Technically Gopalkrishna is distinguished by the use of stylish sets, costumes and classically-oriented but lively music.

Manoos (Marathi) / Aadmi (Hindi) 1939 Yet another brilliant "problem" film. This brings together a simple-minded policeman and an innocent prostitute. The former tries to restore to the later , a life of decency by marrying her but the woman is still haunted by moral legacy of her past. The film was famous for a multi-lingual song "Kashala Udyachi Baat"

Sant Gyaneshwar (Marathi & Hindi) 1940 once again directed by V.Damle & S.Fatelal . It was the first Indian film screened in USA. "American Cinematograph" carried a review in its October,1941 issue and praised trick photography of the film.

Shejari (Marathi) / Padosi (Hindi) 1941,The film narrates the unfortunate scism that separates a Hindu from Muslim neighbour and a lifelong friend.Much of the film's background related to dam and the photographic exploitation of the subject ending in the tragic dam-burst is marked by unique technical skill.The romantic interludes in the film are made all the more colourful by a climatic torch dance.

In 1942 V Shantaram left Prabhat Films to form his own "Rajkamal Kalamandir" studios, Damle Mama fell ill, the company encountered hard times. Its last major film was Ram Shastri in 1944. Noted director, Guru Dutt started his career as a choreographer, under a three-year contract with the Prabhat Film Company in Pune in 1944.
The company was closed in the early 50's and property auctioned away in 1952.Film & Te The company formally closed on 13 October 1953.
Today, the Film and Television Institute of India occupies the land that once belonged to the studio in Pune. It’s fitting that a filmmaking school has come up on the spot where one of the best nurseries of talent once stood.
!933 to 1942 was the golden Phase for Prabhat Films during that period they created lots of Hit Films.
RARE SONGS and CLIPPINGS of Prabhat Films

Aadmi 1938 : Kis Liye Kal Ki Baat : Singer & Actress , Shanta Hublikar : Md Master Krishna Rao

Kashala Udyachi Baat - Master Krishnarao - MANOOS - Shahu Modak, Shanta Hublikar

Song from Aadmi 1938

Song from Amar jyoti 1936

Sant Tukaram (1936) Music clip

Ek Tatva Naam - Sant Dnyaneshwar

Ek Tha Raja | Duniya Na Mane 1937 | Shanta Apte .

Monday 19 September 2016

THEME SONGS- Train Songs-PART 2

Railways remains the important part of an average indian.We all have been fascinated with trains and its journies.Bollywood has given us some iconic scenes shots or songs inside a train or on a railway platform.I am presenting here some selected songs of Golden Era as well as Modern Era.
Here I am including the songs from 1969 onwards
The first song comes in my mind is from Aradhna where Rajesh Khanna is singing this popular song .Rajesh Khanna ,on a jeep ,serenaded Sharmila Tagore in a train, a superstar was born. But due to a non –availability of her dates Sharmila’s portions were shot in a studio.So that ‘train’ is actually a cardboard compartment.

mere sapno ki rani

Phoolon ki rang se from Prem Pujari

This song was sung by Kishore kumar and acted by Dev Anand

Hum Dono Do Premi from Ajanabee

Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar sang the song without instrumental support.

Bombay Se Baroda Tak from Rafoochakkar

Only Audio is available

Gadi Bula Rahi Hai from Dost

The signature from Dulal Guha’s Dost nailed it . This is the one train song that most significantly defines the romance of locomotive.

Gadi Bula Rahi Hai

Pal Do Pal Ka Saath Hamara from The Burnning Train

Pal Do Pal Ka Saath

Chaiyyan chaiyyan in Mani Ratnam’s Dil Se

Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora jiving on top of a roofless train. A R Rahman’s composition incorporated the rhythms of a moving train with neat dexterous beats that made the heart pound. Khan and Arora did quite a balancing act on that speeding train.

Haathon ki chand lakeero ka( Vidhaata)

This is not a romantic song this time, the locomotive drivers, who have seen it all in their lives, sing a more philosophical song aboard the steam locomotiv

Haathon ki chand lakeero ka

Kasto Mazaa from Parineeta

Chup Chup Chup Kyon Baithi Ho from Hamraahi 1974

Dhadak Dhadak from Bunty Aur Babli

Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire

Hoga Tumse Pyaara Kaun: Zamane Ko Dikhana Hai

Sunday 18 September 2016

Relax & Enjoy your SUNDAY with These BOLLYWOOD SONGS

Sunday,A day to refuel your soul and be greatful for your blessings.Take a deep breath and relax.Enjoy your family,your friends,a cup of coffee with these 7 Bollywood Songs

Part 2

18-9-2016

Lara Lappa Lara Lappa Layee Rakh Da-This song is from the film Ek Thi Ladki (1949).This song gave instant fame to Meena Shorey and Ek Thi Ladki, the film she's most known for. The movie revolves around Meena Shorey, who shares the stage with other legendary actors such as Motilal and I.S Johar.

Bholi Soorat Dil Ke Khote-This song is from the film Albela (1951) The most highlighting Thing of this song are the tender dance steps of Bhagwan Dada.I think Amitabh Bachchan was inspired by his dance steps, who took off from there and started his trademark dance moves.

Bholi Soorat Dil Ke Khote

Eena Meena Deeka from Aasha (1957) This song was inspired by a group of small children who were playing outside music composer C. Ramachandra's studio. Who liked the words and noted Later he asked Rajendra Krishan the lyricist to use these words in this song.This song, sung by Asha Bhonsle and Kishore Kumar, is touted as the first rock and roll number of the Hindi cinema.

Eena Meena Deeka

Naacho ghoom-ghoomke (Sarhad, 1960): Dev Anand was never a good dancer. In this song one can see him dancing on his style Here he is teamed with a very formidable dancer, Ragini. But so what? He makes the best of what he’s got, jumping about (both feet at once, knees bent, too!), going prancing through the crowd of dancers, linking arms with Ragini, and playing what looks like a balalaika.

Naacho ghoom-ghoomke from Sarhad 1960

Bade Miyan Deewane Aise Na Bano - from the film Shaagird (1967)

This song is for you single guys ready to mingle I.S. Johar, who is a college professor and a bachelor, and Joy Mukherjee, his student, who tries to find him a suitable match.The lyrics of this song perfectly match up with that, this song perfectly captures the essence of Shaagird.

Bade Miyan Deewane Aise Na Bano

My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves-from Amar Akbar Anthony (1977)Amitabh Bachcham at his very best. The opening lines of the song are in English, where AB speaks almost nonstop, while the song is actually sung by the great Kishore Kumar.

My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves

Bhangda Pa from Flying Jutt 2016 Tiger Shrof and Jacquline dancing on this song

Saturday 17 September 2016

Remembering HASRAT JAIPURI on his 17th Death Anniversary

Iqbal Husain.popularly known as Hasrat Jaipuri was born on April 15, 1922 at Jaipur where he spent his childhood and studied.He acquired his taalim in Urdu and Persian from his paternal grandfather, Fida Husain. He began writing verse, when he was around twenty years old. Around same time, he fell in love with a Hindu girl named Radha.whom he married later.

He came to Bombay to earn Bread & Butter for his family,he started working as a bus conductor, earning a monthly salary of eleven rupees.His love for writing Urdu poetry remained intact,he used to participate in Mushairas,

iIn one of such Mushairas the late Prithviraj Kapoor heard his verse and recommended him to his son Raj Kapoor who was planning a musical love story with two new composers, Shanker - Jaikishan. Raj Kapoor heard his poems he invited him to write songs for his film Barsaat, his first recorded song, Jiya Beqaraar Hai for the film. His second song (and first duet) was Chhor Gaye Baalam for the same film.

Jiya Beqaraar Hai

In the same film Shailendra was also introduced Both then became the favourite Lyricist of Raj Kapoor.

Shanker (at harmonium), Jaikishen (expressing his joy with raised hands) Hasrat Jaipuri as a viewer and Shailendra accompanying Shankere in singing....JAANE KAHAAN GAYE WOH DIN

Hasrat Jaipuri wrote lyrics for all Raj Kapoor films till 1971. After the death of Jaikishan and failures of Mera Naam Joker and Kal Aaj Aur Kal, however, Raj Kapoor turned to other lyricists and music directors.
He wrote songs in more than 300 films,the last song he wrote was for Saazish with Jatin-Lalit and at the time of his death he was working on a few small films and a book of shaayari.To his credit there are more than 2000 recorded songs.
He won many awards and momentos for his Songs and Urdu Poetry.He was also awarded a Doctorate from the World University Round Table and Josh Malihabadi Award, from Urdu Conference.He wrote several books of poetry, in Hindi and Urdu. He once said, "Hindi and Urdu are like two great and inseparable sisters. He died on 17th September 1999.
Remembering today on his 17th Death Anniversary I am presenting here some of his Milestone Songs.He still remains the King Of Romance