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Filmmaker Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, widely regarded as the father of Indian cinema, was born at Trimbakeshwar near Nashik.
Dadasaheb Phalke: How a Bombay Cinema Screening Inspired Indian Film
He saw a silent film about Jesus Christ and wondered, "Can we not see our own Krishna and Rama on screen?" With no money, no crew, and no…
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Rishi Kapoor died.
Rishi Kapoor: The Award He Said He Paid ₹30,000 For
The Rishi Kapoor legacy is a vibrant tapestry of romance, resilience, and evolution. From his debut as a child artist to becoming the "Chocolate Boy" of India and…
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