Planet Bollywood Special Correspondent, Author at Planet Bollywood

Agneepath actor Rajesh Tandon reminisces about his experience of playing the lead role in Maa Santoshi Maa

Planet Bollywood Special Correspondent

In a career spanning more than two decades, actor Rajesh Tandon has played a wide variety of roles. Mazhar Lala, the character he played in Agneepath, remains one of the…

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From Jai Santoshi Maa to Maa Santoshi Maa – Tracing the success story of devotional films over the years

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In 1975, the same year in which Sholay released, a small-budgeted film titled Jai Santoshi Maa released in theatres and took the nation by storm. The film, based on the…

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Mrinank Films takes forward Bollywood’s tradition of making family dramas

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In the 1960s, post-Independence euphoria was still prevalent. The films were gentle, romantic, with a lot of songs; the period has often been called the golden era of Hindi cinema.…

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Playing father and daughter: Bhagyashree and Alok Nath’s journey from Maine Pyaar Kiya to Maa Santoshi Maa

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The iconic film Maine Pyar Kiya, released in 1989, marked Bhagyashree’s debut in the world of Hindi films. The film also proved to be a turning point for Salman Khan…

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Apart from being a devotional and religious film, Maa Santoshi Maa is also a wonderful social drama” – Bhagyashree

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Bhagyashree made her debut in Hindi cinema in the 1989 romantic drama Maine Pyar Kiya. Though the film became mega-hit, she chose to be selective when it came to her…

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Ashissh Filmcraft renames itself as Mrinank Films – to produce content for multiple verticals itself

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What’s in a name, they say. But at times, when you embark upon a new journey a change in name goes a long way in help re-establish your brand. Perhaps,…

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As Maharashtra gets into ‘unlock’ mode, here are 5 Marathi web-series you can unlock and watch on MX Player

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After weeks of self-quarantine, the lockdown has ended but the entertainment never will. As Maharashtra slowly begins again, continue to access the world of free entertainment on India’s No 1…

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Manish Mundra sets an example with his contribution towards Covid-19 relief work

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Celebrated Hindi film producer Manish Mundra, who is credited for giving us award-winning films like Masaan, Dhanak, Newton, Kaamyaab, among others is making sure to do his bit in these…

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Sony Music pledges 100 million dollars for global social justice fund

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Sony Music Group today announced the launch of a $100 million fund to support social justice and anti-racist initiatives around the world. The Company, inclusive of all of its recorded…

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“If you are tired of listening to remixes, you will love this fresh and original composition” – Rishabh Tiwari on his new single Duniyadari

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Rishabh Tiwari is one the brightest rising stars of the music industry today. The young singer, who has earlier delivered a couple of popular songs in the past, is back…

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Manushi Chhillar joins Messi, Beckham, Rohit Sharma for a global campaign against coronavirus

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The gorgeous Manushi Chhillar has been roped in by the world’s biggest fitness brand for a superstar-studded initiative aimed at raising fund for those affected by coronavirus. Manushi is part…

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India-based music producer Melli all set to release his single Habibi

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Saahil Karmally, a 21 year old multi-genre electronic music producer from Bangalore, India, is poised to embark on a project that has the potential to be a game changer for…

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A deep rivalry, the dark power of ruling a criminal empire and an epic battle for glory – Meet Vijay Singh and Waseem Khan of Raktanchal

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You’ve seen many a quintessential hero, and then there are the stereotypical villains. However, MX Player is now bringing viewers two iconic characters, Vijay Singh and Waseem Khan from Purvanchal,…

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Zenofar Fathima to host an online international competition ‘This is How We Do’ amid the lockdown

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People all around the world are utilizing their time at home amidst the global lockdown implemented due to the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. With all the production suspended and…

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Metro Park’s ‘Quarantine’ edition to stream from 23rd May on Eros Now

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After gaining much applause and adulations for its first season in 2019, the premium OTT platform Eros Now, has proudly announced the release of a very special Quarantine edition of…

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When Arunabh Kumar willingly played a transgender for director Farah Khan

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On International Transphobia and Homophobia Day Arunabh Kumar who is known as the Founder of TVF, has a surprising anecdote for his admirers. Many would not know that he did…

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Assamese actors make a video on Papon’s lockdown song Paar Hobo Aei Xömöy

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Singer Papon who released a brand new composition ‘Paar Hobo Aei Xömöy’ on Earth Day was recently surprised when the biggest stars of Assamese industry came together and created a…

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Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari on being an environmentally conscious person

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Filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari has never failed to create an impact on the audience through her brilliant movies. From Nil Battey Sannata to Panga, every film by her has had…

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International cinematographer Richard Henkels speaks about how a personal memory of 9/11 made him work responsibly on State of Siege: 26/11

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We all know the anxiety we faced during the 26/11 attacks in Mumbai. Each of us was glued to out TV screens trying to make sense of the terrifying 60…

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Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash join hands with Sharon Isbin for the album Strings For Peace

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Legendary Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, his sons Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash have collaborated with multiple Grammy-winning classical guitarist Sharon Isbin for an album titled Strings…