Ajay Mankotia

On his death anniversary today, we remember Jagdish Raaj — an actor who epitomised the role of police inspector in Bollywood.

Naushad passed away on May 5, 2006 - 15 years ago. But old masters never die. The music lovers and connoisseurs still adore him. Like a diamond, a genius is forever.

The eminent jurist was also an impartial ombudsman for a TV news channel. Defending freedom of the press and censorship for decades, he was the ideal man for the job.

Michael Collins, who piloted the Apollo 11 Command and Service Module, died on April 28 at the age of 90.

How should the budding romance between the protagonists be depicted on screen, when the script forbids them from directly doing so? Enter buskers and vicarious music to aid.

Sharing credits is not part of Hindi film writing convention.

January 9, 2021 marks the 86th birth anniversary of the singer who owned the bastion of patriotic and religious songs in Bollywood

On her 20th death anniversary, we remember Pakistani singer and actress Noor Jahan, a shared heritage between our two countries who shall always be loved and revered.

Usha Mangeshkar, who turns 85 on December 15, will always remain the irreplaceable voice of Goddess Santoshi Maa. Her voice works for large religious gatherings, demanding attention from all devotees.

Farida Khanum wears the title of Queen of Ghazal with panache. Every song of hers bears her unique identity and soul.