Ustad Zakir Hussain, the world-renowned tabla maestro, passed away today, Monday, December 16. His death left the entire world in a state of shock. As the world heard the heartbreaking news of Hussain's demise, celebs started extending condolences. Amid this, a clip of Ustad Hussain playing tabla is going viral. It is not just another clip; this video is from Dev Patel’s directorial debut, Monkey Man, showcasing Hussain’s genius. Tabla x Boxing jugalbandi The genius of Ustad Zakir Hussain in this iconic scene from Monkey Man.Farewell #ZakirHussain 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/4lwI7MJcLm — Johns (@JohnyBravo183) December 15, 2024 Zakir Hussain’s video from Monkey Man goes viral The clip shows Dev Patel's character practising boxing on a punching bag as the legendary artist mesmerizes with his tabla rhythm, matching the punches. The clip then has the maestro raising the tempo as he challenges Patel's character's potential. As this clip goes viral, fans started hailing the late artist for his excellence. One wrote, "Only Ustad Zakir Hussain could've turned an action movie scene into a concert!" "The genius of Ustad Zakir Hussain in this iconic scene from Monkey Man. Farewell #ZakirHussain," another wrote. A third fan said, "Need full video, why isn’t this released in India?" About Zakir Hussain’s demise Legendary tabla maestro and composer Zakir Hussain passed away at the age of 73. Hussain was hospitalised in the U.S. and was undergoing treatment for a serious health ailment. He was admitted to the ICU after experiencing a heart-related problem. This morning, the family of the legendary artist confirmed the news of his demise. But last night, rumours of Zakir Hussain’s death set the internet ablaze, with high-profile celebrities including Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor, Riteish Deshmukh, and others mourning his death before he actually passed away. Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh took to his Instagram, shared a post of the legendary artist playing the tabla, and added a folded-hands emoji in the caption. Sonu Nigam, who was heartbroken by the news, posted a black-and-white picture with the words, “Zakir bhai… What is this?” written on it. The news of his demise came shortly after the announcement of his Indian tour. The Grammy Award-winning Zakir Hussain, along with Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, and Rakesh Chaurasia, was set to embark on their As We Speak India tour in January 2025.
16 December,2024 11:18 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away on Monday morning, leaving an irreplaceable void in the hearts of music lovers. It was in the 1980s when the legendary artist became the face of Taj Mahal Tea through a series of memorable TV commercials. These ads portrayed him in ethnic wear, playing tabla and moving his hair; all the ads used to end with the famous tagline, “Wah Taj!” Though these commercials solidified his place as a household name, this came at the cost of a very weird commitment. Zakir Hussain was not allowed to cut his long hair Did you know Zakir Hussain was not allowed to cut his long hair because of a clause in his contract with the tea brand? Yes, you read that right. Zakir Hussain was not allowed to cut his long hair as part of his deal with the Taj brand. It was Hussain, who humorously revealed this information, and had shared, "I couldn’t showcase my musical skills in 30 seconds, but I could make my hair move! I’m still their goodwill ambassador, and I’m not allowed to cut my hair, even though it’s falling out." Story of Zakir’s long hair Another story connected to his hair was that he didn’t grow it because he liked it, but because he didn’t have money to cut it. “When I first went to the U.S., I had short hair, but I noticed hippies with long hair. I couldn’t afford haircuts, earning just $25 a week during my first year in college, so I let it grow. I was also inspired by other artists in the rock ‘n’ roll group Shanti, where I performed,” he had once shared. About Zakir Hussain’s demise Legendary tabla maestro and composer Zakir Hussain passed away at the age of 73. Hussain was hospitalized in the U.S. and was undergoing treatment for a serious health ailment. He was admitted to the ICU after experiencing a heart-related problem. This morning, the family of the legendary artist confirmed the news of his demise. But last night, rumors of Zakir Hussain’s death set the internet ablaze, with high-profile celebrities including Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor, Riteish Deshmukh, and others mourning his death before he actually passed away. The news of his demise came shortly after the announcement of his Indian tour. The Grammy Award-winning Zakir Hussain, along with Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, and Rakesh Chaurasia, was set to embark on their As We Speak India tour in January 2025.
16 December,2024 09:33 AM IST | MumbaiTabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away early Monday morning in San Fransico, US, confirmed family representative. The 73-year-old multiple Grammy Award winner died due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis at 5.12 am. "I can confirm that Zakir passed away surrounded by family and loved ones at UCSF Parnassus," Hussain's family representative Jon Bleicher told mid day. He is survived by his wife, Antonia Minnecola; his daughters, Anisa Qureshi (her husband, Taylor Phillips, and their daughter, Zara) and Isabella Qureshi; his brothers, Taufiq Qureshi and Fazal Qureshi; and his sister, Khurshid Aulia. The family's official statement read, "He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy cherished by countless music lovers around the globe, with an influence that will resonate for generations to come. His prolific work as a teacher, mentor and educator has left an indelible mark on countless musicians. He hoped to inspire the next generation to go further. The family requests privacy at this time." Hussain was admitted to the hospital last week. His health remained critical through Sunday night. While several news outlets and government handles claimed at night itself that the maestro had passed away, his sister Khurshid had spoken to mid-day that he was alive till he was breathing. Widely considered a chief architect of the contemporary world music movement, Zakir Hussain’s contributions were uniquely transformative. His unique mastery of rhythm allowed him to cross borders freely and create authentic connection between different genres of music. He participated in many historic collaborations, including Shakti (which he founded with John McLaughlin and L. Shankar), Remember Shakti, Making Music, The Diga Rhythm Band, Planet Drum and Global Drum Project with Mickey Hart, Tabla Beat Science, and Sangam with Charles Lloyd and Eric Harland. His performances and recordings include collaborations with artists as diverse as George Harrison, Yo-Yo Ma, Joe Henderson, Van Morrison, Airto Moreira, Pharoah Sanders, Billy Cobham, Alonzo King, Mark Morris, Rennie Harris and the Kodo drummers. His extraordinary contributions to the music world were honored in April 2009 with four widely heralded, sold-out concerts at Carnegie Hall’s Artist Perspective series. Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary global impact was recognized with the highest honors that can be given in the world of music. His contributions “to the cultural and spiritual betterment of mankind”, were acknowledged in 2022 with his awarding of the Kyoto Prize. In India, he received the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri. He was also a recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, India’s most prestigious honor for performing artists, and later the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship, a lifetime honor awarded to only 40 artists at a time.
16 December,2024 09:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaLegendary tabla maestro and composer Zakir Hussain passed away at the age of 73. Hussain was hospitalized in the U.S. and was undergoing treatment for a serious health ailment. He was admitted to the ICU after experiencing a heart-related problem. This morning, the family of the legendary artist confirmed the news of his demise. But last night, rumours of Zakir Hussain's death set the internet ablaze, with high-profile celebrities including Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor, Riteish Deshmukh, and others mourning his death before he actually passed away. Condolences pour in for Zakir Hussain Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh took to his Instagram, shared a post of the legendary artist playing the tabla, and added a folded-hands emoji in the caption. Sonu Nigam, who was heartbroken by the news, posted a black-and-white picture with the words, “Zakir bhai… What is this?” written on it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonu Nigam (@sonunigamofficial) Kareena Kapoor also took to her Instagram and shared a picture of herself with her father Randhir Kapoor and the tabla maestro and wrote, “Maestro, Forever”. Bhumi Pednekar also posted an old photo of Zakir on Instagram. She captioned the post, "Maestro (white heart emoji). His rhythm will echo in our hearts forever (broken heart and folded hands emojis) #zakirhussain." Ricky Kej also remembered Zakir through a heartfelt post and wrote, "One of the greatest musicians and personalities India has ever produced. Along with being the best himself, Zakirji was known for...being responsible for the careers of numerous musicians, who are now forces to reckon with themselves. He was a treasure trove of skill and knowledge and always shared and encouraged the entire music community through collaborations and his actions. His legacy will live on forever, and his influence will be felt for generations. He left us too soon" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhumi Pednekar (@bhumipednekar) While calling Zakir's demise an 'irreparable loss', Riteish Deshmukh wrote, "The irreparable loss of Zakir Hussain Sahab is a devastating blow to India and the global music community. Sir, Your music was a gift, a treasure that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come. Your legacy will live on. May your soul rest in eternal glory, surrounded by the rhythms and melodies. Condolences to the family and loved ones of the legendary Zakir Hussain Sahab." The irreparable loss of Zakir Hussain Sahab is a devastating blow to India and the global music community.Sir, Your music was a gift, a treasure that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come.Your legacy will live on. May your soul rest in eternal glory,… pic.twitter.com/UtH8OUKKtX — Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) December 15, 2024 Renuka Shahane, Shweta Tiwari, Anupam Kher and many others extended their condolences as Zakir Khan died. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) Zakir Hussain was set to embark on India tour The news of his demise came shortly after the announcement of his Indian tour. The Grammy Award-winning Zakir Hussain, along with Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, and Rakesh Chaurasia, was set to embark on their As We Speak India tour in January 2025.
16 December,2024 08:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTHOSE magical fingers inspired thousands of young Indians to take up the tabla, and his brilliance and stage persona made him a favourite among serious listeners. For years, Ustad Zakir Hussain remained not only one of the most popular artistes of his generation, but also an ambassador of Indian music on the global arena. Hussain, who passed away at 73 in San Francisco due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, leaves behind a rich and magnificent legacy, and an ocean of memories. Whether one knew him personally, saw him in concert or just listened to his recordings, there was something special about the maestro. It wasn’t only in the music, but also the way he conducted himself, greeting everyone warmly irrespective of their age or status. His bouncing hair, sartorial sense and quick wit added to the aura, and his appearance in the Taj Mahal tea ad campaign made him a household name. The son of tabla legend Ustad Allarakha, Hussain represented the Punjab gharana of tabla-playing. He was born in Mumbai on March 9, 1951, and would accompany his father to concerts from a very young age. A child prodigy, he started touring when he was 12. While he initially focused on classical music, he was exposed to international sounds on his visits to the US in the late 1960s. His meeting with British guitarist John McLaughlin, violinist L. Shankar and ghatam exponent Vikku Vinayakram led to the formation of the Indo-fusion group Shakti, and he also recorded with George Harrison in the 1973 album Living In The Material World.Known to maintain a balance between traditional music and experimentation, Hussain has accompanied the who’s who of Indian classical music over the past five decades. The list includes sitar legends Pandit Ravi Shankar and Ustad Vilayat Khan, sarod masters Ustad Ali Akbar Khan and Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, santoor monarch Pandit Shivkumar Sharma, flautist Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and vocalists Pandit Jasraj and Kishori Amonkar. He also played with Kathak doyen Pandit Birju Maharaj and thumri queen Shobha Gurtu. Hussain’s friendship with McLaughlin has lasted over 55 years. “Meeting John Ji was a pivotal moment. It was indeed the time everything changed going forward for me,” he told this writer in an interview. The two have been together over changing Shakti line-ups, besides collaborating on other albums like Making Music, also featuring Chaurasia and saxophonist Jan Garbarek. Earlier this year, the Shakti album This Moment picked up the Grammy award for Best Global Music Album, and Hussain himself won Grammys for the album As We Speak, featuring banjo player Bela Fleck, bassist Edgar Meyer and flautist Rakesh Chaurasia. Other international musicians to have partnered with Hussain include drummer Mickey Hart, saxophonists Charles Lloyd, Chris Potter and George Brooks, and bassist Dave Holland. He has also composed two concertos for the Symphony Orchestra of India – a tabla concerto and a triple concerti for tabla, sitar and flute. Another pet project was Tabla Beat Science with producer Bill Laswell, where he blended electronic flavours with tabla rhythms. He’s acted in James Ivory’s film Heat And Dust (1983) and Sai Paranjpye’s Saaz (1987), besides composing music for Aparna Sen’s Mr And Mrs Iyer in 2002. Though Hussain grew up in an era which had other great tabla players like Anindo Chatterjee, Swapan Chaudhuri, Kumar Bose and the late Shafaat Ahmed Khan, he created new audiences through his innovations and collaborations. Each year, he has given many memorable concerts in Mumbai. His appearances at the Homage to Abbaji show on February 3, the Jennifer Kapoor Birthday Concert on February 28 and the Gurupoornima event have been cherished by fans. As Hussain’s music will live on forever, his warmth and charm will be missed by all those whose lives he touched. Hussain is survived by his wife Antonia Minnecola, and daughters Anisa and Isabella Qureshi. His brothers Fazal Qureshi, who trains tabla students at the Allarakha Institute of Music in Mumbai, and Taufiq, who has mastered the djembe, carry the family tradition forward.
16 December,2024 08:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Narendra KusnurFor Sonu Sood’s Fateh, Grammy-nominated vocalist Loire Cotler, known for her work on Dune, has composed an original track titled Call to life. It was Sood who had approached the musician, a member of Hans Zimmer‘s band, to craft the track for his directorial debut. “When Sonu contacted me, I felt a sense of connection and synergy with his artistry and the storyline. In this world of technology, cybercrime is a relevant topic. He explained the scene, emotion, and rhythm, and through those conversations, I was directed into the character-sound that he was looking for,” says Cotler. Loire Cotler composed Call to life for Sonu Sood’s Cotler is no stranger to Indian music. “Even though I don’t speak the language, I feel connected with the culture and musicians of India. I have a background in singing vocal percussion [belonging to] India. I’ve been studying the drum language from India for over 20 years, and some people in the world know me more for my work in the drum language from India. My devotion to the music from India goes back several years, and knowing the language was not needed for this collaboration because it was all about the emotions. Sonu wanted me to utilise my voice and composition to [evoke] emotions. Sure, words are beautiful and powerful. But, [here] there’s space for music that’s beyond words. When we bring the intimacy of the human voice into a space [that’s not restricted] by words, we feel a deep sense of connection.” Ask her if she has any upcoming project in India, and she says, “I might wake up tomorrow and there might be something that comes my way, but I don’t have goals. I allow the universe to provide them. And then, I’m grateful for every moment.”
16 December,2024 07:45 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia LullaDirector Ananth Mahadevan’s next, Past Tense, sees father-son Paresh Rawal and Aditya Rawal share screen space for the first time. What makes their on-screen dynamics interesting is that they play two strangers confronting each other in the human drama. The director says that he had gone to narrate the script to Paresh at home, when he met Aditya. “As I started conversing with Aditya, I realised he was the perfect fit for Past Tense. Rarely do you find an actor so sensitive to his socio-economic environment, and having cinematic sensibilities,” says Mahadevan of the actor, who was last seen in Bambai Meri Jaan (2023). Inspired by a real-life episode, Past Tense revolves around a young man, who lives with his adoptive parents and is consumed by the desire to know why his biological parents abandoned him. “The newspapers had reported about this boy, who had discovered that he was abandoned by his biological parents [and set out to find them]. The media reports didn’t go that deep, but I took it beyond the abandonment and discovery. It’s a mistake he makes because sometimes the truth can hit you so badly that you wish you had never sought it,” shares the director. While Aditya plays the protagonist, Paresh essays one of the five pivotal characters he meets on his journey. Mahadevan says the two actors had to undergo workshops to slip into their roles. “Their chemistry was intriguing to watch. They had to shed the father-son mindset. Since it was the first time they were acting together, it must have taken them a lot of energy to assume their volatile parts.” The film also stars Adil Hussain and Sharib Hashmi.
16 December,2024 07:42 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRIn October, the makers of Mirzapur did something that hadn’t been done before in Indian entertainment—they decided to turn their popular web series into a movie. The gamble appears to have paid off. Fans are eagerly awaiting Mirzapur—The Film, ready to see Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu and Abhishek Banerjee’s characters create mayhem on the big screen. Why now, after three successful seasons? That’s where we start our chat with Fazal, who will reprise his role of Guddu bhaiyya in the Gurmmeet Singh-directed film. “The idea is to take it to the people whose story it is. There are many who aren’t fully tuned into OTT,” he reasons. Creator Puneet Krishnan’s crime drama, which premièred in 2017, depicts the power tussle between gangs in Uttar Pradesh, with Tripathi’s Kaleen bhaiyya’s domination challenged by Fazal’s Guddu bhaiyya. Fazal believes it resonated with the audience because it was one of the few series telling stories of the soil. “We talk so much about stories of the grassroots, but we don’t make them well. This is that one story. It connects with people because it could be a story from your neighbourhood, of people who have been pushed to the wall. This was the first time OTT dived into the depths of our country. Films did that a lot in the ’90s, but Mirzapur connected viewers with the people from the nooks and alleys of the country. It filled up a void [that had opened up] in the decade before that,” he states. Fazal points out that his ‘angry young man’ role has been inspired by the heroes of the ’80s. “The angry young man always starts with being unaware of the workings of society, but [feels] the trickle effect of power as it is always felt first by the lowest of the lows. Mirzapur is an extreme version of that, with two brothers in college deciding to break that trap of status. Guddu bhaiyya’s swagger is a front that stems from the desperation of our youth, who want to be seen. Mirzapur talks to young men and women, who want to be validated by their parents and society.” He still considers it a stroke of luck to be selected for the role, considering he had done light-hearted roles in Fukrey and Happy Bhag Jayegi (2016) until then. “I don’t know how I was the choice for this character, who is nothing like me,” he grins.
16 December,2024 07:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuTabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday. Hussain died due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, the family said in a statement. He was 73. He had been hospitalised for the last two weeks and was later taken to the ICU after his condition deteriorated. Hussain, who is regarded as the greatest tabla player of his generation, is survived by his wife, Antonia Minnecola and his daughters, Anisa Qureshi and Isabella Qureshi. Born on March 9, 1951, he is the son of legendary tabla master Ustad Alla Rakha. "He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy cherished by countless music lovers around the globe, with an influence that will resonate for generations to come," the statement read. In his career spanning six decades, the musician worked with several renowned international and Indian artistes, but it was his 1973 musical project with English guitarist John McLaughlin, violinist L Shankar, and percussionist TH 'Vikku' Vinayakram that brought together Indian classical and elements of jazz in a fusion hitherto unknown. Starting early at the age of seven, he went on to collaborate with virtually all of India's iconic performers, including Ravi Shankar, Ali Akbar Khan and Shivkumar Sharma in his career. His groundbreaking work with Western musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma, Charles Lloyd, Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer, Mickey Hart, and George Harrison brought Indian classical music to an international audience, cementing his status as a global cultural ambassador. Hussain has received four Grammy Awards in his career, including three at the 66th Grammy Awards earlier this year. The percussionist, one of India's most celebrated classical musicians, received the Padma Shri in 1988, the Padma Bhushan in 2002, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2023. Messages of condolence poured in on social media as the news of Hussain's demise spread. Grammy winner musician Ricky Kej remembered Hussain for his "immense humility, approachable nature". "One of the greatest musicians and personalities India has ever produced. Along with being the best himself, Zakirji was known for...being responsible for the careers of numerous musicians, who are now forces to reckon with themselves. He was a treasure trove of skill and knowledge and always shared and encouraged the entire music community through collaborations and his actions. His legacy will live on forever, and his influence will be felt for generations. He left us too soon," Kej wrote on X. American drummer Nate Smith thanked Hussain for "all of the music you gave us". Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi paid tributes to the "irreplaceable legend" "The world of music will be lesser without Tabla Maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain. Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and his fans all around the world. My prayers, Om Shanti," she wrote in a post on X. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
16 December,2024 07:27 AM IST | New Delhi | PTIRecently, Aamir Khan announced that Sitaare Zameen Par, which was to originally release this December, was being pushed to 2025. On Sunday, the superstar reported to the Film City set for the last portion of the RS Prasanna-directed venture. Sources tell us that it was a patch shoot. “It was a day-long shoot that started at 2 pm and went on till night. Aamir wanted to make sure that the film was wrapped up on Sunday. With the shoot done, Sitaare Zameen Par has now reached the finish line. Aamir and Prasanna will now shift their focus to post-production, which will include extensive editing, visual effects, and sound design,” shares a source. RS Prasanna A spiritual sequel to Taare Zameen Par (2007), Sitaare Zameen Par is an official adaptation of the Spanish sports comedy, Campeones (2018), and stars Genelia Deshmukh and Darsheel Safary alongside Khan. It has been heard that the superstar is now aiming for a summer 2025 release and intends to conduct focus-group screenings in February. The insider adds, “Aamir is known for his meticulous approach to filmmaking and often runs focus-group screenings. This process is integral to his style of fine-tuning the narrative based on the audience’s feedback. He had done it with Dangal [2016] and Secret Superstar [2017] too. The team will start working on the final edit to enable Aamir to show it to focus groups by February.”
16 December,2024 07:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuMurder and mind games, again Raise your hand if you had wished for a sequel to Badla (2019). Well, we weren’t the only ones; it turns out Taapsee Pannu did too. Now, the actor, who led director Sujoy Ghosh’s razor-sharp mystery thriller along with Amitabh Bachchan, has hinted at a possible second instalment. At a recent event, Taapsee acknowledged that several of her films have the potential for a second part. “People especially expect a second part of Badla because of the way it ended. Sujoy and I talk about it quite often. Ab dekhte hai unke dimaag mein kab idea aata hai,” she said. Will Sujoy develop an original follow-up story to Badla, which was an adaptation of the Spanish film, The Invisible Guest (2016)? Here’s hoping! See you in summer The makers of Anushka Shetty’s Ghaati announced that the film is set to release on April 18, 2025. This announcement was made through a video featuring Anushka, director Krish Jagarlamudi, and the producers. The release date poster showcases the leading lady in a fierce avatar, wearing a black saree, with blood running down her face. It is the second collaboration between Anushka and the director, following the success of their blockbuster Vedam (2010). Ghaati will be released across multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. More Masti for you There are sequels we want, and then there are sequels we get. On Sunday, the fourth edition of the Masti franchise, starring Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani, went on floors. Aftab made the announcement on Instagram, with a series of pictures, and a video featuring director Milap Zaveri and Riteish. Masti (2004) was a sex comedy directed by Indra Kumar and starred Ajay Devgn alongside the trio. It was followed by Grand Masti (2013) and Great Grand Masti (2016). Celebrating the legend Shyam Benegal turned 90 on Saturday. While the filmmaker doesn’t believe in celebrating birthdays, his actors wouldn’t let him get away easily. Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Rajit Kapoor, and Divya Dutta came together to celebrate the director, who made Hindi cinema richer with gems such as Ankur (1974) and Manthan (1976). The show goes on The Raj Kapoor Film Festival, which was to conclude yesterday, has been extended due to public demand. On Sunday, the Film Heritage Foundation announced that the retrospective, celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of the showman, will continue till December 19. Fans of the legendary actor-filmmaker can watch some of his finest creations, including Awaara (1951), Shree 420 (1955), Sangam (1964), Mera Naam Joker (1970) and Bobby (1973), at select theatres. On December 13, a day before the showman’s birth anniversary, the Kapoor clan kicked off the festival with a grand celebration that saw the film industry turn up in full force.
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