Rajendra Kumar- The Jubilee King

Rajendra Kumar otherwise known as Jubilee Kumar,was one of the most successful actors of Hindi cinema.Despite his unconventional looks,he made a niche in the film industry as a tragic hero and later as romantic hero.He starred in several blockbusters such as including Dhool Ka Phool (1959), Dil Ek Mandir(1963)Mere Mehboob [1963], Sangam and Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964),Arzoo (1965) and Suraj (1966).He made his debut in  Jogan(1950) in which he starred opposite Nargis and Dilip Kumar.He came to limelight after the release of the film Mother India(1957) in which he played Nargis’s son.He proved his worth as an actor by playing challenging roles in films such as Kanoon (1960) and Dhool Ka Phool .He proved his worth as an actor by playing challenging roles in films such as Kanoon (1960) and Dhool Ka Phool .He starred opposite some of the top heroines of that times such as Meena Kumari, Sadhana, Vyjayanthimala,Mala Sinha,and Saira Banu. He was also awarded the National Honour by late Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru for “Kanoon” (Hindi) and a Gujrati film “Mehandi Rang Lagyo” .Rajendra Kumar was honored with the Padma Shri  in 1969.

I want to share with you some of my favorite songs from his films.

Goonj Uthi  Shehnai (1959)—-”Jeewan Mein Piya Tera Saath Rahe”-A tragedy film directed by Vijay Bhatt ,it starred Rajendra Kumar opposite Ameeta, who later worked with him in Mere Mehboob.The superb score of the film is rendered by Vasant Desai.

Dil Ek Mandir)-”Yaad Na Jaaye”—– A family drama,Rajendra Kumar stars opposite Meena Kumari and Rajkumar. He plays a doctor whose former love played by Meena Kumari is married to Rajkumar who suffers from terminal illness.The film shows  the value of professional integrity and self-sacrifice.The song is sung by Mohammad Rafi and signifies the transience of time and one’s desire to hold it still.

Ayee Milan Ki Bela- “Main Pyar Ka Deewana” ——–It starred Rajendra Kumar, Saira Banu and Dharmendra (in a negative role).In  this song the hero is singing about his love  and admiration for nature .The song is sung by Mohammad Rafi and the beautiful score is done by Shankar Jaikishan.

Mere Mehboob—Tumse Izhare Haal Kar Baithe——In this film Rajendra Kumar makes a romantic pair with Sadhana,one of his most successful pairs ever.The song shows the pure and innocent love between two throbbing hearts,who  are shy to acknowledgen their love.It is a delicate and sweet song sung by Mohammed Rafi in his intoxicating voice and music is by Naushad.

Arzoo “-Aye Phoolon Ki Rani”—- It stars Sadhana, Rajendra Kumar, and Feroz Khan in the lead roles,which was directed by Ramanand Sagar.It was a huge blockbuster of the 60′s. In this song the hero praises the beauty of his beloved by bestowing upon her titles such as queen of spring and flowers.He also showers her profusely with epithets, which makes any lady blush with pride.

Mera Pyaar Bhi Tu Hai - Saathi(1968)—-In this film Rajendra  stars opposite Vyjayanthimala.This film is an emotional melodrama showing the up and downs in the life of a married couple.The film also stars Simi Grewal in a supporting role.Sanjeev Kumar  also has a cameo in it.In this song,the couple asserts their unconditional love towards each other.The song is sung by Mukesh  and Suman Kalyanpur and the music  is by Naushad.

Suraj- “Kaise Samjhaoon Badi Na Samajh Ho”—- It is a fantasy film filled with romance and adventure.It again stars the hit pair of Rajendra Kumar and Vyjayanthimala. Mumtaz has a brief role in it as the companion of Vyjayanthimala.The song is a type of ‘jugalbandi’ between the two.The song is melodious and based upon classical music.

Anjaana(1969) - “Rimjhim Ke Geet Saawan Gaaye”—– It starred Rajendra Kumar opposite Babita Shivdasani.In this song he is stranded in rain with the heroine and finds shelter in a hut.They both sing a song to the tune of raindrops falling around.It is a melodious song sung by Mohd.Rafi & Lata Mangeshkar and the lyrics are by Anand Bakshi.

Aap Aaye Bahaar Aayi (1971) – “Pooche Jo Mujhse Koi” —– This film stars the lead pair of Rajendra Kumar and Sadhna after the success of Arzoo.It is a playful and  mischievous  song in which he teases the charming Sadhana and thus annoys her.He likens her features with the spring and other aspects of nature.It is a nice song sung by Mohd.Rafi and the beautiful lyrics are by Anand Bakshi.

Gora Aur Kala (1972) -”Ek Na Ek Din Yeh Kahani Banegi”—– It is a film with Rajendra Kumar in a  double role.He plays romantic lead opposite Hema Malini.It is a tale of two twin brothers,one of them is handsome while the other disfigured and ugly who are distanced by fate.In this song he escorts gorgeous Hema riding a horse .He promises the ‘dream girl’ to make her the ‘girl of his dreams’.It looks that he is adept at escorting beautiful ladies riding a horse as he also did the same in “Arzoo” .The melodious song is sung by Mohd.Rafi and the  music is by Shankar and Jaikishan.

These were some of my favorite songs filmed on Rajendra Kumar. BTW,which are your favorite songs Rajendra Kumar?

Vyjayanthimala with Raj Kapoor and Rajendra Kumar (Photo credit: avin_ason)

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Hema Malini-The Dream girl of Indian Cinema

Hema Malini

Hema Malini is one of my favorite actresses. Also known as Dream Girl of Indian cinema, she is a talented actress, dancer, producer ,director and a politician.She has appeared in more than 150 films in a career span,most of them were successful.She started her career with the film Sapno Ka Saudagar  (1968)  opposite Raj Kapoor for which she was promoted as the “Dream girl. She appeared with all the major actors of her time like Dev anand,Raj Kapoor,Dharmendra,Amitabh ,Rajesh Khanna,Jeetendra and Manoj Kumar.As a  trained Bharatanatyam artist,she a proved her dancing skills in her films.She had also proved her prowess as an excellent actress in commercial as well as offbeat cinema.She has won a filmfare award  for Seeta Aur Geeta (1973 ) and was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2000.She is still active now in the field of cinema,dance and politics and charity.Here are some of my favorite songs from her films that I  want to share with you.

Abhinetri (1970) – “Khiche Humse Saanwre”- Hema plays Anjana;who is a well known stage dancer and singer.She is married to Shekar(Shashi Kapoor) who is a assistant scientist.The film deals with the ego clashes and misunderstanding between  a married couple. In the songHema tries to appease her husband who  keeps on  ignoring her.

Johny Mera Naam-”O Babul Pyare”- This was her first film with legendary Dev Anand.In the film she plays the love interest of Dev.In this song ,she has been on pursuit of her father;who is held captive in a unknown place by the villian Prem Nath.She is dressed in tribal attire and sings about her longing for her father.Sung by Lata,the song is very melodious and touching  to hear.

 Sharafat (1970) -”Mera Rasta Rok Rahe Hain”- Hema stars opposite her future husband,Dharmendra in this  film. She plays a courtesan,whose father is reluctant to own her as his child.In this song she is singing amongst the nature while reflecting upon her future. The song is picturised in a beautiful  and location.Directed by Asit Sen and Hema’s wonderful acting,the film is a pleasure to watch.

Raja Jani (1972) -”Duniya Ka Mela”- Adapted from Anastasia (1956) starring Ingrid Bergman;it is a story of a lost princess.Here she plays a street performer,who is hired and trained by Dharmendra to pull a con against the royal grandmother by claiming herself as the lost princess.But it is the other way round.

Seeta Aur Geeta (1971)-”Hawa ke Saath Saath”-It is a film starring Hema in a double role opposite Dharmendra and Sanjeev Kumar .It is a story of twin sisters separated by birth.Hema plays both the the characters of the twin sisters,one introvert and shy and the other one who is extrovert quite deftly.In this song, Hema is skating with Sanjeev while singing  merrily.

Khushboo (1975)-”Bechara Dil Kya Kare”- Khushboo is film directed by Gulzar and the music is rendered  by R.D Burman.The film has a rustic setting.Hema plays Kusum  who is in love with Brindavan(Jeetendra) since childhood.But the fate has it other way;Brindavan  gets married and his wife dies after delivering her child.In this song she is with Charan(Brindaban’s son) played by Master Raju and her friend,both are singing with mirth  while bathing Master Raju.The song is sung is sung by Asha and has a touch of playfulness to it.

Gehri Chaal (1973) – “Kukdoo Ko Bada Pyara”– Gehri Chaal is a action film starring Jeetendra,Hema and Amitabh.Jeetendra plays an undercover cop who is in trail of a robbery.Hema plays Amitabh’s sister.In this song she and her friend tries to “bully” Jeetu in a playful way.

Mehbooba (1976 ) -”Parbat Ke Peechhe”- Mehbooba is film about rebirth and reunion.Hema stars opposite the Late Rajesh Khanna.It is a melodious song  which is sung by Kishore Kumar and Lata and the musical score is by R.D. Burman.

Dharmatma (1975) - “Kya Khoob Lagti Ho”- Hema stars opposite the handsome hunk Feroze Khan. She plays the daughter of a tribal head who is in love with a “pardesi” In this song she is feeling exulted as she is being praised for her beauty as well as she is getting married to her love.The song is adorned by the melodious voices Mukesh and Kanchan.

Charas(1976 )- ”Kal Ki Haseen Mulaqat Ke Liye”- Charas is a  spy thriller in which she again stars with her husband Dharmendra.The Dharmendra-Hema pair  was one of the popular screen “jodis” of  that times.The film is shot at exotic foreign locations and has a good dose of action as well.The screen magic and chemistry of Dharam-Hema is quite evident in this song.

These were few of my favorite songs of filmed on  Hema Malini.BTW,which are your favorite songs of Hema Malini?

English: Bollywood actress Hema Malini (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

         

         

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Mumtaz -The versatile actress

Mumtaz is one of my favorite actresses.She started her career as  a as a child artist , and she worked as an junior artiste in her earlier days,and had a brief stint as a supporting actress in movies like  Kaajal, Khandaan, Sawan Ki Ghata, , Pyar Kiye Jaa, Mere Sanam, Suraj,and Pathhar Ke Sanam but rose to stardom due to her versatility and  talent . Even in her smaller roles against well-known actresses of that times, she was the one who got noticed and had an indelible impact upon the audiences. She acted in more than 100 films during a career span of 14 -15 years and delivered  blockbusters such as Bandhan (1969), Sachaa Jhutha (1970), Khilona (1970), Tere Mere Sapne (1971), Dushman (1971), Apna Desh (1972), Apradh, Chor Machaye Shor (1973), Jheel Ke Us Paar, Aap Ki Kasam, Roti (1974) and Prem Kahani (1975).

Mumtaz married businessman  Mayur Madhvani at the peak of her popularity in 1974. She finally retired from the film industry in 1976. Years later she appeared in the film Aandhiyan(1989) alongside Shatrughan Sinha. She received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996 as well as she was felicitated for her “Achievements in Indian Cinema” by the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) in June 2008 in Bangkok.

Here are some of my favorite songs from her movies that I  want to share with you.

Boond Jo Ban Gai Moti (1967)-“ Haan Maine Bhi Pyar Kiya”-Mumtaz and Jeetendra worked in Sehra  as an junior artiste and this was the first film of them together in a lead role.Later the pair became one of the hit “jodis” of 1970.She and Jeetendra worked together in other films such as Kathputli(1971), Ek Nari Ek Brahmachari (1971), Jigri Dost (1969) and Roop Tera Mastana.Here she plays a village belle who is estranged from her mother and is in love with a upright and  sincere  school master played by Jeetendra.

Humjoli-“ Tik Tik Tik Mera Dil–”Mumtaz played a cameo as a club dancer in this film produced by Jeetendra. Here she does an western style cabaret number with the “jumping jack” Jeetendra who matches her every step. It is a delightful and fun song to watch.

Kathputli (1971)-“ Ek Baat Poochhoon—”It is one of the films in which Mumtaz has given a superb performance. She plays a lover, a suffering wife and a mother separated from her child due to social stigma. Memsaabstory has written a nice synopsis of the film;you can find it here- Kathputli (1971).

Sachcha Jhootha – “Yoon hi tum mujhse”— In this film Mumtaz plays a lady undercover cop; who is on a mission to seduce and arrest a don played by Rajesh Khanna (in a double role).They both share a good screen chemistry together and were friends in professional life too. They were one of the successful screen pairs in the 70’s.

Loafer (1973)-“Mein Tere Ishq Mein”- Here she plays an accomplice of Pratap (Premnath); who is blackmailed by him to keep an eye on Rakesh (Dharmendra) and trap him in lieu of her brother’s life. This is a song in which she entreats Dharmendra not to reject her love towards him and not to ignore her.

Ek Nari Ek Brahmachari (1971)-“ Aare Tu Hai Buddhu”- Here she once again pairs with Jeetendra. In this song she along with Aruna Irani,tries to prove that women are superior to men in every field and can outdo them to a bunch of boys who are led by Jeetendra. It is a nice and playful song.

Jheel Ke Us Paar ( 1973)- Chal, chale aey dil- Mumtaz plays a blind girl who loses her eyes in an accident in her childhood. She sings a song the on the  riverside while she is watched by Dharmendra who also draws her portrait and feels sympathy for her. It is a nice and melodious song.

Tere Mere Sapne (1971)- jeevan ki bagiya mehkegi- The film is based on ‘The Citadel’, a novel by A. J. Cronin. Here she plays Nisha ,the wife of a village doctor Anand Kumar(Dev Anand). In this song the couple are expecting a child and dreaming about the joys that it will bring along with it. It shows nice chemistry between a husband and a wife.The beautiful lyrics are penned by Neeraj. A beautiful and touching song!

Tere Mere Sapne (1971)- Jaisa Radha Ne Mala Japi- The songs  of Tere Mere Sapne are nothing short of melodiousness and superb lyrics. In this song Nisha(Mumtaz) is thinking about her marriage to Dr. Anand Kumar(Dev Anand).  Director Vijay Anand has a flair for the beautiful and romantic picturization of songs and this film is no exception. Equally melodious music by S. D. Burman.

Apradh (1972)- Humare Siva- Apradh was  a 1972 action thriller romance produced and directed by Feroz Khan. In this film she plays the love interest of  Feroz Khan. It is indeed  interesting to know that both are related to each other in real life as Natasha, her elder daughter, married the actor Fardeen Khan who is the son of Feroz Khan.

These were few of my favorite songs picturized over Mumtaz. BTW,which are your favorite songs of Mumtaz?

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Sadhana- an elegant and timeless actress

By coolone

I was contemplating to write a post on Sadhana,the beautiful and talented actress of 60’s era,who was a part of many blockbusters including Asli Naqli,Hum Dono and great films like Mere Mehboob. Thanks to harveypam ,inspiration  caught my fancy and I finally got down to write this post. Here are of the songs which were picturised on her which are favorite of mine which I want to share with you.

Love In Simla – Ae Baby Ae Jee Idhar Aao—- It was her first film as a newcomer,inspite of which she gave a dazzling performance.She gets a makeover the famous “fringe cut” from her grandma in order to win the affection of dashing Joy Mukerjee to win a bet.She looks spellbinding and has an infectious smile. In this song she makes Joy  obey her beck and call. She looks playful and naughty yet innocent.

Aap Yun Hi Agar Humse Milte Rahe- Ek Musafir Ek Haseena— Her second film with Joy,she looks more beautiful and charming. She is a young girl who is deserted by her husband on the eve of her wedding due to insurgency.  Here she meets a armyman -Joy Mukerjee who loses his memory in saving her from the insurgents. In this song she flirts along with Joy to help him getting his memory back. She indeed looks fascinating and gamine enough to get someone smitten with love be it a dashing gentleman like Joy.

Mere Mehboob(1963)-Mere Mehboob Tujhe Meri Mohabbat ki Qasam— Mere Mehboob is a movie which could only be described as a lyrical poetry. Be it songs or performances;everything is superb. Romance is depicted in an innocent and pure form devoid of any obscenity. Sadhana plays Husna a beautiful lady from a Nawab family who is deeply in love with Anwar (Rajendra Kumar). Here she sings the composition of Rajendra Kumar,whom she met in her university. She is desperately searching him and pining in love;which is evident in her tears.

Aaya Hai Se Pee Ke-Manmauji—- Sadhana  plays  a vegetable seller who is trying to save her love interest, Kishore who is convicted of a murder committed by Jaggi(Pran),a local goon. She tries to coax him to confess his guilt by dancing and playing along with him. She looks much beautiful without her trademark “fringe” in this song.

Ab aur na kuch bhi yaad raha- Prem Patra (1962)- A Bimal Roy classic,which is an intense drama of emotions of love and hatred in which love reigns supreme. Sadhana plays Kavita Kapoor,a medical student who has some misunderstanding with Arun(Shashi Kapoor);which changes his attitude towards her.In this song she expresses feelings of love and bliss amidst nature.

Aji Rooth Kar Ab Kahan Jaiyega – Arzoo— Sadhna is in her prime of beauty and elegance in this movie,which is  one of her best performances. She sings to her love Sarju(Rajendra Kumar) with  her aunt on the piano. Her eyes simply do the talking…….

Nainon wali ne -Mera Saaya — Mera Saaya(1966) is the masterpiece by Raj Khosla in which Sadhana overshadows everyone with her superb performance. She is at her best in matter of performance and evokes sympathy from the audience as a woman whose identity is in question.Court-room scenes are so emotional and      touching that one could not resist tears. In this song, her husband has a flashback in which he remembers sweet time spent with her.She is vivacious and lively in this song and also plays air guitar. The song is a cheery one that makes one smile.

Yeh Parda Hata Do- Ek Phool Do mali [1969]— In this love story,Sadhana plays a ingenuous village damsel who loses her heart to a young and dashing Sanjay Khan.There is sweetness and mischief coupled with love in this song in which they tease each other and she even warns him  that if he does not resist he will be “chastised” by her mother. The song is picturised in a picturesque apple garden. 

Ham tumhare liye-Intaquam (1969)– It is the home production movie of Sadhana in which she portrays a strong women determined to take revenge from a rich businessman who had done her wrong in the past. In order to further her plan she pretends to love his son played by Sanjay Khan and marries him. She and Sanjay make a lovely screen couple and have a  great chemistry.

Mujhe Teri Mohabbat Ka Sahara- Aap Aye Bahar Ayee(1971)— It is a film about strong ties of  true love which does not care if the beloved has any stigma attached to his or her past life.In this film,Sadhana plays beautiful Neena;who is engaged to Rohit(Rajendra Kumar). But unfortunately she is molested by Kumar (Prem Chopra).Feeling unworthy of Rohit,she deplores her fate;hence this song takes place. The song is emotional and heart-wrenching. Rajendra and Sadhana are perfect in their rendition of lovers struck by fate.It is a song which lingers in the memory for a long time.

And the list of songs filmed on this elegant actress is quite large,a few of which I have shared with you.May god bless her with health and prosperity.

And at last I again thank harveypam for providing me inspiration on write a post on one of my favorite actresses.

Sadhana

 

 

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