Happy Birthday to living legend, Lata Mangeshkar ❤️ How her voice has affected millions around the world has no description. Think of a classic Indian song and without a doubt one the Mangeshkar sisters would have sung it. So many emotions and memories tied to the lyrics she has indescribably performed and poured her heart and soul into - no one can compare. If I were ever to faint meeting someone, it would be her. Pictures: James Burke, LIFE Magazine.
Screening of 'Gateway of India' pictured above is Meera Kumari and Madhubala sharing a good laugh. These two were never seen at functions together mainly because Madhubala rarely attended them. First picture really is quite something!
So I haven't been on tumblr in quite some time. Almost a year I think. Lost track!
But I've noticed I've developed a very kind number of followers. Therefore I feel a duty to come back. However it shall be in a week as I'm waiting for some exam results to come through..after that I shall be less distracted and can share a lot more on here; freely and fully.
Love & Hugs- been missing out on the tumblr love and stuff for some time!
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Happy Birthday Madhubala! My awe and admiration for this woman cannot be described. Here's to Indian cinema's most beautiful presence!
Meena Kumari - (pooja-mahi-rai) Legends of Indian Cinema.
Thought I would reblog an old post of mine - Listening to a marathon of old songs ft Meena Kumari.
Such a tortured soul
Here's an incredible album of photographs from the first test for you enjoyment. These excellent shots are by Shivraj Gohil, a budding F1 photographer.
So I've had a few exams stretched over the past few months- still two more to go. But I promise I'll be posting a lot more vintage Indian cinema material soon!! I promise!!
Picture posted on Lata-ji’s official twitter She writes that “after a long time she visited her elder brother Dilip Kumar at his house and got to meet Saira and himself."
So adorable. Two of the greats in 4 amazing snaps.
Colour picture of Madhubala -seems like mid to late 50's (maybe 56-57?) (not recoloured as far as I know)
A young Madhubala & her Father, Attaullah Khan
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Sisters, Chanchal & Madhubala.
A genuine colour picutre from an old Filmfare
On the sets of Madhubala's own home production 'Naata' (1955) - A film about two sisters who are pretty much tied to the hip; the younger of the two (Chanchal) wanting to see the older sister (Madhubala) be happy in what she thinks is a potential marriage proposal for her older sis (a potential strapping fella who just recently moved to the village - intellectual, kind, caring, seems like he's fascinated by Madhu and taken by her beauty etc etc etc - seems too good to be true eh?) The younger sister encourages the emotions of the older. Well, turns out the dude is already married and brings back his new bride to the village to meet everyone; witnessing this, and wishing him a long life and happy marriage - through heartache, the older sister passes away in her younger sisters arms.
Quite scary and coincidental how the main character dies of heartfail/ache eh?
Madhubala in Filmfare 1957 August 30th. - pooja-mahi-rai
Ok so this is my first post in a LONG time! But this was too amazingly cute (yet tragic in a way) to NOT share.
Not seen this one before - Here we see Dilip Kumar giving Madhubala what looks like a ring (most probably a prop) while on the sets of Mughal-E-Azam.
Adorable. Simply ADORABLE. I couldn't help but grin like a fool. :D
I can't even begin to explain my sadness. Goes to show that someone could be fighting a fierce battle inside themselves, and no one would even be able to tell. It does pose the question - Why can't we find someone to talk to or trust, before feeling like suicide is the only way out?
Let us all take some time out and think about how we can help the people around us going through an inner battle themselves - and if we're aware of it, then we should try our best to make them smile, stay happy, and reassure them that they are never alone in this world of billions.
My heart goes out to Lee Thompson Young's family, friends and fans. The Rizzoli & Isles fan base are shaken; so I cannot even begin to imagine what his family/co-stars are feeling.
He will be sorely missed - Rest In Peace X May God be with your loved ones.
