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This actor was immensely popular in the '90s with his 'No 1' series such as 'Coolie No 1', 'Hero No 1' and 'Anari No 1'. He is known widely for his comic roles and dance moves. Who is he?
Answer: Govinda
Govinda debuted with the movie 'Tan-Badan' in 1986 but his breakthrough came from the movie 'Ilzaam' from the same year. Govinda's dance in the movie was widely appreciated. At the start of his career he was often paired with Neelam in family dramas but later he had a famous pairing with Karishma Kapoor. He often appeared in comedy, action or romantic movies. His hits include 'Partner', 'Raja Babu' and 'Chote Miyan Bade Miyan'. Govinda also hosts TV shows and has now switched to character roles in movies such as 'Kil Dil' and 'Happy Ending'.
This movie was nominated for the Best Foreign Film at the Oscars (in 2001) - it was based on a cricket match! Name this movie.
Answer: Lagaan
The movie told the story of a bunch of villagers who had to win a cricket match against the evil colonial Britishers (how Indians love making the Britishers villians in their movies) to avoid paying exorbitant taxes. The only problem - they never played cricket before!
Who plays the female lead in the movie 'Chandni Chowk to China'?
Answer: Deepika Padukone
'Chandni Chowk to China' also starred actor Akshay Kumar in the lead male role.
Deepika Padukone made her Bollywood debut with the film 'Om Shanti Om' which also starred Shahrukh Khan.
What is Hritik Roshan's debut film?
Answer: Kaho naa... Pyaar Hai
This film was directed by his own father-Rakesh Roshan and music by his uncle Rajesh Roshan.
In "Sholay", what was the name of Basanti's horse?
Answer: Dhano
In "Sholay", Hema Malini played Basanti who drove a "tanga". Basanti used Dhano to pull her "tanga". Dhano was a white, female horse which was a constant source of transport throughout the film. Dhano "listened" to Basanti's feelings and emotions throughout the film.
This actor/producer/director started his career in 1946 with 'Hum Ek Hain' but it was 'Ziddi' in 1948 that made him a superstar. His dialogue delivery and enigma made him extremely popular and he gave hits like 'Guide', 'Paying Guest' and 'CID'. He was one of the trinity of actors that ruled the industry through the '50s and '60s. Who is he?
Answer: Dev Anand
Dev Anand became a huge celebrity after 'Ziddi' and ruled the industry along with Raj Kapoor and Dilip Kumar for the next two decades. His biggest hits include 'Guide', 'CID', 'Tere Ghar Ke Samne' and 'Jewel Thief'. He was extremely handsome and was called the Gregory Peck of India. His pairing with Nutan, Madhubala, Sadhana and Asha Parekh was hugely popular. He continued to act in movies through the '70s and into the 2000s. He holds a record for being the second actor with 104 solo lead films to his credit (first being Rajesh Khanna with 106 films). He has won many awards for his acting including four Filmfare awards. He died in 2011 aged 88.
Which 2009 film, starring Deepika Padukone and Saif Ali Khan, depicts how love existed in the past, and how it is in the present?
Answer: Love Aaj Kal
Actors Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone play lead roles in the movie 'Love Aaj Kal'. It is a Hindi remake of the Taiwanese film called 'Three Times', which is directed by Hou Hsiao-Hsien. The film portrays two love stories that take place simultaneously, one in the modern day and one in the year 1965.
Who plays God in 'God Tussi Great Ho'?
Answer: Amitabh Bachan
Amitabh Bachchan is married to actress Jaya Bhaduri. They have two children, Shweta Nanda and Abhishek Bachchan. His first film was 'Saat Hindustani', in the year 1969.
He has won a lot of major awards in his career, including three National Film Awards and twelve Film fare Awards. He has had the most number of nominations at the famous Indian Film fare Awards.
Name the director of the film 'Satya'
Answer: Ramgopal Verma
Ramgopal Verma is a well-known Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer who has directed several critically acclaimed movies in Bollywood. He is best known for his crime and thriller films, including the 1998 movie 'Satya'. The film was a commercial and critical success and is considered a cult classic in Indian cinema. Ramgopal Verma's unique style of storytelling and his ability to create realistic and gritty portrayals of the Indian underworld have earned him a reputation as one of the most talented directors in Bollywood.
What was the name of the alien in "Koi Mil Gaya"?
Answer: Jadoo
The alien's name was Jadoo. Rohit, a retarded man, befriended Jadoo and received powers to make him well. Jadoo was a short, blue, human-like alien who protected Rohit and gave him powers to enable him to return to normal.
Raj Kapoor was one of the doyens of the Indian film industry. 'Barsaat' was one of the hit movies directed by Raj Kapoor. Who starred opposite Raj Kapoor in the movie?
Answer: Nargis
'Barsaat', released in 1949 was a hit movie catapulting Raj Kapoor to fame. This movie starred Raj Kapoor and Nargis, who were one of the popular pairs in Bollywood. The movie marked the debut of music directors Shankar-Jaikishan. The movie starred Nimmi, not opposite Raj Kapoor, but opposite Prem Nath. In the movie, Pran (Raj Kapoor) and Gopal (Prem Nath) fell in love with Reshma (Nargis) and Neela (Nimmi) respectively. While Gopal ditched Neela, Pran and Reshma were united at the end of the movie.
The 1980s were known for action movies, but in 1988, a film was released that brought back romance in Bollywood. The film starred Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla. Do you know the name of the film?
Answer: Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak
'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' (known as QSQT) was released in 1988 and had Aamir Khan as the hero opposite Juhi Chawla. The movie was directed by Mansoor Khan and had hit music by Anand-Milind. The movie was loosely based on the Romeo-Juliet tale and was a tragic love story. Raj (Aamir) and Rashmi (Juhi) belonged to two warring Rajput clans and the film was about their love story and their elopement. The film ended tragically with Rashmi killed and Raj committing suicide.
"Maine Pyaar Kiya", "Hum Aapke Hain Koun", "Hum Saath Saath Hain" and "Vivaah" were family dramas directed by Sooraj Barjatya. Which actor or actresses appeared in all four films?
Answer: Mohnish Behl
Mohnish Behl appeared in these four Rajshri Production films. Along with Mohnish Behl, Alok Nath also appeared in these four films.
Mohnish Behl had substantial roles in three of these films. He played the antagonist in "Maine Pyaar Kiya", an elder brother in both "Hum Aapke Hain Koun" and "Hum Saath Saath Hain". He made a guest appearance in "Vivaah" as a doctor.
In the movie 'Luck By Chance', what field is the main lead, Farhan Akhtar, trying to make his career in?
Answer: acting
'Luck By Chance' is written and directed by Zoya Akhtar. The movie was released in January 2009 and did not do very well on the box-office. It has Farhan Akhtar in the lead role, playing a struggling actor. The film portrays the problems he has in his life, as he tries to become famous in the acting industry.
In the movie "Jab We Met", what is the name of Geet's Sister?
Answer: Roop
Roop is the name of Geet's (Kareena Kapoor's) sister who wants Sahid/Additya to marry. She wants Roop and Additya to elope together.
This actor started his acting career during the silent eras and proceeded to woo his audience for the next few decades. He was a pioneer of both Indian Cinema and Indian Theatre. He appeared in movies such as 'Alam Ara' (1931), 'Vidyapati' (1937) and 'Mughal-e-Azam' (1960). Who was he?
Answer: Prithviraj Kapoor
Prithviraj Kapoor was one of the first leading men in the industry. He started his career with a small role in India's first talkie, 'Alam Ara'. He continued in his cinematic journey giving hits like 'Manzil' and 'Milap'. His most memorable role was in K. Asif's 'Mughal-e-Azam' in 1960 as Emperor Akbar. He was also the first person from the Kapoor family to step into the industry. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren are all actors and continue to rule the industry. He continued to act until his death in 1972. He has been honoured with Padma Bhusan and Dadasahed Phalke awards.
In 1957-58, India, for the first time, sent a film for the Best Foreign Film Award at the Academy Awards. This film, directed by Mehboob Khan, made the shortlist. Name this legendary Hindi epic film.
Answer: Mother India
'Mother India' is a remake of the film 'Aurat', which was released in 1940 and directed by the same director. It was internationally famous for its depiction of the nature of the traditional Indian girl. The film was also produced by Mehboob Khan. The film stars Nargis as Radha, the heroine, Sunil Dutt as Birju, Radha's rebellious younger son and Rajendra Kumar as Ramu, Radha's elder son. In the film, Radha, a traditional Hindu woman who brought up her two sons well in spite of the poverty, is shown valuing the welfare of society more than that of her sons. Ramu is a virtuous man and is married off. However, Birju, who later turns into a dacoit, or bandit, is constantly pestering the village girls. After repeated warnings, his own mother shoots him.
In "Chaalbaaz" which actress played the double role of separated twin sisters?
Answer: Sridevi
Directed by Pankaj Parasher in 1989, Sridevi played the roles of separated twins, both orphaned, one having a huge fortune to which she was entitled only after turning 21. She was subjected to cruelty by her wicked uncle (Anupam Kher), who had designs on her fortune. The other role was that of a street-smart girl living in poverty. With each twin running away from their situations, they got mistaken for each other. The two male stars opposite were Sunny Deol and Rajnikant.
This film's lead actors are Abhay Deol and Mahi Gill. It is written and directed by Anurag Kashyap. Which 2009 film is it?
Answer: Dev.D
'Dev.D' is a romantic drama film, which is a remake of the famous film 'Devdas'. One of the songs from the movie 'Emotional Attyachar' became very famous. Abhay Deol plays the role of 'Dev', who is the son of a rich Punjabi Businessman. Mahi Gill plays the role of 'Paro', who is Dev's childhood sweetheart. The movie revolves around the two of them and how they are separated because of their parents. Paro is also forced into another marriage by her parents and Dev ends up spending the rest of his life with someone else.
In the movie "Swades", which Salim-Javed written movie are the people of Charanpur watching before the power cut happens and Mohan Bhargav (Shah Rukh Khan) breaks into the song 'Yeh Tara Woh Tara"?
Answer: Yaadon Ki Baaraat
The first ever Indian feature film is said to be 'Raja Harishchandra' (meaning King Harishchandra), that was released in 1913. It starred Dattatraya Damodar Dabke as Harishchandra. Who was the director of this legendary film?
Answer: Dadasaheb Phalke
Dhundiraj Govind Phalke lived from 1870 to 1944. He is known as the Father of Indian Cinema. He was also the producer and scriptwright of this film. It was released on May 3 at Coronation Cinematograph, Mumbai. The entire cast was drawn from non-professionals. Phalke wanted to cast women in female roles, but no woman was willing to perform. He made a remake of this film in 1917. The Dadasaheb Phalke award, initiated by the Indian government in 1969 is one of the most prestigious awards in the field of Indian cinema. Harishchandra is a renowned figure in Indian culture. He sacrificed his wife, kingdom and son to keep his promise to Sage Vishwamitra. A Marathi film called Harishchandrachi Factory was released in 2009 that depicted the making of that film. It was India's entry for the Best Foreign Film Oscar in 2009-10 but it did not go to the final list.
The story of the film 'Hello' has been adapted from which famous novel?
Answer: The story of the film 'Hello' has been adapted from which famous novel?
The Indian film industry is notorious for its underworld connections - which famous business man was killed by underworld thugs?
Answer: Gulshan Kumar
Gulshan Kumar was the owner of T-series - a music company. He was shot dead on August 12, 1997.
What was Ramprasad Sharma's military rank in the movie "Main hoon Na"?
Answer: Major
Shah Rukh Khan played Ramprasad Sharma as a major. In the movie, he went to college to protect the daughter of India's General. The major was to protect the general's daughter by impersonating a student. The daughter's life was threatened by a terrorist. Ramprasad Sharma's father was the influence for Sharma to become a strict soldier.
In the movie 'Rock On!', the competition that is announced for Indian Rock bands is organised by which music channel?
Answer: Channel V
'Rock On!' stars Arjun Rampal and Farhan Akhtar and Prachi Desai in the lead roles. Farhan Akhtar and Prachi Desai make their debuts in this film and become quite sucessful. It has been written and directed by Abhishek Kapoor. The competition, which is announced by Channel V, promises the winner a chance to record an album and star in least one music video.