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Ravikant Nagaich
Ravikant Nagaich (5 July 1931 – 6 January 1991) was an Indian film personality. He is an Indian film personality born at Atrauli, Aligarh- Uttar Pradesh, India in a Brahmin family. He started his filming career as a cinematographer in Telugu films, N.T. Rama Rao's ''Sri Seetha Rama Kalyanam'' in 1961 being his first film. With ''Farz (1967 film), Farz'', he turned to Hindi movies and direction. This low-budget thriller inspired by ''James Bond'' was a surprise hit and helped Ravikant and the film's lead pair's (Jeetendra and Babita) career. Dharmendra acted as Agent 116 Gopal in ''Keemat (1973 film), Keemat'' (1973). Jeetendra reprised his role as Agent 116, Gopalkishan Pandey in ''Raksha (1982 film), Raksha'' (1982) and again in ''The Gold Medal (film), The Gold Medal''. He went on to direct 24 more films with ''Duty'' (1986) being his last. Though he had some big-budget hits like ''Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972 film), Mere Jeevan Saathi'' and ''The Train (1970 film), The Train'', ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atrauli
Atrauli is a town and a municipal board in Aligarh district in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Situated on the bank of river Ganges, Atrauli is around from Aligarh and from Khair. Atrauli is famous for a variety of Chaat, Croquette, Tikki, Panipuri (Fastfood) in all over India. These items are prominently found in the North Indian cuisine, North Indian Cuisine. Etymology The name of the town is taken from Atri Muni who visited Atrauli. History During the 18th century Rao Durjan Singh Ponia of Bijauli took possession of Atrauli. Geography Atrauli is located at . It has an average elevation of 136 metres (446 feet). Demographics As per 2011 Indian Census, Atrauli had a population of 50,412, of which 26,368 were males and 24,044 were females. Atrauli has an average literacy rate of 47.5%, with 53.4% of the males and 41.1% of females literate. Population in the age range of 0 to 6 years was 7,254. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes have a population of 4,5 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972 Film)
''Mere Jeevan Saathi'' (''My Life Partner'') is a 1972 Indian film produced by Harish and Vinod Shah. It is directed by Ravikant Nagaich, and it stars Rajesh Khanna, Tanuja, Sujit Kumar, Bindu, Helen, Utpal Dutt, Nazir Hussain and Rajindranath. The movie was made at the height of Rajesh Khanna's popularity and craze. It was the second movie of Rajesh Khanna with Tanuja after the blockbuster ''Haathi Mere Saathi'' (1971). Although the movie was an average grosser upon its release and received ambivalent reviews from viewers and critics but the soundtrack and songs became very popular and are evergreen. "O Mere Dil Ke Chain" and "Chala Jata Hoon" are still very famous Kishore Kumar melodies from this film. Plot Prakash (Rajesh Khanna) is a son of a rich father ( K. N. Singh) who wants to become an artist. His father challenges him to earn a one-time meal from his profession. He accepts the challenge and leaves his father's house. He tries to sell his artistic paintings but fails ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pyar Ki Kahani
''Pyar Ki Kahani'' () is a 1971 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by Ravikant Nagaich. It is a remake of the 1964 Tamil film ''Kai Kodutha Deivam''. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan and Tanuja. The movie bombed and is one of the 11 consecutive flops of Amitabh Bachchan. Plot Although well qualified, Ram Chand ( Amitabh Bachchan) is unable to obtain suitable employment, and works as a peon in an organization. One day, he meets with Ravi Chand (Anil Dhawan), who is on the verge of committing suicide, he counsels him against this, as well as permitting him to live with him. Ravi gets employed in the same office as Ram, albeit as a Manager, and falls in love and marries a co-worker named Lata (Farida Jalal). Ram's parents would like him to get married too, and he goes to see them and meets his bride-to-be, Kusum Sharma (Tanuja). Ram sends a photograph of Kusum for approval to Ravi and Lata, and is disappointed to learn that Ravi does not approve of Kusum. When R ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Himmat (1970 Film)
''Himmat'' () is a 1970 Hindi-language action film, produced by P. Mallikharjuna Rao under the Bharathi International Films banner and directed by Ravikant Nagaich. It stars Jeetendra, Mumtaz and music composed by Laxmikant Pyarelal. The film is remake of Telugu film '' Adrushtavanthulu'' (1968). Plot Raghu a notorious criminal acquitted from jail as a reformed when he challenges Inspector Mathur to prove himself. Here, Raghu's previous hoodlum chair gives a warm welcome which he denies and quits the place. Yet, the Boss covets to get hold of him due to his caliber. Now, Raghu gets acquainted with a mechanic Tiger and turns into a truck driver. Once on a journey, they hit upon a beautiful girl Malti in male guise. Later, Raghu discovers the actuality also that she flees from the house. So, he forcibly takes her back, but noticing his old associate therein Raghu protects Malti when they fall in love. Soon, they couple up, and are blessed with a baby girl Banthu. Time passes; Ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jigri Dost
''Jigri Dost'' () is a 1969 Hindi-language comedy film, produced by Sunderlal Nahata and Dhoondy under the Vijaya Lakhshmi Pictures banner and directed by Ravikant Nagaich. It stars Jeetendra, Mumtaz and Poonam Sinha and music composed by Laxmikant–Pyarelal. The heroine Komal in the movie is actually Poonam Sinha, Shatrughan Sinha's wife. The film is a remake of 1966 Kannada movie ''Emme Thammanna'', which had earlier been remade in Telugu in 1968 as ''Govula Gopanna'' and which later went on to be remade in Tamil in 1970 as '' Maattukara Velan''. Plot Gopi is an innocent village guy whose livelihood is rearing cattle and looks God in them. Neelkanth chairman of the municipality is crooked and cruel, performs many atrocities in the town also involved in anti-social and illegal activities. He has an arrogant daughter Komal and a good-nurtured son Kasthuri. Kasthuri always teases and revolts against his father for his evil deeds. Once Gopi's cows obstruct Komal's way, she beats ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raja Aur Runk
''Raja Aur Runk'' () is a 1968 Bollywood film, directed by Kotayya Pratyagatma and starring Sanjeev Kumar and Kumkum. It is an Indian adaptation of Mark Twain's 1881 novel, The Prince and the Pauper. Synopsis ''Raja Aur Runk'' is the story of a prince and a pauper. Two children, born on the same day at the same time: one to the king, Raja Sahib, and one to a poor man, Hariya (Ajit). The king is thrilled at the birth of Yuvraj, the heir to the throne, while Hariya is cynical about the birth of his son, Raja. The children grow up looking identical, but there is a constant contrast in their lives and upbringing. One day, Raja runs away from home and somehow ends up in the palace, where he meets Yuvraj. The boys discover how different their lives are. Being tempted to see the world outside, Yuvraj changes identities with Raja and leaves the palace. They now struggle in vain to adjust to their new identities. Raja's mother (Nirupa Roy) and sister Sujjo (Nazima) are miserable with hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gudachari 116
''Gudachari 116'' () is a 1966 Indian Telugu-language spy film written by Aarudhra, and directed by M. Mallikarjuna Rao. The film stars Krishna, Jayalalitha, Rajanala and Mukkamala in pivotal roles. It is noted to be the first spy film in Telugu cinema. Released on 11 August 1966, ''Gudachari 116'' was a commercial success, spawning several unrelated sequels in the subsequent years, namely, ''James Bond 777'' (1971), ''Agent Gopi'' (1978), ''Rahasya Gudachari'' (1981) and '' Gudachari 117'' (1989). ''Gudachari 116'' was a breakthrough for actress Jayalalithaa. The film was remade in Hindi as '' Farz'' (1967). Plot Secret Agent 116 named Gopi has been assigned the case of the homicide of a fellow secret agent (303) by the head of CID. 303 had found evidence that can help identify the perpetrators. During this investigation, Gopi meets lovely Radha in a flight journey, and both end up falling in love with each other. The traitor responsible for the killing of agent 303 has gon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam
''Sri Krishna Pandaveeyam'' () is a 1966 Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film directed by N. T. Rama Rao who wrote the film with Samudrala Sr. It is produced by N. Trivikrama Rao under the NAT and Ramakrishna Cine Studios. The film stars N. T. Rama Rao, Uday Kumar and S. Varalakshmi, with music composed by T. V. Raju. N. T. Rama Rao portrayed the roles of both Krishna and Duryodhana in this movie. it also marked the Telugu debut for actress, K. R. Vijaya. The film was successful at the box office. Plot The film depicts the adolescent age of the Pandavas and Krishna and shows the events in the Mahabharata, focusing on the later chapters of Adi Parva and the first half of Sabha Parva. ACT I The opening shot of the movie shows Kunti praying for Lord Krishna's protection of the Pandavas. Lord Krishna consoles Kunti and promises to ever protect the Pandavas and guide them through troubles and problems that may occur in their life. The story of Sakuni The sons of Pandu a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sri Krishnarjuna Yuddhamu
''Sri Krishnarjuna Yuddhamu'' () is a 1963 Indian Telugu language, Telugu-language Hindu mythological film, produced and directed by K. V. Reddy under the Jayanthi Pictures banner.Naati 101 Chitralu, S. V. Rama Rao, Kinnera Publications, Hyderabad, 2006, pp: 193-4. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Akkineni Nageswara Rao and B. Saroja Devi, with music composed by Pendyala Nageswara Rao. The film was based on the Telugu theatre, Telugu play ''Gayopakhyanam'' written by Chilakamarti Lakshmi Narasimham in 1890. It was later dubbed into Kannada cinema, Kannada and into Tamil. Plot The film begins with Sage Narada, who gives the Parijatha flower to Lord Krishna, who in turn presents it to his consort Rukmini. This annoys Sathyabhama and Krishna tries to pacify her. Balarama decides to perform the marriage of Subhadra with Duryodhana despite objections from his wife, Revathi. Bowing to Subhadra's wish, Krishna performs her marriage with Arjuna without Balarama's knowledge. Meanwhile, the Gandh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gulebakavali Katha
''Gulebakavali Katha'' () is a 1962 Indian Telugu-language fantasy swashbuckler film directed by N. T. Rama Rao. The film was produced by N. Trivikrama Rao on National Art Theatres banner. It is based on the folk tale '' Gulebakavali'' from the folk tale collection '' Arabian Nights''. Rama Rao also stars alongside Jamuna and Nagarathna. The film focuses on a man's quest to search for the ''Gulebakavali'' flower, which he needs to cure the king's blindness. It was released on 5 January 1962, and became a commercial success. Plot King Chandrasena has two wives, Gunavathi and Rupavathi. Rupavathi has three sons. Rupavathi's brother Vakraketu has an eye on the king's throne. When Gunavathi gets pregnant with the blessings of the goddess Parvathi, Vakraketu and Rupavathi bribe the astrologer by saying that the King loses his eyesight if he sees the child and tries to murder the infant, but he is rescued and brought up by a shepherd couple and named Vijay. Once, King Chandrase ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seeta Rama Kalyanam (1960 Film)
''Sita Rama Kalyanam'' () is a 1961 Indian Telugu-language Hindu mythological film directed by N. T. Rama Rao in his directorial debut. It stars N. T. Rama Rao, Haranath, Geetanjali, B. Saroja Devi, Kanta Rao, Sobhan Babu. The film was produced by N. Trivikrama Rao on 'National Art Theatres' banner. The music composed by Gali Penchala Narasimha Rao. The film was a commercial success. It also won the Certificate of Merit for Best Feature Film in Telugu at the 8th National Film Awards. The film was dubbed into Tamil with the same title and was released on 3 February 1961. Plot The film begins with the demon king Ravana visiting Kailasa, the abode of Lord Siva, at an inopportune time. He is obstructed by the guardian deity Nandi who warns him against going in and disturbing Siva's privacy. A rift between them forces an enraged Nandi to curse Ravana that an army of monkeys would destroy him. In retaliation, Ravana decides to uproot Kailasa and uses all his strength to do so ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mithun Chakravorty
Mithun Chakraborty (born Gouranga Chakraborty; 16 June 1950) is an Indian actor, producer and politician who predominantly worked in Hindi and Bengali language films. He is a former Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament. He is the recipient of three National Film Awards and two Filmfare Awards for his acting performance. Chakraborty made his acting debut with the art house drama ''Mrigayaa'' (1976), for which he won his first National Film Award for Best Actor. Chakraborty played Jimmy in the 1982 film ''Disco Dancer'', which was commercially successful in India and the Soviet Union, the first film in India to gross Rs.100 crore. Besides ''Disco Dancer'', Chakraborty is also remembered for his performance in films such as ''Surakksha'', ''Sahhas'', ''Wardat'', '' Wanted'', ''Boxer'', ''Pyar Jhukta Nahin'', ''Pyari Behna'', ''Avinash'', '' Dance Dance'', '' Prem Pratigyaa'', ''Mujrim'', '' Agneepath'', ''Yugandhar'', '' The Don'', and ''Jallaad''. In 1991, he won the Filmfare Award for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
