Actor Asrani, who cemented a special place in the hearts of audiences through his portrayal of the eccentric jailer in Sholay and best known for his comic roles, passed away in a hospital in Mumbai on 20th October 2025. He was 84 years old. His full name is Govardhan Asrani, known popularly by mononym Asrani. […]
Tag: Films
THE DEVILS (1971)
The Devils (1971) is one of the, most controversial films, yet it is still a classic, also a political thriller, discussing the problems of Church and State. Causing an almost immediate sensation upon its release, The Devils has been widely banned across the globe. The late film director Ken Russell was the embodiment of outrageous cinema. Fifty three […]
GENERATION “Z”
Simply speaking, these are the people born between 1996-2010. Their identity is digital age, climate anxiety and Covid19. This is the generation that comes after the Millennials. The next generation is Generation Alpha. The first Gen Zers were born when the internet has achieved widespread use. Hence these people are called ‘Digital Natives’. This is […]
Il Postino: The Postman
I am no hero or heroine or director fan. I am a fan of good films. I appreciate any good film in any language. Is this movie Charming or romantic or unique or tragic or beautifully acted or sweet spirited or moving or uplifting or funny? I would say it is the combination of all. […]
Memories of Sir Alfred Hitchcock – 7 seasons, 400 Episodes and 220 Hours Later
“Alfred Hitchcock Presents” is an American television anthology series hosted and executive produced by Alfred Hitchcock, which aired on CBS and NBC between 1955 and 1965. It featured dramas, thrillers, and mysteries. Alfred Hitchcock is a wonderful storyteller and there are a lot of interesting plots and surprising twists. It’s also nice to see so […]
