Kishore Kumar

From discovering Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar to mentoring Naushad Sa'ab, Manna Dey and Mohammed Rafi, the prodigiously talented Hindi music director Khemchand Prakash left behind an enduring legacy.

It was particularly hard on Dev Anand, against whom the government set up multiple hurdles during the shooting of Des Pardes. But he was fearless.

Although he was a reluctant actor, Kumar worked hard on his craft (even though this didn't necessarily reflect on screen) and came to be widely regarded as the pioneer of 'method' or natural acting in the film industry.

On Dev Anand's 94th birth anniversary, we celebrate the evergreen legend's cinematic journey with eight little-known stories from his life.

For three years the couple struggled before realising that they need to learn more.

Apart from donning many hats in his successful career, Kishore Kumar lived an enigmatic life. Here are some fascinating story snippets from the eventful life of the legendary actor-singer.

Actor, singer, director and producer, the inimitable Mehmood was Bollywood’s best-known comedian. On his 84th birth anniversary, here is the little known story of the legend who took comedy in India to another level.

Nalin Rai celebrates World Laughter Day by recalling the iconic individuals, movies and television serials in Hindi which took comedy to new levels along the ages. From Kishore Kumar's unique style to Jaane Bhi Do yaar's amazing storyline, here are seven icons of Bollywood who never fail to make us laugh.