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Dadasaheb Phalke’s grandson reveals no producer was interested in biopic until Rajkumar Hirani came on board: ‘I’m sure Aamir Khan will do justice to my grandfather’s ...

While Dadasaheb Phalke’s contributions to Indian cinema are revered today, the story of how he made India’s first feature film, Raja Harishchandra (1913), nearly went untold on the big screen.
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‘Geejaga Hakki’ From Coke Studio Is Inspired By Tales Of King Harishchandra

MUMBAI, (IANS) – The recently released song ‘Geejaga Hakki’ from Coke Studio Bharat, which centers around the themes of truth and justice, draws inspiration from various retellings of Raja ...
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When Durgabai Kamat made history as Indian Cinema’s first heroine

Before Durgabai Kamat stepped into films, no Indian women appeared on screen. Acting in cinema was seen as taboo and morally questionable for women. All female characters in Raja Harishchandra (1913), ...
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'Dadasaheb Phalke almost lost his eyesight for cinema, was unhappy with film industry's malpractices,' recalls grandnephew Chandrashekhar Pusalkar - Exclusive

On the 81st Memorial Day (February 16) of Dadasaheb Phalke, his grandnephew Chandrashekhar Pusalkar paid tribute to the pioneer of Indian cinema, recalling his struggles and contributions. Speaking to ...