Bollywood Roots

Amitabh Bachchan is the true definition of a megastar who personified the 'angry young man' image of 1970s and is the most enduring icons of India's entertainment industry. Here's a look at his Bollywood journey on his 71st birthday.

From the bylanes of Ballimaran to the dizzying heights of Bollywood, the life and times of legendary actor Pran. Star of over 350 films, Pran played good guys and villains with equal ease. He died in Mumbai at 93 on July 12 after a long illness.

From Shakespearewallah to Deewar, from Bombay Talkies to Namak Halaal, Shashi Kapoor wore many hats through his illustrious career - matinee idol, art-house actor, theatre revivalist, producer, director and India's first international star. On his 75th birthday, a flashback through his incredible life and career.

Javed Akhtar reveals that his father Jan Nisar Akhtar had the personality of a shayar and would look at the romantic side of life.

With no formal training in music Salil Chowdhary composed hit songs like koi hota jisko apna and tasveer teri dil mein. Director Hrishikesh Mukherjee charmed audiences with hit movies like Chupke Chupke, Anupama, Anand, Abhimaan, Guddi, Gol Maal, Aashirwad, Bawarchi and Namak Haraam.

Inspired by Rabindra sangeet and Bengali folk music, singer and music composer Hemant Kumar's contribution to Indian cinema remains unparalled.

India's golden voice that has won many hearts through her melodious numbers, Asha Bhosle exudes an enthusiasm that has kept her in-sync with generations through the ages. As the singer turns 79, here is a look at her playback journey that spans over six decades.

He belongs to a famous film dynasty and he's handed his legacy on to his son Ranbir. Rishi Kapoor speaks to NDTV about being part of the Kapoor clan and still making movies. And you voted for your favourite 10 Rishi songs. All right here.

In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Heroine Kareena Kapoor had a rather humorous take when asked about her wedding plans. The actress also talked about her upcoming Madhur Bhandarkar film Heroine, which is all set to release on September 21.

You voted for your favourite 10 Salman Khan songs in a poll conducted by NDTV. At the top of the list is Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai from the 1994 film, Hum Aapke Hain Kaun.