Rajesh Khanna Rejected Aradhana, Sharmila Tagore Left Shoot
Director's son Ashim Samanta reveals Rajesh Khanna almost turned down Aradhana, calling it heroine-oriented, and Sharmila Tagore's last-minute exit for Satyajit Ray's film.
Director's son Ashim Samanta reveals Rajesh Khanna almost turned down Aradhana, calling it heroine-oriented, and Sharmila Tagore's last-minute exit for Satyajit Ray's film.
Odisha's science department signs MoU with Kolkata's BITM for major upgradation of Bhubaneswar's Pathani Samanta planetarium to boost astronomy education.
Ashim Samanta reveals Sharmila Tagore wanted a bikini, Shammi Kapoor's helicopter fear, and his father's iconic direction in the classic film 'An Evening in Paris'.
Shakti Samanta's son reveals Sharmila Tagore wanted to wear a bikini for the iconic song, while Shammi Kapoor overcame vertigo for his helicopter entry.
On his father's 100th birth anniversary, Ashim Samanta recalls Shakti Samanta's versatile filmmaking and expresses that the legendary director deserved the Padma Shri award.
The film industry marks 100 years of Shakti Samanta, celebrating his iconic contributions to Indian cinema with timeless classics and a lasting impact on Bollywood.
Ashim Samanta recalls RD Burman's witty response when accused of copying his father SD Burman's music in Amar Prem, revealing the composer's unique perspective on legacy.
On his birth centenary, we remember Shakti Samanta, the visionary filmmaker who gave us timeless classics like 'Aradhana' and 'Amar Prem'.
Director Shakti Samanta's son recalls how the censor board trimmed a romantic moment in the 1958 film, calling it 'very sexy', and shares stories of Madhubala and Ashok Kumar's generosity.
Anna Science CentreāPlanetarium in Trichy invites children for a special sky observation program this Saturday evening. Witness planets through telescopes, weather permitting. Don't miss this stellar experience!
Guwahati Planetarium announces a special sky-watching event from Jan 9-12. Witness Jupiter at its closest and brightest, along with Saturn's rings. Join the live viewing sessions!
Discover the untold story of why Shakti Samanta dropped Rajesh Khanna's double role in the iconic film Aradhana. Learn how this decision changed Bollywood history. Read more!
Guwahati Planetarium attracts 1.5 lakh visitors in 2024, with 60-70% students. A 30% rise in young visitors driven by skywatching, VR, and a new 15D theatre. Explore Assam's cosmic hub!
The MP Birla Memorial Award function in Kolkata was cancelled after the awardee, astrophysicist Yashwant Gupta, couldn't reach due to a cancelled flight. The event, held after six years, is now postponed. Read details.
A high-tech mobile digital planetarium is revolutionizing science learning for rural children in Karnataka through immersive projections and interactive sessions. Discover how the cosmos is rolling into classrooms.
Kolkata's MP Birla Planetarium eyes over 3.5 lakh winter visitors to offset monsoon losses and continue post-Covid recovery. Hindi shows remain most popular. Read more.
Retired Calcutta High Court judge Justice Rabindranath Samanta appointed as West Bengal's Lokayukta. He will probe corruption complaints against public functionaries. Details inside.
Retired Justice Rabindranath Samanta is the new Lokayukta of West Bengal. The appointment was finalized in a committee meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Read the full story for details.
Andhra Pradesh's capital Amaravati launches projects worth Rs 56,000 crore, including a Finance City, a grand Venkateswara temple, and a world-class planetarium, shaping its nine-themed future.
Explore Samanta Schweblin's masterful anthology Seven Empty Houses where domestic spaces transform into psychological landscapes. Discover why this collection captivates readers with rich ambiguity.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah launches 3 digital mobile planetariums to boost STEM education across the state. Initiative aims to reach 1.5 lakh students annually with immersive learning.
SPN College students organized a planetarium programme for 250+ schoolchildren in Jalandhar, featuring astronomy sessions and telescope observations to spark scientific curiosity.
Bengaluru's Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium livestreams ISRO's historic GSAT-11 launch, India's heaviest communication satellite, inspiring young minds with real-space action.