RSTV brings to you an intriguing biopic of the renowned actor Meena Kumari. For the first time in the history of Indian television, RSTV uncovers the stories and anecdotes buried with time, giving voice to the words that were once unheard, separating the myths from the truth while bringing out the mysterious life of Meena Kumari. Meena Kumari was the most prominent actress of Bollywood in the 60s. A poet, a singer, a writer, all blended into one, she left an indelible mark in the world of cinema, even while she underwent great personal setbacks and losses. Her painful life story affected her deeply which also showed up in her professional career. Know more about the life of ‘Tragedy Queen’ Meena Kumari in this edition of Virasat.
Anchor: Rajesh Badal
Amitabh Bachchan born 11 October 1942, is an Indian film actor, film producer, television host and former politician. He first gained popularity in the early 1970s for films such as Zanjeer, Deewaar and Sholay, and was dubbed India’s “angry young man” for his on-screen roles in Bollywood. Referred to as the Shahenshah of Bollywood, Sadi ka Mahanayak, Star of the Millennium, or Big B, he has since appeared in over 190 Indian films in a career spanning almost five decades. Bachchan is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential actors in the history of Indian cinema as well as world cinema. So total was his dominance on the Indian movie scene in the 1970s and 1980s that the French director François Truffaut called him a “one-man industry”
Meena Kumari, who was given the moniker ‘Tragedy Queen’, left an indelible mark in the world of cinema with her unparalleled acting, and outside it by living a life with enviable élan. Watch her life story in this edition of Virasat. Anchor: Rajesh Badal
‘Sur Samrat’ – An exclusive series in two part by RSTV chronicles the outstanding life of the first superstar of Hindi film industry Kundan Lal Saigal. Kundan Lal Saigal was a singer, and actor in the early days of the Indian cinema. As a young man K L Saigal had several occupations. After he dropped out of school, he worked for a while as a railway timekeeper. Later he worked as a typewriter salesman this later occupation gave him the opportunity to travel widely in India. Watch the first episode of Sur Samrat series where we unravel and explore more about K L Saigal, his life, his popularity around the world. Anchor: Rajesh Badal
#RamdhariSinghDinkar donned many hats in his glorious life – prominent poet & essayist of his times, a nationalist, an academic, critic, among others. His contribution to Indian Independence Movement by way of composing inspiring patriotic poetry has given him the title of a ‘Rashtrakavi’ or National poet. In various ‘Kavi sammelans’ even today, he his fondly remembered as the doyen of nationalistic & rebellion spirit. A former nominated member of Rajya Sabha, Ramdhari Singh ‘Dinkar’ won a number of awards & facilitations for his mammoth contribution which includes Padma Bhushan, the prestigious Jnanpith Award and Sahitya Akademi Award. He has left a literary treasure trove for the future generations to revel in and appreciate his fascinating work. Get to know more about his inspiring life journey in this edition of Virasat. Anchor: Rajesh Badal
Rajya Sabha TV brings to you ‘Virasat’, a series which explores the life and times of distinguished artistes from various fields. In the first episode of this series, watch a biopic on the legendary actor and choreographer, Zohra Sehgal.
Anchor: Rajesh Badal
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