Bollywood Talks

In this episode, we discuss one of the most successful films from the 1970s – Jaani Dushman. Unique thing about this film was that at a time when it was very difficult to rope in 2 actors to appear together in a film, makers of this film were able to sign 9 top hit actors at the time. Director Raj Kumar Kohli made another film with the same name in the year 2002. Jani Dushman from 1970 remains a c...

In this episode of Bollywood Talks, we will remember one of the most feared on-screen villain Ajit. This is a tribute to this late actor on his birth anniversary on January 27th. Ajit acted in over 200 films during his career. He specialized in playing stylish,  westernized, negative characters and  villains. He had a unique nasal growl and is known for bringing memorable catchphrases on screen. O...

Bollywood film industry is a glamourous industry that there are hundreds of thousands who envision themselves of being part of it. Everyone wants to see themselves on the big shining silver screen. Some lucky ones do fulfill their dreams but many many thousands and Lakhs fade away. Some make a splash with their debut films and show lot of promise. But some just turn out to be a one hit wonder and...

Welcome to Bollywood Talks. I'm your host Avtar Terry Rakhra. This is where we talk about everything Bollywood. We talk about actors, singers, film producers, filmmakers, music directors and whoever is associated with the biggest film industry in the world, Bollywood. In this episode we will discuss Bollywood actor and international movie actor Kabir Bedi. Kabir Bedi turned 78 years old recent...

I'm your host Avtar (Terry) Rakhra. This is where we talk about Bollywood celebrities. In this episode we will discuss several Bollywood actors who at some point in their career turned down roles for some reasons. But these films turned out to be highly successful. Do you think these actors are regretting their decisions for not doing those films? Perhaps they are or perhaps not. Some of these...

I'm your host Avtar (Terry) Rakhra. This is where we talk about Bollywood celebrities. In this episode we will discuss one of the most hated villains of Bollywood film industry - RANJEET. He established himself as a leading villain in the seventies and early eighties. I'll discuss some interesting facts about this actor as how his family despised him playing negative roles and how they act...

In this episode of Bollywood talks we're talking about actress and dancer from the 1980s and 1990s - Kimi Katkar. Super hit song Jumma Chumma De De from film Hum was picturized on Bollywood actress Kimi Katkar. People liked her acting and her songs a lot in this film. At the top her career, Kimi Katkar ruled hearts of millions of people. Kimi Katkar is included in the list of actresses who hav...

We will discuss late actor Amrish Puri in this episode of Bollywood Talks. No one knows when & whose fortunes will rise and whose fortunes will sink in the film industry. Today we are talking about one such actor who got a chance to work in the film after half of the film was shot. But that one role changed his entire life. No one could understand when the man who once sold insurance on street...

I’m your host Avtar (Terry) Rakhra. In this episode I’ll talk about Big B of Bollywood – Amitabh Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan  is an Indian actor, film producer, television host, occasional playback singer and former politician. In a film career spanning over 5 decades, he has starred in more than 200 films. Big B has worked as a playback singer, film producer, and television presenter. He has hoste...

Late actor Rishi Kapoor is known for his numerous hit films. He won millions of hearts of his fans with his subtle acting and witty charm. He was also known for his outspoken views and opinions. He was a short tempered but a lovable teddy bear who always forgave and forgot. Rishi Kapoor was known for his unfiltered opinions and for speaking his mind. Few years ago, Rishi Kapoor wrote about his fat...

Manisha Koirala is one of India's leading film actors. She was born into a prominent royal Koirala family in Nepal. Manisha made her Bollywood debut with film named Saudagar in 1991, before going on to establish herself as one of the leading actresses with films such as 1942: A Love Story, Akele Hum Akele Tum, Bombay, Khamoshi: The Musical, Dil Se, Mann, Lajja, Company and many others. Manisha...

In this episode, I’ll talk about one of the most beautiful actress in Bollywood, Juhi Chawla. She turned 56 years old on November 13th and as a tribute to her successful career, I’ll discuss her work in this episode. Juhi Chawla is considered as one of the most popular & prolific actresses of Bollywood. She was named as Top Bollywood Actresses by India today. She appeared in Box Office India’s...

I’m your host Avtar (Terry) Rakhra. In this episode, I’ll talk about one of the most prominent and versatile actors, Pradeep Kumar. He was very much loved and famous actor known for his portrayal of Kings and emperors' roles on the big screen in Hindi cinema.  From 1950s to 1960s, there was no other actor of his caliber who could portray royal emperor roles as convincingly than him. His charm...

I'm your host Terry Rakhra. In this episode, I’ll talk about one of the most prominent and versatile actors, late Shafi Inamdar. He was a stage actor who not only worked in Bollywood films but he gained fame through his TV serials. He was known for his methodical style of acting and his dialogue delivery style. He passed away at young age of 51. In this episode, I’ll discuss his work as an act...

In this episode of Bollywood Talks, we’re discussing the success of earlier Kapoor generation such as Prithvi Raj Kapoor and then his sons Raj Kapoor, Shammi Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor. But what exactly was the reason for failure of their next generation? Kapoor family is one of the most successful family in Bollywood. But actors Randhir Kapoor and Rajeev Kapoor from the same family did not get as m...

I’m your host Avtar(Terry) Rakhra. Thank you for liking and appreciating my shows. In thisepisode, I’ll talk about one of the most prominent actress of her time Pooja Bhatt and her relationship with actor Emraan Hashmi. He’s also known as the smooching king of Bollywood as he is often seen kissing his leading ladies in films. In this episode, I’ll discuss their relationship. Are th e y related as...

In this episode, I’ll talk about one of the most prominent singer but flopped actor Shailendra Singh. Shailendra Singh is a legendary Indian playback singer who sang several popular Hindi songs during the late seventies and the early eighties. He was born on 4th of October in 1952 in Mumbai, India in a Punjabi family. He had many hit songs to his credit. The renowned film maker Raj Kapoor gave Sha...

Thanks once again for tuning into Bollywood Talks radio and podcasts. I’m your host Avtar (Terry) Rakhra. In this episode, I’ll talk about one of the most prominent actor, writer,  producer and director in Bollywood film industry – DEV ANAND. Dev Anand’s career spanned over 6 decades. Legendary actor Dev Anand's fans celebrate his 100th birth anniversary on September 26th. The actor was among...

Welcome to my weekly Bollywood Talks radio and podcast. I’m your host Terry Rakhra. In this episode I’ll talk about actress Meenakshi Seshadri. She was one of the top actresses of her era. She’s happily married now but there was time when she was linked romantically with prominent singer of his time Kumar Sanu. In this episode, I’ll discuss the reality of their relationship. If you want to hear ou...

Welcome to my weekly Bollywood Talks radio and podcast. I’m your host Terry Rakhra. In this episode I’ll talk about actress Asha Sachdev. Asha Sachdev is an Indian actress known for her roles as a supporting actress in Bollywood films of the 1970s and 1980s. She acted in a few early films as a lead actress as well, including the hit spy film Agent Vinod and the thriller film Woh Main Nahin. She di...

Welcome to Bollywood Talks. I'm your host Terry Rakhra. In this episode, I'll discuss the love life of late actor Raj Kumar. This one time police inspector in real life ventured into acting and became one of the most prominent actors of Indian cinema. And in this episode, we'll talk about his love for 2 actresses. He confessed his love and proposed for marriage to one of them and got r...

Welcome to my weekly Bollywood Talks radio and podcast. I’m your host Terry Rakhra. **Bollywood Talks recently was selected by Feedspost as TOP 10 MUMBAI PODCASTS on the web** In this episode I’ll talk about actress Saira Banu who was one of the most prominent actresses of Bollywood cinema in 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. In her film career in Indian cinema spanning almost 4 decades, she appeared in app...

The three Khans-Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan have ruled Bollywood for decades and they enjoy a massive fan following. Fans of these three Khans are usually seen eagerly waiting to see them in action. One of the Khans among these 3 is superstar Salman Khan. He has done generas of films and his fans throng cinema halls for weeks after his film is released. But do you know that there ar...

Welcome to my weekly Bollywood Talks radio and podcast. I’m your host Terry Rakhra. In this episode I’ll talk about actress Nutan, who was one of the most prominent actresses of Bollywood cinema in 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. In her illustrious career in Indian cinema spanning 4 decades, she appeared in more than 70 films. She was recipient of 5 Filmfare Best Actress awards. Nutan was undoubtedly the...

In this episode I’ll talk about actress Bipasha Basu who revelead few days ago that her young daughter was born with 2 holes in her heart. Bipasha Basu is an Indian model turned actress who is primarily known for her work in Bollywood’s Hindi films. She has also appeared in Tamil, Telugu, Bengali and English films. Bipasha is the recipient of numerous awards, including one Filmfare Award. She’s kn...