HistoryShots by ThisDay

India's second Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri was born on 2nd October 1904. In today's episode, we take a closer look at the life of this man who was known for his honesty and his integrity. Voiced by Aditya W Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistorySh...

SD Burman is the very definition of 'great music'. In today's episode, we take a closer look at the life and legacy of this musical maestro. Voiced by Aditya W Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and herit...

Shaan has been one of the most recognizable voices of recent years in Bollywood. Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to know more about this musical genius. Voiced by Aditya W Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's...

Listen to the very inspiring journey of Anand Dhanakoti - who rose from hardships to make it to the pinnacle of performing arts! Voiced by Siddharth Tiwari Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and heritage...

Bhagat Singh's ultimate act of revolution - when he shot down Saunders! Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to listen to the story of that day in Indian history! Voiced by Siddharth Tiwari Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories...

While Shah Rukh Khan is often given the moniker of being the King of Romance in Bollywood, the 'real' King is indeed Yash Chopra, who redefined romance for generations to follow! Voiced by Mudita Agnihotri Sant Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots...

Dr Manmohan Singh was one of the finest Prime Ministers India has ever had. This episode of HistoryShots looks back at the political career of the erudite legend.  Voiced by Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  Ind...

S. P. Balasubrahmanyam is not just a name. He's an emotion! A man with a diverse portfolio of performances, this episode of HistoryShots looks back at the life and legacy of Balu. Voiced by Mudita Agnihotri Sant Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots...

The story of Madam Cama is of one of the bravest and the most inspiring women of the Indian independence movement. Join us in today's episode as we celebrate the life and legacy of this exceptional woman.  Voiced by Esha Jain Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe t...

Manvendra Singh Gohil is an icon, as he was the first Indian royal to come out as gay. Over the years, he has motivated millions across the country to drop their prejudices towards the LGBTQ community. In today's episode of HistoryShots, we listen to the story of this pride prince of India. Voiced by Dhriti Chopra Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check...

In today's episode of HistoryShots, we take a closer look at the life and legacy of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. Voiced by Dhriti Chopra Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and heritage - every day!

Swami Agnivesh dedicated his entire life to reforming the lives of the downtrodden and the oppressed, and stood for social justice and communal harmony. In this episode of HistoryShots, we take a closer look at the life and legacy of this monk! Voiced by Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the...

Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to listen to the story of Rajinder Puri - India's ace cartoonist and a legend when it comes to humor, irony, and sarcasm. Voiced by Dhriti Chopra Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  I...

Yuvraj Singh in September 2007 was a one-man army. Hitting Stuart Broad for 6 Sixes in an over was an incredible feat - something that is still remembered fondly today. Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to know the story behind this match. Voiced by: Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or o...

Operation Polo was a landmark moment in the history of the young nation. The Indian Army, just a year after India's freedom, launched Operation Polo to get Hyderabad to accede to India. Listen to the story of that moment in today's episode of HistoryShots. Voiced by: Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Sto...

MF Husain was one of a kind! Be it his work in art or films, Hussain was lauded by every industry he worked with. Let's take a closer look at his life in today's episode of HistoryShots. Voiced by: Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots...

When it comes to Carnatic music, there's perhaps no one who holds a stature as eminent and as respected as MS Subbulakshmi. Listen to today's episode of HistoryShots to know the story of this incredible singer. Voiced by: Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to su...

Doordarshan started off on 15 September 1959. Listen to this episode of HistoryShots to know the story of 'Desh Ka Apna Channel' Voiced by: Priyanka M. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich history and heritage - ev...

Ram Jethmalani was among the sharpest legal minds India has ever seen. Take a closer look at the life and career of this legend of the law on today's episode of HistoryShots Voiced by: Priyanka M. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories...

On 13th of September, 1997, Mother Teresa's funeral took place. Tune in to this episode of HistoryShots to listen to the story of this gloomy day. Voiced by: Aditya Worah Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to HistoryShots to get stories from  India's rich histor...

The battle of Saragarhi is a tale that has been told from generation to generation as a story of immense sacrifice and bravery. Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to listen to this epic tale.  Voiced by: Priyanka M. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  or on the iOS app store .  Make sure to subscribe to...

A giant of the Modern age of Hindi literature, Mahadevi Verma was often called the 'Modern Day Meera'. Her work in social upliftment and development was also quite inspiring. Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to know more about Mahadevi Verma. Voiced by: Priyanka M. Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on the Google Play Store  o...

Known for making movies that are grounded in reality, Anurag Kashyap's style of filmmaking is often seen as 'Dark'. This director cum actor cum writer has always been loved by his fans and critics alike! Tune in to today's episode of HistoryShots to listen to his story. Voiced by: Siddharth Tiwari Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on t...

Akshay Kumar, the Khiladi of Bollywood, is among the biggest superstars of Hindi Cinema. A man known for releasing film after film in rapid succession, Akshay started off as an action hero but quickly found a place for himself in comedy. His nationalistic films have also been appreciated widely by the audiences. Voiced by: Dhriti Chopra Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like th...

Bhupen Hazarika, was a man who wore many hats. A singer, lyricist, musician, as well as an actor, editor and a filmmaker. Later in life, he was also a politician and a social leader. On his birth anniversary, we take a look at the life and times of the Bard of Brahmaputra. Voiced by:  Dhriti Chopra Do check out thisday.app for more interesting stories like these! You can also check out our app on...