History of Medicine - Duchenne de Boulogne

The history of science fascinates me for many reasons. The most signficant being that it is a brazen example of the cumulative efforts of men and women separated by time & space but united through their ideas. Perhaps it is best described by the saying Isaac Newton popularised; "to be standing on the shoulders of giants". Today, I would like to briefly look at the history of neurology and see how (and why) many eponymous diseases and signs have obtained their names.

Duchenne de Boulogne

We start with Duchenne de Boulogne, a French neurologist in the 1800s, whose understanding of electrophysiology, neural pathways, diagnostic techniques have arguably made him a father of the speciality and one of the 19th century's original clinicians.

Born in Calais in 1805, he studied medicine in Paris and became a physician in 1831. At Paris, he was taught by the likes of Cruveilhier, Dupuytren, Velpeau, and Laennec (inventor of the stethoscope). He remained in Calais as a practitioner of general medicine until his wife died of puerperal fever in 1844. He returned to Paris to initiate his pioneering studies on electrical stimulation of muscles.

He pioneered the use of deep tissue biopsy using a trochar he constructed, and described an array of myopathies that bear his name today. This includes Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, Erb-Duchenne palsy amongst others.

Interestingly, he published a monographic album of the muscles involved in human expressions (see adjacent photo). This album would later serve as a resource for a young Charles Darwin in his own study on the genetics of behaviour.

Duchenne (right) and his patient, an "old toothless man, with a thin face, whose features, without being absolutely ugly, approached ordinary triviality".

Over the course of his career, he worked with Armand Trousseau, Pierre Rayer, and Jean-Martin Charcot - all of whom he described as his closest friends. Duchenne was a shy yet hard-working physician. Despite his contributions, he was never given any hospital appointments or academic chair, likely due to his modesty and speech difficulties when presenting at conferences. Most of his work would not have been published without the help of his friends, Trousseau and Charcot.

Duchenne died in Paris in 1875.

Duchenne had many students throughout his career passing down his methodology and theoretical knowledge, as was common for physicians in training the next generation. Perhaps his most famous student was Jean-Martin Charcot, the "founder of modern neurology" who has at least 15 eponymous medical diseases and signs named after him, and perhaps the bane of medical students worldwide. He will be covered in detail next time.

References:
1. Parent A. Duchenne De Boulogne: a pioneer in neurology and medical photography. Canadian journal of neurological sciences. 2005 Aug;32(3):369-77.
2. Broussolle E, Poirier J, Clarac F, Barbara JG. Figures and institutions of the neurological sciences in Paris from 1800 to 1950. Part III: neurology. Revue neurologique. 2012 Apr 1;168(4):301-20.

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Phool Aur Kaante 1991

Jigar 1992

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Being the son of a master action director, it was only obvious that Ajay would excel in action, but he surprised the industry and audiences alike with his superb comic performance in Inder Kumaræs Ishq and his emotionally moving performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansaliæs Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, exhibiting a range that was truly rare. By then Ajay had proven that there was no genre of cinema which was alien to him and he continued to excel in each of his roles. His stellar performance in Mahesh Bhattæs Zakhm fetched him his first ever National Award. His subtle yet hard-hitting performance in Company made him a Ram Gopal Varma favorite. Ajay later worked with Ramu on Bhoot.

His first attempt at non-commercial cinema earned him rave reviews for his performance opposite Aishwarya Rai in Rituparno Ghoshæs Raincoat. In his personal life, he married leading actress Kajol on 24th February 1999. The couple has two children, a daughter, Nysa Devgan, and a son, Yug Devgan. Contrary to his on-screen image, Ajay is a rather quiet personality but yet a master prankster on the sets of his films.

The last two years have seen Ajay grow in stature. In 2009, he had some lovely films on hand, like Vipul Shahæs London Dreams, which had shades of æAmadeusæ and the laugh riot All The Best. The year 2012 has turned out even better for Ajay with releases like Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge, Rajneeti, Once Upon A Time in Mumbai and Aakrosh. And in Diwali, he had seen in a comic caper, Rohit Shettyæs Golmaal 3. The best is definitely yet to come for this actor. The last two years have seen Ajay grow in stature.

Ajay Devgan

In December 2010, he starred along with wifey Kajol in India’s first live action animation, Toonpur ka Superr Hero. His first release in 2011 was Madhur Bhandarkaræs widely promoted, Dil Toh Bachcha Hai Ji, in which he’s paired with Shazahn Padamsee. Bhandarkar’s first foray into comedy also features Emraan Hashmi, Omi Vaidya, and Shruti Haasan.

Subsequently, he was the narrator in Yamla Pagla Deewana and did a cameo role in the Salman Khan-starred Ready. Devgan’s film Singham proved to be a milestone for him. The film grossed 100 crores net in India, making it the 7th film to do so. Devgn’s film Rascals released in December 2011. He paired up with Sanjay Dutt, in this film directed by the King of Comedy, David Dhawan. In the year 2012, his first release has been the multi-starrer thriller Tezz, which was helmed by Priyadarshan. He was last seen in the Rohit Shetty film æBol Bachchan’ which has done exceedingly well at the box office. His Diwali release Son Of Sardaar, directed by Ashwni Dhir and also starring Sonakshi Sinha, Sanjay Dutt, and Juhi Chawla, opened to huge numbers at the box-office and will surely turn out to be a big blockbuster.

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Son of Veeru Devgan and Veena Devgan. Cousin of Anil Devgan. Son-in-law of Bollywood actress Tanuja Mukherjee.

Won National Award for Cinema twice.

In August, 2009, he changed the spelling of his last name from Devgan to Devgn at the request of his family.

Has two children with wife Kajol: Daughter Nysa, born in April, 2003, and son Yug, born in September, 2010.

Hindi megastar.

Incorrectly credited as Master Chotu in Pyari Behhna on several websites. Master Chotu was a child artiste who previously worked in the film Disco Dancer.

Starred in the shelved film, Abhishek Films " Girvee" (1992) Starring Ajay Devgan,Pooja Bhatt, Avtar Gill, Javed Khan, Sadashiv Amrapurkar,Music by Nadeem Shravan, Produced by Arun.S.Thakur Directed by Mahesh Bhatt .

His film " Singer" remains completed and unreleased due to problems with the producers Samir and Hanif. They were implicated in the Mumbai Bomb Blasts of 1993. All there films were either shelved or endlessly delayed ( Sanam) after their legal problems. Magnum Films "Singer"(1993) Starring Ajay Devgan, Shilpa Shirodkar,Nagma,Pankaj Berry, Anand Balraj, Music by Nadeem Shravan,Directed by Sunil Agnihothri.

In October 1999, Ajay Devgan signed F.K.International's "Qurbaan Tujh Pe Mere Jaan" co starring Aishwarya Rai and Fardeen Khan and to be produced and directed by Feroz Khan. It was a love story set against the back drop of the film industry. The film was announced but then dropped. There was earlier a C grade film being made with a similar title. The shelved movie Star International's "Qurban Meri Jaan"(1988) Starring Javed Khan,Sahila Chadha, Music by N.Pandey, Directed by S. Azhar.

Often mistaken as director Anil Devgan's real brother. Veeru Devgan and Anil Devgan's father were brother's.

Sister named Neelam. She has a son named Aman.

Sister named Kavita.

Brother in law name is Kiran Gandhi ( Married to sister Neelam).

Starred in Umesh Mehra shelved film " Zinda Dil" co starring Urmila Matondkar.

Was producing a film titled " Baraf" Starring Manoj Bajpayee and Sushmita Sen,directed by Vishal Bharadwaj. Decided to shelve the film due to undisclosed reasons. This was in 2000.

Starred in the shelved movie Siddhivinayak Movies, "Chhalia"(1997) Starring Ajay Devgan,Tabu,Sadashiv Amrapurkar,Johny Lever,Sujit Kumar , Music by Shyam-Surender,Directed by Abbas Mustan. Reels:9.

Starred in Aparna Sen's shelved film " Gulel" Starring Ajay Devgan,Konkana Sen Sharma (Replaced Kareena Kapoor), Saif Ali Khan,Sushmita Sen (Replaced Bipasha Basu), Urmila in a special appearance .This was in 2008. There was a story going around that Ranbir Kapoor and Farhan Akhtar had replaced Ajay and Saif in 2009.

Starred in Kuku Kohli's shelved film " Asar - The Impact. Co starring Dilip Kumar and Priyanka Chopra. This was in 2004.

Starred in Saurabh Sinha directed shelved movie "Sargna". Co starring Bhoomika Chawla and Dino Morea. This was in 2007.

Cousin of producer Ashu Devgan. Ashu was producing a film titled " Ek Hum Ek Tum" starring Carran Kapur. The film got shelved in 2006.

Starred in the shelved movie, Kumar Arts International's Untitled Movie Starring Ajajy Devgan, Manish Koirala,Amrish Puri, Music Anu Malik, Dircted by Kuku Kohli. Reels:2.

Starred in the shelved movie,M.B.M Films "Singer"(1993)Starring Ajay Devgan(Double Role),Shilpa Shirodkar,Nagma,Pankaj Berry,Anand Balraaj,Rami Reddy, Kader Khan, Music by Nadeem -Shravan,Directed by Sunil Agnihotri, Reels:15. It was going to be a remake of Disney TV show Double Switch.

Starred in Suraj Prakash's shelved movie starring Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgan, Karishma Kapoor. Directed by Raj Kanwar. This was in 2001.

Starred in Rajkumar Santoshi's shelved film "Prithviraj Samyukta". The film was based on warrior Prithviraj Chauhan. The film starred Ajay Devgan and Aishwarya Rai. The film got shelved due to Sunny Deol attempting to make a film on the same subject.

Starred in Kaarma Film International's untitled film. Co starring a new lead couple from Pakistan and Aditya Pancholi. Music by Himesh Reshamiya, Produced by Ashok Khemka, Directed by Satish Kaushik.This was in 2004.

In 2005, Anees Bazmee was scripting a love story to star Ajay Devgan and Celina Jaitley. He decided to shelve the film.

Starred in the shelved film "Yudh Shakti" (1993). Starring Ajay Devgan, Divya Bharti.

Starred in the shelved film Prince & Prince Combines "Kala Paani" (1993). Starring Ajay Devgan, Karishma Kapoor (Replaced Divya Bharti due to a problem with the producer) and, Sunil Shetty. Produced by Deepak Duggal, Directed by Mahesh Bhatt.(Later Anees Bazmee was signed).

Starred in NN Sippy shelved untitled film.(1995). Starring Rishi Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Ajay Devgan.

Starred in the shelved film "Humne Tumko Dekha". (1994). Starring Madhuri Dixit, Ajay Devgan, Atul Agnihotri, Anjali Jathar Produced by Saroj Khan, Directed by Raju Khan.

Starred in the shelved film Pyaar Bhari Waadiyan (1992). The film was to be directed by Nazir Herekar. Starring Shammi Kapoor,Asha Parekh, Ajay Devgan, Masooma. Nazir was going to launch his daughter Masooma Herekar in the film. Masooma was also signed to act in her father's film Dhuan Hi Dhuan opposite Siddharth (Later replaced by Shahbaz Khan). But Pyar Bhari Waadiyan was shelved when Masooma committed suicide with boyfriend Pravin D'Cunha. It was a double suicide due to slashing of the wrist, at a hotel. Masooma did not want to become a actress and wanted to settle down. Nazir Herekar opposed the idea and wanted her to become a actress.

Starred in the shelved movie Kumar Arts International's "Production No.1" (1995) Starring Ajay Devgan, Manisha Koirala,Amrish Puri, Directed by Kuku Kohli.

Directed Bobby Deol and Twinkle Khanna for their first ever video test in 1991.

In college Bobby Deol starred in a video film directed by both Ajay Devgan and Vikram Bhatt. The film had songs, action etc and was shot in Khandala. Fellow college school mate Lubna Siddique starred opposite him. The other video movie made starred Atul Agnihothri.

His father Veeru Devgn acted with Amitabh Bachchan in Mr. Natwarlal.

In October 1991, Mukesh Bhatt launched a film titled Chahat starring Rahul Roy, to be directed by Mahesh Bhatt. After Pyar Ka Saaya flopped, Mahesh replaced Rahul with Ajay Devgan. This film is not to be confused with the film Chaahat that Shah Rukh Khan starred in 1996. "Chahat"(1991/1992) Starred Sanjay Dutt, Pooja Bhatt, Ajay Devgan, Anupam Kher Avtar Gill, Paresh Rawal.

Starred in the shelved film "Kalyug" (1993) .Starring Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgan,Pooja Bhatt, Lisa Ray(Replaced Manisha Koirala) Mink Singh(Replaced Raveena Tandon). Ajay Devgan dropped out and Atul Agnihotri was signed. Then Lisa and Mink also were dropped from the film. Finally Sanjay Dutt exited the film and Mithun replaced him. The film was then titled and made as"Naaraz" in 1994.

Starred in the shelved film Pyaar Bhari Waadiyan (1992). The film was to be directed by Nazir Herekar. Starring Shammi Kapoor, Asha Parekh, Ajay Devgan, Masooma Herekar. Nazir was going to launch his step daughter Masooma Herekar in the film. Masooma was also signed to act in her father's film Dhuan Hi Dhuan opposite Siddharth (Later replaced by Shahbaz Khan). But Pyar Bhari Waadiyan was shelved when Masooma ended her life with boyfriend Pravin D'Cunha. It was a death due to slashing of the wrist, at a hotel. Masooma did not want to become a actress and wanted to settle down. Nazir Herekar opposed the idea and wanted her to become a actress. He later denied the story saying she passed away in a accident.

Was engaged to director Mohan Kumar's daughter Simrin Nainaney in 1990. Her brothers are actor producer Rohit Kumar and Gautam Kumar.

Learnt Urdu from Baby Guddu's father M.M .Baig. this was prior to Ajay entering films.

Father Veeru Devgan received several offers for Ajay to act as child artiste but he refused.

In 1993, Ajay Devgan signed Rajeev Kumar's "Guru Chela" to be directed by David Dhawan. Starring Mithun Chakraborthy and Ajay Devgan.The film was can celled when Rajeev and David had some personal problems with each other. David received a offer to direct a bigger film and lost interest. He told the producer a false story. That Ajay Devgan did not want to do the film. Ajay heard this ans got angry and chased David out of the studio with a stick.

Was the first choice to play Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao in Bajirao Mastani. But he could not complete the film due to his high demand fees.

Ajay Devgn worships his parents, touches their feet every morning before leaving home. No matter how big he becomes but for him, his parents are the most important.

He and Rohit Shetty shares a lot with each other. Both are the sons of well-known action directors.

Starred in the shelved film "Yudhvansh" (1993) Starring Dharmendra,Shatrughan Sinha,Ajay Devgan, Directed by H.Anraj.

Anees Bazmee was supposed to make comedy for UTV with Ajay Devgan, Nana Patekar and Riteish Deshmukh. This was in 2008. It got shelved.

Weston Music Cassettte signed Rahul Rawail to direct a film starring Madhuri Dixit and Ajay Devgan in 1994. The film got shelved.

Starred in Kumar Arts International's Untitled film in 1996. Starring Ajay Devgan,Manisha Koirala,Amrish Puri,Music by Anu Malik, Directed by Kuku Kohli.

Ajay Devgan and Karishma Kapoor were signed for K.C. Bokadia's "Zulm O Sitam" in 1993. They were replaced by Arjun and Madhoo in 1996.

In the year 2000, Mahesh Bhatt was writing a script of Kashmiri Pandits being uprooted in Kashmir. The film was to star Ajay Devgan and be directed by Tanuja Chandra .

Starred in the shelved movie Vishesh Films " Chahat"(1992). Starring Sanjay Dutt, Ajay Devgan (Replaced Rahul Roy),Pooja Bhatt, Avtar Gill, Paresh Rawal, Anupam Kher, Written by Robin Bhatt,Sujit Sen, Music by Nadeem Shravan, Produced by Mukesh Bhatt, Directed by Mahesh Bhatt. This movie is not to be confused by the 1996 movie Chahat.

Starred in the shelved movie Parveen Enterprises " Pyar Bhari Wadiaan"(1992) Starring Shammi Kapoor, Asha Parekh, Ajay Devgan, Masooma, Mehmood,Amrish Puri, Goga Kapoor, Arjun, Shiva,Mac Mohan, Yunes Parvez, Adi Irani, Johnny Whisky,Coca Cola, Music by Syed Ali, Produced and Directed by Nazir Herekar.

Starred in Rajkumar Santoshi's shelved film "Saamna". Starring Nana Patekar,Akshay Kumar,Ajay Devgan, Ritesh Deshmukh, Urmila Matondkar, Mahima Chaudhry. Produced by Keshu Ramsay . It was based on the fake god men of India with Nana Patekar playing a evil spiritual leader. This was in 2007.

Ajay Devgan's sister Neelam's son Daanish Gandhi, is. a assistant director and actor.

Nephew named Aman Gandhi (Sister Neelam's son).

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Ajay Devgn is an Indian film actor, director, and producer. He made his film debut with Phool Aur Kaante in 1991 and received a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his performance in the film. He then starred in films such as Jigar (1992), Dilwale (1994), Suhaag (1994), Naajayaz (1995), Diljale (1996) and Ishq (1997). In 1999, Devgn received his first National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Mahesh Bhatt's drama Zakhm. Some of his later films of the decade are Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Kachche Dhaage. In the early 2000s, he starred in Lajja (2001) and Company (2002). In 2003, he won his second National Film Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Bhagat Singh in Rajkumar Santoshi's biopic The Legend of Bhagat Singh. Throughout his career he has given many critically and commercially successful films including Raincoat (2004), Yuva (2004), Omkara (2006), Golmaal: Fun Unlimited (2006), Golmaal Returns (2008), All the Best: Fun Begins (2009), Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010), Golmaal 3 (2010), Raajneeti (2010), and Singham (2011). Having done so, he has established himself as one of the leading actors of Bollywood. In 2008, he debuted as a film director with his starrer U Me Aur Hum which proved to be an moderate success at the box office. He then established the production house, Ajay Devgn Films.

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Housefull 3 (2016)

Airlift (2016)

Singh Is Bliing (2015)

Brothers (2015)

Gabbar is Back (2015)

Baby (2015)

The Shaukeens (2014)

Entertainment(2014)

Holiday(2014)

Bha Ji in Problem(2013)

Boss(2013)

Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai 2(2013)

Special 26(2013)

Khiladi 786(2012)

OMG: Oh My God!(2012)

Joker(2012)

C.I.D. (TV series)(2012)

Rowdy Rathore(2012)

Housefull 2(2012)

Desi Boyz(2011)

Chalo Dilli(2011)

Thank You(2011)

Patiala House(2011)

Tees Maar Khan(2010)

Action Replayy(2010)

Khatta Meetha(2010)

Housefull(2010)

De Dana Dan(2009)

Blue(2009)

Kambakkht Ishq(2009)

8 x 10 Tasveer(2009)

Chandni Chowk to China(2009)

Jumbo(2008)

Singh Is Kinng(2008)

Tashan(2008)

Welcome(2007)

Bhool Bhulaiyaa(2007)

Heyy Babyy(2007)

Namastey London(2007)

Bhagam Bhag(2006)

Jaan-E-Mann: Let’s Fall in Love… Again(2006)

Phir Hera Pheri (2006)

Humko Deewana Kar Gaye(2006)

Mere Jeevan Saathi (2006)

Family: Ties of Blood (2006)

Dosti: Friends Forever (2005)

Deewane Huye Paagal(2005)

Garam Masala (2005)

Waqt: The Race Against Time(2005)

Bewafaa (2005)

Insan (2005)

Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo(2004)

Aitraaz (2004)

Hatya: The Murder(2004)

Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004)

Meri Biwi Ka Jawab Nahin(2004)

Aan: Men at Work (2004)

Police Force: An Inside Story(2004)

Khakee (2004)

Mitter Pyare Nu Haal Mureedan Da Kehna(2004)

Andaaz (2003)

Talaash: The Hunt Begins… (2003)

Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani(2002)

Awara Paagal Deewana (2002)

Aankhen (2002)

Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya(2002)

Ajnabee(2001)

Bond of Love(2001)

Khiladi 420(2000)

Dhadkan(2000)

Hera Pheri(2000)

Jaanwar(1999)

Sangharsh(1999)

Zulmi(1999)

International Khiladi(1999)

Aarzoo(1999)

Barood(1998)

(1998)

Keemat: They Are Back(1998)

Aflatoon(1997)

Dil To Pagal Hai(1997)

Mr. & Mrs. Khiladi(1997)

Tarazu(1997)

Daava(1997)

Insaaf: The Final Justice(1997)

Lahoo Ke Do Rang(1997)

Sapoot(1996)

Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi(1996)

Tu Chor Main Sipahi(1996)

Sabse Bada Khiladi(1995)

Maidan-E-Jung(1995)

Paandav(1995)

Hum Hain Bemisaal(1994)

Zaalim(1994)

Nazar Ke Samne(1994)

Suhaag(1994)

Ikke Pe Ikka(1994)

Amaanat

Main Khiladi Tu Anari(1994)

Mohra(1994)

Jai Kishen(1994)

Yeh Dillagi(1994)

Elaan(1994)

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His breakthrough performance was in Saugandh (1991). Kumar recently dubbed for the Hindi version of the movie Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Kumar was the voice actor for the role of Optimus Prime. This is one of the key characters in the film. He did the dubbing role as a gift for his son, Aarav. Optimus Prime was Aarav’s favorite character so Kumar did it for free.

Kumar was the third highest paid actor in Bollywood in 2015. When he began his acting career in the 1990s, he primarily starred in action films and was known for his appearances in films of the Khiladi series as well as other action films such as Mohra (1994), Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994), Sapoot (1996) and Angaaray (1998). Later, Kumar also gained fame for his drama, romantic and comic roles. He earned critical acclaim for his portrayal of a hysterical professor in Sangharsh (1999) and a criminal in Jaanwar (1999). His performances in romantic films like Dhadkan (2000), Andaaz (2003) and Namastey London (2007); drama films like Waqt (2005) and Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007); comedy films like Hera Pheri (2000), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Garam Masala (2005), Bhagam Bhag (2006) and Singh Is Kinng (2008) were all well received.

In 2009, Kumar started the Hari Om Entertainment production company.[6] In 2012, Kumar launched his next production house Grazing Goat Pictures. Their first production, OMG û Oh My God!, had a slow opening, but because of word of mouth it picked up and then was declared a super hit.

He is the son-in-law of India and Hindi Film Industry’s first ever Superstar, Rajesh Khanna and actress, Dimple Kapadia, as well as the brother-in-law of actress Rinke Khanna.

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Akshay Kumar was born September 9, 1967 as Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia. Kumar was born in India, but now has Canadian citizenship. His parents are Hari Om Bhatia and Aruna Bhatia. His father was a military officer. He lived and grew up in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk and later he moved to Mumbai where he lived in Koliwada, a Punjabi dominated area. He received his school education from Don Bosco School and enrolled in Mumbai’s Guru Nanak Khalsa College for higher education, but dropped out after a year and went to Bangkok to learn martial arts. Kumar also has a sister, Alka Bhatia.

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Akshay Kumar is a Bollywood film actor, producer, presenter. He is based in Mumbai. Along with his good looks and excellent martial art skills, he was always the first choice to do adventurous movies. He did his own death defying stunts. He has established himself as a leading contemporary actor in the Hindi cinema.

In a career spanning more than twenty five years, Kumar has appeared in over a hundred Hindi films and has won several awards including the National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Rustom and two Filmfare Awards.

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Akshay Kumar - Biography - Trivia 2

Starred in the shelved film "Dil Ka Saudagar" (1993). Directed by Sunil Agnihotri.

Starred in the shelved movie Prince & Prince International's "Prince" (1995). Starring Akshay Kumar, Monica Bedi (Replaced Manisha Koirala), Suresh Oberoi, Alok Nath, Mohan Joshi, Paresh Rawal. Music by Anand Milind, Directed by Sameer Malkan. Reels: 2.

Starred in the shelved project Rajan Films "Mere Apne"(1993). Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Akshay Kumar (Replaced Kamal Sadanah),Pooja Bhatt,Zeba Bhaktiar.Directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The film was going to be a remake of Regarding Henry .

In 1993, there was a announcement of a film titled "Yeh Hain Mumbai Mere Jaan" Starring Akshay Kumar,Ayesha Jhulka and Nana Patekar. The film eventually got shelved. This film is not be confused with the Saif Ali Khan film with the same title that released in 1999.

In 2000,Akshay Kumar signed a untitled film with Raveena Tandon and Aftab Shivdsani. The film got shelved.

Starred in the shelved film "Gehri Chaal" (1993). Directed by Anil Ganguly.

Starred in Yashraj's Untitled Venture in 1994. Starring Akshay Kumar, Juhi Chawla, Produced by Yash Chopra, Directed by Manmohan Singh. The film got shelved after it was announced.

Was signed for A.Krishnamurthy's "Aag" in 1991. He was dropped once Saugandh and Dancer flopped. Govinda was then signed.

Starred in the shelved film "Dwarpaal" (1991). Starring Akshay Kumar,Siddharth, Shanti Priya, Harsha, Paresh Rawal, Shahbaaz Khan, Kader Khan,Music by Naresh Sharma. Produced by Ravi Srivastav,Story,Produced,Directed by Pradeep Maini. The film may have eventually been made as "Kayda Kanoon" but with a different producer.

Starred in the shelved movie Suresh Grover's "Chura Lenge Aankhon Se Kaajal" (1992) Starring Akshay Kumar ( Later replaced by Raman Kapoor), Karishma Kapoor ( Later replaced by Raveena Tandon) Music by Bappi Lahiri. Directed by Vijay Anand. Akshay and Karishma were selected by the producer. Vijay Anand saw the rushes of "Deedar" and was not happy with them. Against the producer's better judgment, Vijay Anand replaced Akshay and signed Raman Kapoor ( who had just worked in Dev Anand's Sau Crore) and Raveena Tandon.

Starred in the shelved film "Dus Numbri"(1996) Starring Akshay Kumar, Manisha Koirala, Monica Bedi, Directed by David Dhawan.

Rejected Farhan Akhtar's Don. The role was later done by Arjun Rampal.

Offered Sanjay Dutt's role in Shabd.

Signed Mani Shankar's Tango Charlie but later was replaced by Bobby Deol.

Was signed for Phool Aur Kaante but was dropped at the last hour.

Was offered Anaam (1992) but was unable to give the required dates.

Starred in the shelved movie Parath Productions untitled film in 1993. Starring Dilip Kumar,Hema Malini, Vivek Mushran,Manisha Koirala. Directed by Harish Shah Akshay Kumar was signed for the second role but wanted a higher billing than Vivek. Shah Rukh Khan also showed interest in that role. The film finally got shelved.

Starred in I Dream Productions shelved film " Chanakya" starring Amitabh Bachchan,Akshay Kumar. This was in 2004.

Starred in Satish Rajwade's shelved film " Akhand". Co starring Abhishek Bachchan,Akshay Kumar, Sunil Shetty. Akshay was to play the role of a evil jailer. This was in 2004.

Starred in the shelved film O My Darling (1991). Starring Akshay Kumar,Rajeshwari Sachdev. Music by Jatin Lalit. Directed by Surendra Gupta.

Starred in Rituparno Gosh's shelved film "Rahgeer". Co starring Vidya Balan. The film was to be a remake of Dev Anand's Guide. The problem was Dev Anand did not grant the producers the legal rights to remake the film.

Starred in Rajkumar Santoshi's shelved film "Saamna". Co starring Ajay Devgan, Nana Patekar, Ritesh Deshmukh, Urmila Matondkar, Mahima Chaudhry. Produced by Keshu . It was based on the fake god men of India with Nana Patekar playing a evil swami. This was in 2006.

Starred in the shelved movie Information and Broadcast Ministry and Base Industry Group's "Tatya Tope"(2007). Starring Akshay Kumar in the title role and Deepika Padukone as Rani Laxmibai. Produced by Feroz Nadiadwala and Directed by Vinay Shukla.

Starred in the shelved project Ranjan Films PVT Ltd "Mere Apne"(1993). Starring Naseeruddin Shah,Akshay Kumar (Replaced Kamal Sadanah), Pooja Bhatt(Replaced Zeba Bhaktiar),Ashwini Bhave,Music by Jatin Lalit, Story by Robin Bhatt, Sujit Sen,Javed Siddique. Directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The film was going to be a remake of Regarding Henry .

Akshay Kumar signed the film Apne Dam Par in 1993. He later opted out and was replaced by Irrfan Kamal.

Personal Quotes (3)

Controversies are a package deal in this industry. You just have to understand that and accept it.

I savour the adulation and love I have been getting from my fans and the blessings of elders in my family. Fourteen years have given me a lot and I can't thank God and the industry enough.

Look at what destiny had in store for me. I married my idol's daughter! I still can't believe it. Who wasn't his fan in the 1970s and 80s? I remember queuing up for hours with parents to watch repeatedly Aradhana, Amar Prem, Kati Patang, Prem Kahani, Aap Ki Kasam, Chhailla Babu, Anurodh, Amardeep and then watching as a teenager in theaters Bandish, Kudrat, Aanchal, Ashanti,Souten, Awaaz, Dharm Aur Qanoon, Maqsad, and many more. These are among my favorite films of all times.

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Akshay Kumar - Biography - Trivia 1

Akshay Kumar - Biography - Trivia 1

Was a martial arts teacher. One of his students suggested he model and he was soon offered films after his success as a model.

Has a son with wife Twinkle Khanna named Araav born 15th September 2002. Became an uncle when sister-in-law Rinke Khanna gave birth to a baby girl on 19 October 2004.

Won Best Villain award for Ajnabee (2001) as it was his first ever award since his career started in 1991.

He is the son-in-law of India and Hindi Film Industry's first ever Superstar, Rajesh Khanna and actress, Dimple Kapadia, as well as the brother-in-law of actress Rinke Khanna.

Was working as a chef in a restaurant in Bangkok before entering films.

Studied martial arts in Bangkok before becoming an actor.

Formed a popular team with Sunil Shetty and Paresh Rawal.

He is good friends with fellow actor & superstar, Salman Khan. They have done two films together, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) and Jaan-E-Mann: Let's Fall in Love... Again (2006).

Has formed a popular on-screen pairing with Katrina Kaif after super hits such as Welcome (2007), Namastey London (2007) and Singh Is Kinng (2008) together.

Has a daughter, born on September 25, 2012, named Nitara Rajesh Khanna in honor of his father-in-law Rajesh Khanna who passed away in 2012.

A major WWE wrestling fan. Met WWE Superstar Kane at his residence in India in 2010.

Son of producer Aruna Bhatia.

Niece's name is Simar (Kapoor) Bhatia. Simar had her name legally changed by her mother to Bhatia after she divorced Simar's father. Akshay Kumar sister Alka was earlier married to Vaibhav Kapoor. Vaibhav's mother Rani had a store called Shehnaaz Herbal Parlour in Mumbai.

Often mistaken as Master Rajiv Bhatia who debuted in Sanjay Khan's Abdullah (1980).

Auditioned for Deepak Tijori's role in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) and was rejected.

Decided to keep his name Akshay in Bollywood after he had done a 15 second role in the film Aaj (1987).

While training in Bangkok for martial arts he worked has a waiter in hotel to support himself, in those days he admired Sridevi.

Akshay Kumar brother in law is Surendra Hiranandani . This is sister Alka's second marriage.

Director Pramod Chakravarthy gave him his first break in Saugandh (1991).

Was engaged to actor Praveen Kumar daughter Nipunika Sobti in the year 1997.

Went for a world tour concert with Salman Khan in June 1995. They visited cities in Canada, America and England .

Went for a world tour concert with Rishi Kapoor, Shahrukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Raveena Tandon, Juhi Chawla. This was in September 1994. They visited cities in Canada, America, England.

Akshay Kumar was gone for some action training and he lost 20 kilograms for his roll in his upcoming new comedy movie HouseFull 3.

Was engaged to model Dimple Varma in 1991. She is the daughter of Banglore based director of Mahindra & Mahindra..

Prakash Mehra had a script with him for many years. He started a film in the 1980' s as the much hyped " Kaayar" with Amitabh Bachchan, Anita Raaj and Raj Babbar. The film was shelved because it was too similar to Manoj Kumar's Sanyasi. Prakash Mehra then restarted Kaayar with a different subject with Sanjay Dutt and Akshay Kumar. Akshay agreed to the film, but asked Prakash Mehra to replace Sanjay Dutt. Akshay told Ptakash he would not be comfortable to work with Sanjay Dutt due to his problems during the making of Amaanat. Prakash Mehra decided to replace Akshay with Puru Raajkumar. Again he had to shelve the film because the second half of the film was the exact same as the Rishi Kapoor, Nana Patekar film Hum Dono. Prakash Mehra then decided to make a new film. He chose the subject of Bal Brahmachari and decided to launch Puru Raj Kumar in a solo hero film.

Went for a world tour concert with Sunil Shetty in July 2001. They visited cities in Canada, America and England.

After Yalgaar, Feroz was toying around with several ideas for his next film. He wanted to remake his film Dharmatma as "Agnikund" with Anil Kapoor as the Godfather. Akshay Kumar and Sunil Shetty were to play his sons. Music was by Anu Malik. Anil Kapoor refused "Agnikund" in 1994 because he did not want to play father to Akshay Kumar and Sunil Shetty. Feroz Khan had sold the audio , the overseas video and theatrical rights To Venus for 2.4 crores. Feroz Khan shelved the idea once again when the casting did not work. Feroz Khan shelved the idea once again. Some how the story of Agnikund leaked out and the film Sapoot was made in 1996. Feroz then started Prem Agga in 1995 with Akshaye Khanna and Mamta Kulkarni. He decided to shelve that project and start Janasheen with the same starcast . When Fardeen arrived in India, he told his father about his desire to join films. Feroz decided to shelve Janasheen and restarted Prem Aggan with Fardeen Khan and Meghna Kothari.

He actually holds a Canadian citizenship and since India does not allow dual citizenship, he is now regarded as a Canadian actor.

In author Shobha De's 1991 released fictional book "Starry Nights", the main characters name is "Akshay Kumar". The book was about an affair between a south Indian actress and a Punjabi superstar actor. This was done unintentionally as Shobha did not know who Akshay Kumar was in 1991.

Akshay Kumar went to Rajesh Khanna's office to audition for a role in Jai Shiv Shankar. He was not able to meet Khanna that day because he was busy. But he met Dimple Kapadia at the office who gave him words of encouragement. Chunky Pandey was signed for the role eventually.

As a child Akshay Kumar took part in the wedding sequence of the film "Harjaee". Akshay was seen serenading Randhir Kapoor with flowers. The scene was edited out in some versions released on DVD. The VHS video has this scene.

Was offered Sanjay Khanna's Anth but refused due to date problems.

The Indian Government honored him with Padma Shri award in the year 2009, which is the fourth highest civilian award in the Republic of India.

He is a martial arts champion. Akshay Kumar has a black belt in Taekwondo and he learned Muay Thai in Bangkok.

Had verbally agreed to do the film Tune Mera Dil Le Liya (Pinjra). But backed out at the last minute. This caused B.B.Bhalla to vent his anger against Akshay in the media.

Akshay Kumar was always mistaken for Baby Bunty from Aakhri Khat. The film had just released and many thought they both resembled each other.

He was referenced in an episode of American Dad (2005 - ) where Stan refers to him as "the handsomest man in the world".

Starred in the shelved film Adhunica Movie Tone's "Abhimaan" (1996). Starring Akshay Kumar, Madhoo, Ronit Roy, Ektaa, Laxmikant Berde, Anupam Kher, Music by Bappi Lahiri, Directed by Shiv Kumar, Reels: 8.

Starred in Keshu Ramsay's shelved film "Khiladi vs. Khiladi" directed by Umesh Mehra. The film was shelved after announcement. This was in 2001.

Auditioned for Deepak Tijori's role in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992) and was rejected.

Starred in the shelved film Mateshwari Films "Kunti Putra" (1995). Starring Akshay Kumar, Sonali Bendre, Farida Jalal, Music by Rajesh Roshan, Produced by Sanjay Bali, Lokesh Bali,K.C. Khanna, Directed by Guddu Dhanoa.

Starred in Ashish Balram Nagpal's shelved film "Jigarbaaz". Co starring Jackie Shroff, Manisha Koirala, Mamta Kulkarni, Bindu, Amrish Puri. Directed by Robin Mukherjee. This was in the year 1997.

Starred in Mukesh Bhatt's Mulaqaat. Starring Akshay Kumar (Replaced Aamir Khan), Rani Mukherjee (replaced Aishwarya Rai),Chandrachur Singh (Replaced by Arvind Swamy),Music by Nadeem Shravan, directed by Vikram Bhatt (Replaced Mahesh Bhatt). The film was shelved after a few days of shooting.

Starred in the shelved movie, Shiv Sai Movies "Huqum"(1995). Starring Jeetendra, Jaya Pradha,Ronit Roy (Replaced Akshay Kumar), Harish, Somy Ali, Reymon Singh, Raman Trikha, Rupali, Mukesh Rishi, Govinda (Special Appearance) Music by Bappi Lahiri, Directed by Kader Kashmiri. Reels: 8.

Starred in the shelved movie, Creative Combines "Sitaron Se Aage" (Do Rang) (1993). Starring Akshay Kumar, Manisha Koirala (Replaced Pratibha Sinha), Sheeba, Farheen, Laxmikant Berde, Aruna Irani, Paresh Rawal, Music by Lamikant-Pyarelal, Directed by Poltoo Sen. 11 Reels.

Starred in Keshu Ramsay shelved film "Lalkaar" (1992) opposite Pooja Bhatt. The film was to be a remake of Indiana Jones.

Starred in the shelved film "Sipahee" (1993) directed by Ram Shetty.

Starred in the shelved movie "Rudra" (1994). Starring Akshay Kumar , Shilpa Shetty.

After Mohra, Rajiv Rai had signed Akshay Kumar and Sunil Shetty for "Kaurav". He decided to shelve the film.

In 1992, producer Ram Dayal had signed him for a film to be directed by Ravi Tandon. Akshay walked out of the film when it became a two hero project .

Starred in the shelved film G Motion Picture's " Kashmakash"(1994). Starring Akshay Kumar, Sunil Shetty, Deepti Bhatnagar, Anu Aggarwal. Directed by Raj N.Sippy. Not to be confused with the other shelved Sunil Shetty film "Kashmakash" (1997) directed by Priyadarshan.

Starred in the shelved movie "Parinaam" (1993) Starring Akshay Kumar,Divya Bharti,Danny Denzongpa,Pran,Directed by Partho Ghosh. The film was shelved due to her death.

Was signed for the film Khilona. The original cast was Akshay Kumar, Rahul Roy Tisca Chopra. Due to date issues Rahul Roy had to drop out of the project. Ayub Khan replaced him. Next to leave the film was Akshay Kumar. Aditya Pancholi came in his place.Then Tisca was replaced with Monica Bedi. Mahesh Bhatt also opted out after directing the introduction.

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Akshay Kumar - Biography - Mini Bio 2

Akshay Kumar - Biography - Mini Bio 2

A long road traveled; from a waiter in Bangkok, to the most successful actor in Bollywood, Akshay Kumar has come a long way. As an instructor in martial artist, Rajiv Bhatia always dreamed of making it big in that field but when a student suggested that with his good looks and a good built, he should take up modeling, the anonymous Rajiv Bhatia began his journey as Akshay Kumar who then slowly but surely worked his way up to becoming one of the most talented stars of the industry. Stunned at the pay package and his success as a model, Akshay took the next obvious step, and entered into films. However unlike most of the other stars in his time, Akshay neither had star parents, nor a godfather to launch him. Although his first few films were unsuccessful at the box office, they helped Akshay get noticed for his dancing abilities and his dare-devilish stunts. His first true hit film was Khiladi (1992) and although it was a success, the top banners continued to be elusive until Yeh Dillagi (1994) which not only got him recognition but marked his position as a top league actor. Though Jai Kishen (1994) and Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994) were quite successful at the box office, it was Mohra (1994) and Sabse Bada Khiladi (1995) that it catapulted Akshay to fame and established his position as one of the top most heroes of the industry. With a series of 'Khiladi' movies including the "Khiladiyon Ke Khiladi', Akshay became the quintessential "action hero'. But with 'Mr. & Mrs. Khiladi', 'Dil To Pagal Hai' and 'Aflatoon', he attempted new genres in order to change his stereotypical image, and he was quite successful at it. Another attempt at a new role with 'Ajnabee', where he played the villain, was again well portrayed and well received by audiences and critics alike. 'Dhadkan', where he starred opposite Shilpa Shetty reaffirmed the fact that aside from being an action hero, Akshay Kumar was also the perfect romantic lead. In the same year came another memorable performance with the film "Hera Pheri' which brought to the forefront his strength in comedy and superb timing as he held his ground with the seasoned Paresh Rawal and Suniel Shetty. Akshay Kumar continued to improve with every film, from "Khakee, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi', "Aitraaz, Waqt', 'Awara Pagaal Deewana', "Garam Masala' to the recently released "Phir Hera Phiri' proved that Akshay was a sure-fire hit at the box-office as well. Today he is one of the most sought after actors who commands a strong box-office opening. His forthcoming films include Jaaneman, Saamna, London Namaste and Welcome.

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Akshay Kumar - Biography - Mini Bio 1

Akshay Kumar - Biography - Mini Bio 1

Akshay Kumar, born September 9, 1967, is an actor. He studied martial arts in Hong Kong. It was a student that suggested that he try modeling. Because of his success as model, he was offered films. Along with his good looks and excellent martial art skills, he was always the first choice to do adventurous movies. He does his own stunts in his films. His breakthrough performance was in Saugandh (1991). He was well known for his Khiladi series, an Indian version of James Bond, such as Mr. Bond (1992), Khiladi (1992), Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994), Mr. & Mrs. Khiladi (1997) and Khiladi 420 (2000). He dated strings of his co-stars including Raveena Tandon, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Pooja Batra and Rekha. His recent critically acclaimed performances include Airlift (2016), Baby (2015) and Rustom (2016).

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Akshay Kumar - Biography - Overview

Akshay Kumar - Biography - Overview 

Born September 9, 1967 in Amritsar, Punjab, India

Birth Name Rajiv Hari Om-Bhatia

Nicknames Akki

Mac

Khiladi

Khiladi Kumar

Height 5' 10" (1,78 m)

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Aamir Khan - Biography - Filmography of Aamir Khan

 

Aamir Khan  - Biography - Filmography of Aamir Khan

Secret Superstar (2017)

Dangal (2016)

Pk (2014)

Dhoom 3: Back in Action (2013)

Talaash (2012)

Delhi Belly (2011) û Producer

Dhobi Ghat (2010) û Producer

3 Idiots (2010)

Ghajini (2008)

Taare Zameen Par (2007) û Producer

Fanaa (2006)

Rang De Basanti (2006)

The Rising: Ballad of Mangal Pandey (2005)

Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001) û Producer

Mela (2000)

Mann (1999)

Sarfarosh (1999)

Earth (1999)

Ghulam (1998)

Raja Hindustani (1996)

Akele Hum Akele Tum (1995)

Bollywood Dreams (1995)

Andaz Apna Apna (1994)

Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar(1992)

Daulat Ki Jung(1991)

Isi Ka Naam Zindagi(1991)

Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin(1991)

Afsana Pyaar Ka (1991)

Jawani Zindabad (1990)

Deewana Mujh Sa Nahin (1990)

Dil (1990)

Tum Mere Ho(1990)

Awwal Number(1990)

Love Love Love (1989)

Raakh (1989)

Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988)

Holi (1974)

Paranoia (1983)

Madhosh (1974)

Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973)

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Aamir Khan - Biography - Family of Aamir Khan

 Aamir Khan  - Biography - Family of Aamir Khan

Wife: Kiran Rao (2005 to present û 1 child); Reena Dutta (1987 to 2002 û 2 children; Junaid, & Ira)

Father: Tahir Hussain

Mother: Zeenat Hussain

Brother: Faisal Khan & Farhat Khan

Sister: Nikhat Khan

Uncle: Nasir Hussain

Nephew: Imran khan

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Aamir Khan - Biography - Career

 

Aamir Khan  - Biography - Career

Khan first appeared in Yaadon Ki Baaraat (1973) as a child actor. He was only 8 years old. He again appeared as a child artist in the film Madhosh

(1974). Much later he appeared in the art film Holi (1985) along with his friend and later his director Ashutosh Gowariker, and the film also starred Naseeruddin Shah.

His first big starring role was in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) (opposite Juhi Chawla). Another of his best-known adult roles was starring in Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India (2001), which was nominated for an Oscar.

His performance in the film and in the thriller Raakh (1989) earned him a Special Mention at the 36th National Film Awards ceremony. He went on to establish himself in Bollywood with roles in several lucrative films of the 1990s, including the romantic drama Dil (1990), the comedy-drama Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993), and romantic movie Raja Hindustani (1996).

His performance in Earth (1998) as the Ice-Candy man has received rave reviews from Indian and international critics.

The success of Lagaan: (2001) was followed by Dil Chahta Hai (2001) later that year, in which Khan co-starred with Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna, with Preity Zinta playing his love interest. The film was written and directed by the then-debutant Farhan Akhtar.

His 2007 film, Taare Zameen Par, was also produced by him and marked his directorial debut. Khan received the Filmfare Awards for Best Director and Best Film of 2007, as well as the National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare.

In 2008 his first all-out commercial action film Ghajini (2008) went on to become the highest grossing film of its time in Indian Cinema.

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Aamir Khan - Biography - Personal Life

 

Aamir Khan  - Biography - Personal Life

Khan married Reena Dutta on 18 April 1986. They have two children, a son named Junaid Khan and a daughter, Ira Khan. Reena was involved briefly in

Khan’s career when she worked as a producer for Lagaan. In December 2002, Khan filed for divorce. Reena took custody of both children.

On 28 December 2005, Khan married Kiran Rao. They met on the set of Lagaan (2002) where she was an assistant director. Their first movie released in 2006 is Rang De Basanti after divorce with Reena. On 5 December 2011, Khan and Kiran announced the birth of their son, Azad Rao Khan, through a surrogate mother.

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Aamir Khan - Biography - Personal Quotes

 

Aamir Khan  - Biography - Personal Quotes

Every film I do means a lot to me. The failure of Mela, definitely made a difference to me. I am not comfortable with the idea of my films not releasing to their full potential.

Film making is like fighting a war with leadership at the front.

I found that what happened 150 years ago was happening again with Americans entering other countries and exploiting them but pretending they were doing a favor. It was this contemporary feel that attracted me.

My son is a harsh critic.

I enjoy the love I receive from my fans and my audience. But I think I know what is real for me and what is not.

A star needs to have style. Unfortunately I have very little. But Salman [Khan] has it all.

If a star comes close to holding the sway that Madhuri Dixit or Kajol did, it is Rani Mukerji. She pays attention to her work, has matured and become experienced with time.

Rani is one of my closest friends, we can talk about anything.

Rani [Mukerji] is a close friend. She is someone I am extremely fond of. We share a very good relationship. We can depend on each other.

I have no objections to film awards per se. I just feel that if I don't value a particular film award, then I won't attend it either. Apart from the national award, I don't see any other award ceremony that I should give value to. My personal experience about these award ceremonies is that I don't trust them. I have no faith in them so I would prefer to stay away.

When you need something with intensity, the mind kicks in and makes it possible.

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