Ashok Kumar, a trailblazer in Indian cinematography, had a remarkable career spanning nearly four decades and over 125 feature films across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi languages. Born in Allahabad to a Hindi poet, Ashok Kumar’s journey began with a diploma in photography from Allahabad University, followed by formal training […]
The Birth of Cinema: December 28, 1895 December 28, 1895, is celebrated as the official birth of cinema. On this day, history was made when the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis Lumière, conducted the first-ever public commercial screening of motion pictures to a paying audience in Paris, France. This landmark […]
The Legacy of M.T. Vasudevan Nair: A Tribute to Kerala’s Literary and Cinematic Giant M.T. Vasudevan Nair, fondly known as MT, stands as an unparalleled figure in the realms of Malayalam literature and cinema. Born in 1933 in Palakkad, Kerala, MT’s life has been a testament to the transformative power […]
Barroz: Guardian of D’Gama’s Treasure Mohanlal’s Directorial Debut Stuns with Visual Brilliance Indian cinema has seen many larger-than-life stories, but Barroz 3D stands apart as a cinematic spectacle that redefines storytelling and visual artistry. Directed by the iconic Mohanlal, this film marks his much-anticipated debut behind the camera, blending a […]
Veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, known for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema, passed away at the age of 90 on December 23 in Mumbai. A pioneer of parallel cinema, Benegal’s work in both mainstream and art films earned him widespread acclaim for its realism, depth, and storytelling excellence. His passing […]
SICA proudly joins in celebrating the unparalleled journey of the legendary Madhu Ambat Sir – a true pioneer who has elevated the art of cinematography for over 50 years. Madhu Ambat Honored at IFFK for 50 Years in Cinema On the evening of December 16th, a grand function was held […]
