“Mogambo Khush Hua!”
Although Mr. India was not meant for a happy ending for Mogambo, the dialogue has remained in popular imagination like Ravan in Ramayana. Speaking of Mogambo, the nineties were an astounding time for Bollywood to explore the ethos of superstardom. That was before the smartphones and computers entered the scene and the Indian crowd made sure enough to flock to the theaters to see their favorite stars in action.
The Evolution Continues
Looking back, the cinematic journey of bollymovies from the seventies to the eighties, nineties, and into the new millennium has been truly remarkable. Cinema remains as relevant as ever and has evolved into newer dimensions exploring various modern themes, admixed with the colors of tradition and visual effects. The entertainment scene has evolved deeply with time, including better camera angles, richer storytelling, and more realistic dance sequences (ahem!).
The viewership has evolved with time too but the obsession with Bollywood remains the same. In today’s age of social media, the stars have happened to come closer to the world of trivialities, with the online gossip mills competing with Page 3 to share glimpses of the starry world in all shades. People love Bollywood and want to remain engaged with the industry just so it never fails to create a subtle detachment from the world of conflict.
Once a Star, Always a Star
Stars of the nineties are fondly appreciated even today and are hailed as style icons. Whether you are celebrating the diva Riya Sen’s birthday or praying that Aishwarya sorts out her divorce rumors, you get to relive the passions that make Bollywood so special. The tradition has continued with the actresses of this era, such as Disha Patani, Ananya Pandey, and Alia Bhatt, with legions of die-hard fans dying to get a glimpse of the starry life!
Quiet unfailingly, Salman Khan continues to make his yearly Eid releases, and the bhai-log remains hooked to the screen to see the macho man in action, beating up the villains to shreds. Action scenes have evolved from the revolvers and desi rifles of Sholay to helicopters, assault rifles, and whatnot! The storytelling has also evolved to showcase complex human relations in all shades. Whether it’s a love triangle or a Don falling in love with a lady police officer, the storyline never fails to amaze.
Among all things, bollymovies have remained extremely special for the music. Older music has given place to newer tunes that explore different genres like Rock and folk. The orchestra in older movies has given way to guitars and percussion in newer flicks, with the crowd keeping up with this transition. The experience, as always, continues to be a stellar exposition of India in all her colors and shades. Even today, if you want to feel the pulse of India, you should not miss out on what’s happening in Bollywood.
