INDIAN CINEMA

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History of Indian cinema

• The history of Indian Cinema is a combination of cultural and technological advancements. Below you can find the influences and the developments in cinema. Take a look at them! Our history of Indian Cinema begins in 1896 when the Lumiere Brothers showcased their pioneering films in Mumbai, known as Bombay at the time.
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  Father of Indian cinema
• • The true catalyst for history of Indian Cinema's growth came with Dadasaheb Phalke, often hailed as the Father of Indian Cinema. In 1913, he released 'Raja Harishchandra,' India's first full-length feature film. This silent film not only marked a commercial success but also introduced the world to the talent of Indian filmmakers.
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  •  Golden Age of Indian cinema

    • The 1950s and 1960s are often regarded as the golden age of Indian cinema. This era saw the rise of legendary actors such as Guru Dutt, Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, Meena Kumari, and more. Their performances left an indelible mark on Indian film history, creating timeless classics as per the history of Indian Cinema.
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      Bengali films dominated Indian cinema in the 1960s & '70s

      • Ray continued to dominate Indian cinema through the 1960s and ’70s with such artful Bengali films as Devi (1960; The Goddess), Charulata (1964; The Lonely Wife), Aranyer din ratri (1970; Days and Nights in the Forest), and Ashani sanket (1973; Distant Thunder). The Marxist intellectual Ritwik
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      • Importance of Indian cinema

        • During the time, Indian cinema always sets a big platform for bringing cheer in people's lives. Today, cinema has become one of the most preferred and powerful mediums of communication and entertainment. Movies play a formative role in developing a culture or addressing a contemporary issue, not just in India but also across the globe.
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        • • • What are the major centers of film production in India?

              • Major centers of film production across the country include Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Kochi, Bangalore, Bhubaneswar - Cuttack and Guwahati. For a number of years the Indian film industry has ranked first in the world in terms of annual film output. In 2022, Indian cinema earned ₹ 15,000 crore at the box-office.
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