Lata Mangeshkar: Hindi films' enduring female voice from Madhubala to Madhuri - and more

Vikas Datta | September 28, 2024 7:02 PM

New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Entering the sparkling galaxy of Hindi film music with the haunting "Aayega Aanewala" ("Mahal", 1949) for ethereal Madhubala, Lata Mangeshkar became the definitive voice of several generations of legendary Indian film heroines, from Meena Kumari to Madhuri Dixit, Nargis to Neetu Singh, Padmini to Parveen Babi, and Sharmila Tagore to Sridevi.

‘Harry Potter’ actress Maggie Smith dies at 89

IANS | September 27, 2024 8:53 PM

London, Sep 27 (IANS) Oscar-winning actress Maggie Smith, best known for her impeccable performances in the ‘Harry Potter' franchise, ‘Downtown Abbey’ and others passed away at the age of 89.