#bandini 1963

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Bandini (1963) | dir. Bimal Roy

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Bandini (Bimal Roy, 1963)

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Bandini (1963) dir. Bimal Roy

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1963 Bandini 1000 GT

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Lorenzo Bandini (Ferrari - Sefac 250 P) vainqueur avec Ludovico Scarfiotti des 24 Heures du Mans en 1963. © Motorsport. - source Carros e Pilotos.

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Summer break and I'm kinda sorta missing F1 so here are the UK number one songs when drivers got their first Grand Prix win. Enjoy 😊

Giuseppe Farina (1950 British GP - 13th May), Juan Manuel Fangio (1950 Monaco GP - 21st May) & Johnnie Parsons (1950 Indy 500 - 30th May) - Billy Eckstine - My Foolish Heart

Lee Wallard (1951 Indy 500 - 30th May) - Les Paul & Mary Ford - Mockin' Bird Hill

Luigi Fagioli (1951 French GP - 1st July) & Jose Froilan Gonzalez (1951 British GP - 14th July) - Nelson Eddy & Jo Stafford - With These Hands

Alberto Ascari (1951 German GP - 29th July) - Hoagy Carmichael - My Resistance Is Low

Piero Taruffi (1952 Swiss GP - 18th May) - Nat 'King' Cole - Unforgettable

Troy Ruttman (1952 Indy 500 - 30th May) - Jo Stafford - Ay-Round The Corner

Bill Vukovich (1953 Indy 500 - 30th May) & Mike Hawthorn (1953 French GP - 5th July) - Frankie Laine - I Believe

Maurice Trintignant (1955 Monaco GP - 22nd May) - Tony Bennett - Stranger In Paradise

Bob Sweikert (1955 Indy 500 - 30th May) - Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White

Stirling Moss (1955 British GP - 16th July) - Alma Cogan - Dreamboat

Luigi Musso (1956 Argentine GP - 22nd January) - Tennessee Ernie Ford - Sixteen Tons

Pat Flaherty (1956 Indy 500 - 30th May) & Peter Collins (1956 Belgian GP - 3rd June) - Ronnie Hilton - No Other Love

Sam Hanks (1957 Indy 500 - 30th May) - Andy Williams - Butterfly

Tony Brooks (1957 British GP - 20th July) - Elvis Presley - All Shook Up

Jimmy Bryan (1958 Indy 500 - 30th May) - Connie Francis - Who's Sorry Now

Jack Brabham (1959 Monaco GP - 10th May) - Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore

Rodger Ward (1959 Indy 500 - 30th May) & Jo Bonnier (1959 Dutch GP - 31st May) - Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I

Bruce McLaren (1959 US GP - 12th December) - Adam Faith - What Do You Want?

Jim Rathmann (1960 Indy 500 - 30th May) - The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown

Phil Hill (1960 Italian GP - 4th September) - The Shadows - Apache

Wolfgang Von Trips (1961 Dutch GP - 22nd May) - Floyd Cramer - On The Rebound

Giancarlo Baghetti (1961 French GP - 2nd July) - Del Shannon - Runaway

Innes Ireland (1961 US GP - 8th October) - The Shadows - Kon-Tiki

Graham Hill (1962 Dutch GP - 20th May) - B Bumble & The Stingers - Nut Rocker

Jim Clark (1962 Belgian GP - 17th June) - Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm

Dan Gurney (1962 French GP - 8th July) - Mike Sarne & Wendy Richard - Come Outside

John Surtees (1963 German GP - 4th August) - Elvis Presley - Devil In Disguise

Lorenzo Bandini (1964 Austrian GP - 23rd August) - Manfred Man - Do Wah Diddy Diddy

Jackie Stewart (1965 Italian GP - 12th September) - The Rolling Stones - (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction

Richie Ginther (1965 Mexican GP - 24th October) - Ken Dodd - Tears

Ludovico Scarfiotti (1966 Italian GP - 4th September) - The Beatles - Yellow Submarine

Pedro Rodriguez (1967 South African GP - 2nd January) - Tom Jones - Green Green Grass Of Home

Denny Hulme (1967 Monaco GP - 7th May) - Sandie Shaw - Puppet On A String

Jacky Ickx (1968 French GP - 7th July) & Jo Siffert (1968 British GP - 20th July) - Equals - Baby Come Back

Jochen Rindt (1969 US GP - 5th October) - Jane Birkin & Serge Gainsbourg - Je T'aime... Mon Non Plus

Clay Regazzoni (1970 Italian GP - 6th September) - Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Tears Of A Clown

Emerson Fittipaldi (1970 US GP - 4th October) - Freda Payne - Band Of Gold

Mario Andretti (1971 South African GP - 6th March) - Mungo Jerry - Baby Jump

Peter Gethin (1971 Italian GP - 5th September) - Diana Ross - I'm Still Waiting

Francois Cevert (1971 US GP - 3rd October) - Rod Stewart - Maggie May

Jean-Pierre Beltoise (1972 Monaco GP - 14th May) - T-Rex - Metal Guru

Ronnie Peterson (1973 French GP - 1st July) - Donny Osmond - Young Love

Peter Revson (1973 British GP - 14th July) - Slade - Skweeze Me Pleeze Me

Carlos Reutemann (1974 South African GP - 30th March) - Paper Lace - Billy Don't Be A Hero

Niki Lauda (1974 Spanish GP - 28th April) - Abba - Waterloo

Jody Scheckter (1974 Swedish GP - 9th June) - Ray Stevens - The Streak

Jose Carlos Pace (1975 Brazilian GP - 26th January) - Pilot - January

Jochen Mass - (1975 Spanish GP - 27th April) - Mud - Oh Boy

James Hunt (1975 Dutch GP - 22nd June) - 10CC - I'm Not In Love

Vittorio Brambilla (1975 Austrian GP - 17th August) - The Stylistics - I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love)

John Watson (1976 Austrian GP - 15th August) - Elton John & Kiki Dee - Don't Go Breaking My Heart

Gunnar Nilsson (1977 Belgian GP - 5th June) - Rod Stewart - I Don't Want To Talk About It

Jacques Laffite (1977 Swedish GP - 19th June) - The Jacksons - Show You The Way To Go

Alan Jones (1977 Austrian GP - 14th August) - Brotherhood Of Man - Angelo

Patrick Depailler (1978 Monaco GP - 7th May) - Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon

Gilles Villeneuve (1978 Canadian GP - 8th October) - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - Summer Nights

Jean-Pierre Jabouille (1979 French GP - 1st July) - Tubeway Army - Are 'Friends' Electric?

Rene Arnoux (1980 Brazilian GP - 27th January) - The Specials - Too Much Too Young

Nelson Piquet (1980 US GP - March 30) - The Jam - Going Underground

Didier Pironi (1980 Belgian GP - 4th May) - Dexy's Midnight Runners - Geno

Alain Prost (1981 French GP - 5th July) - The Specials - Ghost Town

Riccardo Patrese (1982 Monaco GP - 23rd May) - Madness - House Of Fun

Patrick Tambay (1982 German GP - 8th August) & Elio De Angelis (1982 Austrian GP) - Dexy's Midnight Runners - Come On Eileen

Keke Rosberg (1982 Swiss GP - 29th August) & Michele Alboreto (1982 Caesers Palace GP) - Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger

Ayrton Senna (1985 Portuguese GP - 21st April) - USA For Africa - We Are The World

Nigel Mansell (1985 European GP - 6th October) - Jennifer Rush - The Power Of Love

Gerhard Berger (1986 Mexican GP - 12th October) - Nick Berry - Every Loser Wins

Thierry Boutsen (1989 Canadian GP - 18th June) - Soul II Soul - Back To Life (However Do You Want Me)

Alessandro Nannini (1989 Japanese GP - 22nd October) - Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers - That's What I Like

Michael Schumacher (1992 Belgian GP - 30th August) - Snap! - Rhythm Is A Dancer

Damon Hill (1993 Hungarian GP - 15th August) - Freddie Mercury - Living On My Own

Jean Alesi (1995 Canadian GP - 11th June) - Robson & Jerome - Unchained Melody

Johnny Herbert (1995 British GP - 16th July) - Outhere Brothers - Boom Boom Boom

David Coulthard (1995 Portuguese GP - 24th September) - Simply Red - Fairground

Olivier Panis (1996 Monaco GP - 19th May) - Gina G - Ooh Ahh... Just A Little Bit

Jacques Villeneuve (1996 European GP - 28th April) - George Michael - Fastlove

Heinz-Harald Frentzen (1997 San Marino GP) - Michael Jackson - Blood On The Dance Floor

Mika Hakkinen (1997 European GP - 26th October) - Aqua - Barbie Girl

Eddie Irvine (1999 Australian GP - 7th March) - Boyzone - When The Going Gets Tough

Ruben Barrichello (2000 German GP - 30th July) - Craig David - 7 Days

Ralf Schumacher (2001 San Marino GP - 15th April) - Emma Bunton - What Took You So Long?

Juan Pablo Montoya (2001 Italian GP - 16th September) - DJ Otzi - Hey Baby

Kimi Raikkonen (2003 Malaysian GP - 23rd March) - Gareth Gates ft The Kumars - Spirit In The Sky

Giancarlo Fisichella (2003 Brazilian GP - 6th April) - Room 5 ft Oliver Cheatham - Make Luv

Fernando Alonso (2003 Hungarian GP - 24th August) - Blu Cantrell ft Sean Paul - Breathe

Jarno Trulli (2004 Monaco GP - 23rd May) - Frankee - F.U.R.B (F U Right Back

Jenson Button (2006 Hungarian GP - 6th August) - Shakira ft Wyclef Jean - Hips Don't Lie

Felipe Massa (2006 Turkish GP - 27th August) - Beyonce ft Jay-Z - Deja Vu

Lewis Hamilton (2007 Canadian GP - 10th June) - Rihanna ft Jay-Z - Umbrella

Robert Kubica (2008 Canadian GP - 8th June) - Mint Royale - Singin' In The Rain

Heikki Kovalainen (2008 Hungarian GP - 3rd August) - Dizzee Rascal ft Calvin Harris & Chrome - Dance Wiv Me

Sebastian Vettel (2008 Italian GP - 14th September) - Kings Of Leon - Sex On Fire

Mark Webber (2009 German GP - 12th July) - Cascada - Evacuate The Dancefloor

Nico Rosberg (2012 Chinese GP - 15th April) - Carly Rae Jepsen - Call Me Maybe

Pastor Maldonado (2012 Spanish GP - 13th May) - Rita Ora ft Tinie Tempah - R.I.P.

Daniel Ricciardo (2014 Canadian GP - 8th June) - Ed Sheeran - Sing

Max Verstappen (2016 Spanish GP - 15th May) - Drake ft Wizkid & Kyla - One Dance

Valtteri Bottas (2017 Russian GP - 30th April) - Clean Bandit ft Zara Larsson - Symphony

Charles Leclerc (2019 Belgian GP - 1st September) - Ed Sheeran ft Stormzy - Take Me Back To London

Pierre Gasly (2020 Italian GP - 6th September) - Cardi B ft Megan Thee Stallion - WAP

Sergio Perez (2020 Sakhir GP - 6th December) - Ariana Grande - Positions

Esteban Ocon (2021 Hungarian GP - 1st August) - Ed Sheeran - Bad Habits

Carlos Sainz Jr (2022 British GP - 3rd July) - Kate Bush - Running Up That Hill

George Russell (2022 Brazilian GP - 13th November) - Taylor Swift - Anti-Hero

Lando Norris (2024 Miami GP - 5th May) & Oscar Piastri (2024 Hungarian GP - 21st July) - Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso

And yes, I've created a Spotify playlist for these tunes 😊😊

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Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ, 1963. The TZ nomenclature stands for 'Tubolare Zagato', referencing the car's tubular chassis. It was powered by Alfa's 1,570cc twin-cam engined tuned for racing to produce 170bhp using SPICA fuel injection. Lorenzo Bandini piloted an early TZ to a class win and 2nd overall finish during the model’s racing debut at the Coppa FISA at Monza in November 1963. An string of class victories followed for the TZ at 1964 events, including the 12 Hours of Sebring, the Targa Florio, the Nürburgring 1000 KM, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Tour de France, the Coupe des Alpes, the Tour de Corse, and the Critérium des Cévennes. In total 112 were built by Zagato between 1963 and 1967. It was replaced by the TZ2

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Remembering Raja Paranjpe, the legendary actor, director, producer, and writer in Marathi cinema, on his 114th birth anniversary (24/04/1910).

Raja Paranjpe was quite a legend in Marathi stage and cinema as a writer, producer, director, and actor, but he did very few Hindi films. Ruling Marathi cinema from 1948 to 1969, he acted in 60 films and directed 27 films, including 13 Hindi films as an actor. His notable Hindi films as an actor include 'Chacha Chowdhury' (1953), 'Bandini' (1963), 'Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli' (1971), 'Piya Ka Ghar' (1972), and 'Us-Paar' (1974). The Hindi films directed by Raja Paranjpe include 'Baap Bete' (1959) and 'Love and Murder' (1966). The super hit Hindi film 'Mera Saaya' (1964) was a remake of his 1964 Marathi film 'Pathlaag.'

Raja Paranjpe's genius lay in his ability to bring a smile to the audience's face without any slapstick comedy and to bring them to tears without adding any glycerine to his own eyes.

In the second photo, Raja Paranjpe and Nutan appear in a still from the movie 'Bandini' (1963).

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INDIES TOP 1036 BOLLYWOOD MUSIC ALBUMS OF ALL TIME!

1.       .Pakeezah (1970)

2.       .Kaagaz Ke Phool (1959)

3.       .Aradhana (1969)

4.       .Kati Patang (1970)

5.       .Safar (1970)

6.       .Amar Prem (1970)

7.       .Prem Kahani (1975)

8.       .Do Raaste (196 )

9.       .Anand (1971)

10.   .Prem Nagar (1974)

11.   .Basant Bahar (196 )

12.   .Babul (1950)

13.   . Barsaat (1949)…

14.   .Bambai Ka Babu (196 )…

15.   .Pyaasa (1957)

16.   .Uran Khatola (1955)

17.   .Asli Naqli (196 )

18.   .Shahjehan (1946)

19.   .Nau Do Gyarah (1957)…

20.   .Disco Dancer (1982)

21.   .Ek duuje ke Liye (198 )

22.   .Parakh (1960)

23.   .Daag: A Poem of Love (1973)

24.   .Bhabhi (1957)

25.   .Teesri Manzil (1966)

26.   .Sachcha Jhutha (1969)

27.   .Guide (1965)

28.   .CID (1956)….

29.   .Love Story (1981)...

30.   .Anurodh (197 )

31.   .Aap Ki Kasam (1974)

32.   .Baharon ke sapne (1967)

33.   .Souten (1983)

34.   .Mehboob ki Mehndi (1971)

35.   .Saraswatichandra (196 )

36.   .Jis desh mein Ganga behti hai (195 )

37.   .Madhumati (1958)

38.   .Tansen (1943)

39.   .Do Aankhen Barah Hath (195 )

40.   .Shirdi ke Sai Baba

41.   .Dil Diya Dard Liya (196 )

42.   .Satyam Shivam Sundaram (1978)

43.   .Mughal-e-Azam (196 )

44.   .Anari (195 )

45.   .Namak Haraam (1973)

46.   .Dil Ek Mandir (1963)

47.   .Seema (195 )

48.   .The Train (1970)

49.   .Haathi Mere Saathi (1971)

50.   .Joru Ka Ghulam (197 )

51.   .Bandini (1963)

52.   .Bawarchi (1971)

53.   .Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai (196 )

54.   .Saagar (1985)

55.   .Ek Dil Sau Afsane (1963)

56.   .Apna Desh (1972)

57.   .Mela (1948)

58.   .Pyar Mohabbat (1966)

59.   .Solva Saal (1958)

60.   .Dr. Vidya (1962)

61.   .Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi (1958)

62.   .Dil Hi To Hai (1963)

63.   .Dushmun (1971)

64.   .Tyaag (1977)

65.   .Mere Jeevan Saathi (1972)

66.   .Ganga Jumna (1961)

67.   .Kala Pani (1958)

68.   .Hum Dono (1961)

69.   .Naya Daur (1957)

70.   .Sanjog (1960)

71.   .Chaudhvin ka chand (1960)

72.   .Anuraag (1972)

73.   .Teen Devian (1965)

74.   .Teesri Kasam (196 )

75.   .Taj Mahal (196 )

76.   .Son of India (196 )

77.   .Kismet (1943)

78.   .Junglee (1961)

79.   .Kathputli (1957)

80.   .Tere Ghar Ke Saamne (1963)

81.   .Anupama (196 )

82.   .Aakraman (1975)

83.   .Bundalbaaz (1976)

84.   .Aavishkar (1974)

85.   .Jab Pyar Kisise Hota hai (1961)

86.   .Mahal (1949)

87.   .Kabhi Kabhie (1977)

88.   .Bhai Bhai (195 )

89.   .Rani Rupmati (195 )

90.   .Jai Santoshi Maa (197 )

91.   .Aan Milo Sajna (197 )

92.   .Waqt (196 )

93.   .Mera Saaya (1966)

94.   .Love Marriage (1959)

95.   .Samadhi (1972)

96.   .Chandni (198 )

97.   .Aag (1948)

98.   .Musafir (1957)

99.   .Tarana (1950)

100.                        . Silsila (198 )

101.                        .Aandhi (197 )

102.                        .Albela (1951)

103.                        .Prince (1969)

104.                        .Pagla Kahin Ka (1970)

105.                        .An Evening In Paris (1967)

106.                        .Chhote Sarkar (1974)

107.                        .Preetam (1971)

108.                        .Dillagi (1949)

109.                        .Hatyara (1977)

110.                        .Ajnabee (1974)

111.                        .Anokhi Raat (1968 )

112.                        .Mehbooba (1976)

113.                        .Dil Daulat Duniya (1972)

114.                        .Duniya (1968)

115.                        .Paraya Dhan (197 )

116.                        .Naukri (1978)

117.                        .Lamhe

118.                        .Saajan (1969)

119.                        .Mera Naam Joker (1970)

120.                        .Kashmir Ki Kali (1964)

121.                        .Lal Kunwar (1952)

122.                        .Pyar Kiye Jaa (196 )

123.                        .Kinare Kinare (1963)

124.                        .Aashiq (1962)

125.                        .Mukti (1977)

126.                        .Boot Polish (1954)

127.                        .Shree 420 (1955)

128.                        .Phagun (1958)

129.                        .Dil deke dekho (195 )

130.                        .Parichay (197 )

131.                        .Khamoshi (1969)

132.                        .Nagin (1954)

133.                        .Aa Gale Lag Jaa (1973)

134.                        .Himalay Ki God Mein (1965)

135.                        .Jaagte raho (195 )

136.                        .Prem Pujari (197 )

137.                        .Bombay (1995)

138.                        .Mere Sanam (196 )

139.                        .Sargam (197 )

140.                        .Daag (1952)

141.                        .Professor (196 )

142.                        .Gambler (1971)

143.                        .Tumse Achha Kaun Hai (1969)

144.                        .Tinku (1977)

145.                        .Yahudi (1958)

146.                        .Nikaah (198 )

147.                        .Lal Patthar (196 )

148.                        .Dhanwan (1981)

149.                        .Prem Bandhan (1979)

150.                        .Ziddi (1948)

151.                        .Mera Desh Mera Dharam (1973)

152.                        .Manoranjan (1974)

153.                        .Talash (1969)

154.                        .1942 A Love Story

155.                        .Raja Rani (1973)

156.                        .Bluff Master (1963)

157.                        .Ishk Ishk Ishk (1974)

158.                        .Munimji (1955)

159.                        .Andaz (1949)

160.                        .Bhola Bhala (1978)

161.                        .Maryada (197 )

162.                        .Brahmachari (1968)

163.                        .Loafer (1973 )

164.                        .Andaz (1971)

165.                        .Amar Deep (1979)

166.                        .Avtaar (1983)

167.                        .Maha Chor (1976)

168.                        .Rajput (1981)

169.                        .Jewel Thief (1967)

170.                        .Roti (1974)

171.                        .Sazaa (1951)

172.                        .Hare Rama Hare Krishna (1971)

173.                        .Khel Khel Mein (1975 )

174.                        .Banarasi Babu (1973)

175.                        .Waris (1969 )

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Gulzar’s Top Achievements: Awards and Recognition

In the sprawling world of Bollywood, few names resonate with as much grace and artistry as Gulzar. Born Sampooran Singh Kalra on August 18, 1934, Gulzar has donned many hats — poet, lyricist, scriptwriter, director, and author. Known for his mastery over language and his ability to weave emotions into words, Gulzar has significantly influenced Indian cinema and literature. His contributions have transcended time, leaving an indelible mark on millions of hearts. This article explores the journey of Gulzar, his poetic brilliance, and how he became an iconic figure in Indian cinema.

Early Life and Literary Beginnings:

Gulzar’s journey is one of resilience and passion. Born in a small town in British India, he witnessed the horrors of the Partition, an event that deeply influenced his writing. His love for literature blossomed early, and he found solace in the works of great Urdu and Hindi poets like Mirza Ghalib, Allama Iqbal, and Rabindranath Tagore.

Gulzar’s initial foray into the arts wasn’t without struggles. After moving to Mumbai, he worked in a garage while penning poetry in his free time. His big break came when he was introduced to music director S.D. Burman, who recognized his talent and offered him an opportunity to write lyrics for the 1963 film Bandini. The song “Mora Gora Ang Lai Le” marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career.

Crafting a Poetic Legacy in Bollywood:

Gulzar’s lyrics are a blend of simplicity and profound depth. His ability to communicate complex emotions through everyday language is unparalleled. Songs like “Tujhse Naraz Nahin Zindagi” from Masoom and “Tere Bina Zindagi Se” from Aandhi exemplify his poetic sensibility.

A hallmark of Gulzar’s writing is his use of metaphors and imagery. He brings a poetic perspective to life’s everyday moments, elevating them to universal themes of love, loss, and longing. His words are not merely lyrics but a narrative that complements the mood and essence of the films.

Some of his most iconic collaborations were with R.D. Burman, creating timeless melodies such as “Musafir Hoon Yaaron” (Parichay), “Aane Wala Pal” (Golmaal), and “Do Naina Ek Kahani” (Masoom). Each of these songs carries Gulzar’s signature touch — emotive, poignant, and enduring.

Expanding Horizons: Filmmaking and Direction

While Gulzar gained immense popularity as a lyricist, he didn’t limit himself to songwriting. He ventured into filmmaking, crafting movies that were as poetic as his lyrics. Films like Aandhi (1975), Mausam (1975), and Ijaazat (1987) showcased his storytelling prowess, where every frame was infused with his poetic vision.

His directorial ventures often explored themes of human relationships, societal expectations, and inner conflicts. For instance, Ijaazat delves into the complexities of love and letting go, while Aandhi is a nuanced take on the personal sacrifices demanded by political ambition.

Gulzar’s transition from writing to filmmaking allowed him to expand his artistic expression. His films, much like his songs, struck a chord with audiences and critics alike, earning him multiple National Film Awards.

The Timelessness of Gulzar’s Work:

What sets Gulzar apart is the timeless quality of his work. His songs, written decades ago, remain relevant today. Tracks like “Chaiyya Chaiyya” from Dil Se and “Beedi Jalaile” from Omkara demonstrate his versatility in writing for different genres and generations.

Gulzar’s ability to adapt to changing times while staying true to his poetic roots is remarkable. Whether writing for soulful melodies or high-energy dance numbers, his lyrics always maintain their poetic essence. His work bridges the gap between traditional and contemporary music, making it relatable to audiences of all ages.

Gulzar’s Global Recognition:

Gulzar’s contributions have not gone unnoticed internationally. He was awarded an Academy Award and a Grammy for penning the lyrics of “Jai Ho” from Slumdog Millionaire, in collaboration with A.R. Rahman. This achievement further cemented his status as a global icon.

In addition to these accolades, Gulzar has been honored with numerous national awards, including the Padma Bhushan and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. His body of work is a testament to his unparalleled artistry and dedication to his craft.

Legacy and Influence:

Beyond his individual contributions, Gulzar’s influence on Indian cinema and literature is immeasurable. His daughter, Meghna Gulzar, continues his legacy in the world of filmmaking, creating impactful movies like Raazi and Chhapaak. Their collaborations showcase how Gulzar’s artistic ethos has inspired and shaped the next generation.

Moreover, Gulzar has inspired countless poets, lyricists, and filmmakers who see him as a beacon of creativity and excellence. His works are studied and celebrated in literary and cinematic circles, ensuring that his legacy endures.

Conclusion:

Gulzar journey from a young poet in post-Partition India to a stalwart of Bollywood and global cinema is a story of talent, passion, and perseverance. His poetic brilliance has touched the hearts of millions, making him a cultural icon whose work will continue to inspire generations.

Immerse yourself in the magic of Gulzar’s words. Listen to his timeless tracks on Spotify, revisit his classic films, and dive into his poetry to experience the depth of his artistry. Let Gulzar’s world of emotions, metaphors, and stories take you on an unforgettable journey.

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Dharmendra and Nutan in a still from Bandini (1963) | dir, Bimal Roy

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Guru Dutt and Bimal Roy at the Filmfare awards 1963 - Bimal Roy received awards for “Bandini”, best film and best direction.

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Bandini (1963)

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Lorenzo Bandini & Ludovico Scarfiotti - Ferrari 250 P - vainqueurs des 24 Heures du mans 1963. © Didier Laporte. - source Carros e Pilotos.

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If you have to go, if it is written your time is that day, you will die whether you go racing or not.

- Lorenzo Bandini, Ferrari Formula One driver (1935-1967)

In May 1967 Denny Hulme won the Monaco Grand Prix at Monte Carlo, his first championship win, but the day was overshadowed by the death of Italian Lorenzo Bandini who crashed while in second place.  After two years without a fatality during a race, the brutal reality returned in an appalling accident witnessed by thousands.

Lorenzo Bandini was a racing driver from Italy who recorded 42 starts in the Formula One World Championship between 1961 and 1967. He achieved his first class victory at the 1958 Mille Miglia in 1958 driving a Lancia Appia Zagato.In 1959 and 1960 he drove a Formula Junior Stanguellini and caught the attention of the Formula 1 teams.

He then moved to F1 in 1961 with the Scuderia Centro Sud, and finished third at the non-championship race at Pau.Early 1962, Bandini was hired by Ferrari and on his debut for the Scuderia finished an excellent third at the Monaco Grand Prix.For 1963, the Italian was retained by the Ferrari for sports cars races only, and along with Ludovico Scarfiotti, he won the Le Mans 24 Hours and finished second in the Targa Florio.

In 1964, Lorenzo Bandini had his best Formula One season. He won the Austrian Grand Prix at the Zeltweg circuit and helped team mate Surtees clinch the title by letting him pass at the Mexican Grand Prix.

In 1965 Bandini won the Targa Florio again, and in 1966, still with the Scuderia Ferrari was unlucky not to win the French and the US Grand Prix, due to mechanical problems.1967 had started well, Lorenzo Bandini and Chris Amon won the Daytona 24 Hours and the 1000 km of Monza.

For Bandini, as an Italian, he had the weight of Ferrari’s history on his shoulders. He was widely expected to be crowned world champion in 1967. 

But Bandini had reached the most dangerous point in a driver's career. He was the only one left to uphold Italian prestige and all eyes were upon him. The fans, his friends and the Press were all demanding great things. He simply had to win. He had to show that he was better than so many people thought.

Bandini was lying in second when he clipped the chicane, and crashed upside down. His car caught fire, igniting straw bales which lined the track, and as it burned with a conscious Bandini trapped inside, several attempts were made to pull him out but each time the intensity of the blaze beat inadequately equipped marshals back.  As cars continued to race past, Bandini was eventually pulled clear but died from terrible burns three days later. His Ferrari continued to burn for the rest of the afternoon.

With the field limited to 16 cars, most places were allocated to teams which had been racing for three years or more, leaving the rest to scrap for the eight remaining slots.

Bandini led off the line from Hulme, while pole-sitter Jack Brabham broke a connecting rod on the opening lap and soon after spun out on his own oil. After two laps Hulme passed Bandini, and after seven Jackie Stewart took the lead.

John Surtees moved into third until his Honda expired in a cloud of blue smoke, and then Jim Clark, harrying Bruce McLaren for third, suffered a broken suspension as he took the 90mph left-hander at the Tabac Turn and his Lotus crashed into a wall.

By halfway only eight cars remained, and although Hulme led, Bandini steadily ate into the gap.  But Motorsport noted that "Hulme's superior physical condition was coming out on top and poor Bandini was beginning to flag and lack concentration, occasionally being untidy and ragged on some corners".

Photo: Chris Amon in the remaining Ferrari passes the horrifying crash of his team-mate, Lorenzo Bandini.

But on the 81st of 100 laps Bandini crashed, leaving team-mate Chris Amon in second, but his career-long ill fortune was again to the fore as his Ferrari suffered a puncture - possibly from running over the debris of the smoking wreck - dropping him to third behind Graham Hill.

Bandini was taken by boat across the harbour with serious burns, and a lung injury. His spleen was removed in an operation, but he died three days later.

Bandini was 32. Bandini died on 7 May 1967 despite the night and day efforts of leading French and Italian specialists to save his life. Only hours before his death, doctors had said his condition appeared slightly improved. He underwent a four-and-half-hour oneration following the accident which marred the 25th running of the Monaco classic.

Dr Michael Henderson, in his book ‘Motor Racing in Safety’ says of Bandini’s accident, ‘He was trapped because rescue procedure was ill-directed through poor training and equipment. He was incapacitated through sever impact injuries received when the car crashed into the harbour wall – possibly, even, he was unconscious for a time. Due to this incapacitation he was unable to help himself at all. The car became an inferno because of a profuse flow of petrol from aluminium tanks ripped open in the crash. The rate at which a fire burns is directly related to the rate of fuel flow’. In common with all other 1967 Grand Prix cars, the Ferrari carried no built-in fire extinguishing system. This added up to fatal burn injury. But, although the immediate cause of Bandini’s death was from burns, the contributory causes of trapping and impact injury were so important that if they had been eliminated he would not have died. Lorenzo Bandini was the best italian driver after Alberto Ascari's era, his loss was profound to the motor sport Formula One racing.

Photo: Monte Carlo Grand Prix, Monaco. 1967. Lorenzo Bandini (Ferrari 312) leads John Surtees (Honda RA273) and Jochen Rindt (Cooper T81B Maserati). Bandini later crashed suffering fatal injuries.