What will you learn from this book
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Introduction to Shammi Kapoor: The book offers an introduction to Shammi Kapoor, his background, family, and early life, providing context for his rise to fame in the Indian film industry.
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Revolutionizing Bollywood: Rauf explores how Shammi Kapoor revolutionized Bollywood cinema with his unique style, energy, and charisma, setting new trends and redefining the role of the leading man in Indian cinema.
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The 'Yahoo' Star: The book delves into Shammi Kapoor's signature "Yahoo" dance moves and his on-screen persona, which captivated audiences and earned him the title of the "Yahoo" star.
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Versatile Actor: Rauf discusses Shammi Kapoor's versatility as an actor, showcasing his ability to excel in a wide range of roles, from romantic leads to comedic characters and dramatic performances.
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Influence on Indian Cinema: The biography explores Shammi Kapoor's influence on Indian cinema and his contributions to the evolution of Bollywood, both as an actor and as a trendsetter.
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Music and Dance: Rauf highlights the importance of music and dance in Shammi Kapoor's films, showcasing his memorable performances and the enduring popularity of songs from his movies.
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Personal Life and Relationships: The book offers insights into Shammi Kapoor's personal life, including his relationships, family dynamics, and the impact of his personal experiences on his career.
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Legacy and Influence: Rauf examines Shammi Kapoor's lasting legacy and influence on subsequent generations of actors and filmmakers in Bollywood, celebrating his enduring popularity and cultural significance.
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Challenges and Triumphs: The biography discusses the challenges and triumphs Shammi Kapoor faced throughout his career, including setbacks, failures, and moments of triumph that shaped his journey in the film industry.
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Fond Memories: Finally, "Shammi Kapoor - The Game Changer" shares fond memories and anecdotes from Shammi Kapoor's life and career, offering readers a nostalgic look back at the life and times of one of Bollywood's most beloved stars.
| Language | English |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 9789385609626 |
| ISBN-13 | 9789385609626 |
| No of pages | 331 |
| Font Size | Medium |
| Book Publisher | Om Books International |
| Published Date | 01 Jan 2016 |
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Shammi Kapoor was an absolute original, who redefined the profile of the Hindi filmhero in the late ’50s and cast him in a unique,
highly individualistic mould. He was a farcry from the self-righteous ‘hero’ of the time. He broke the existing rules, made his own.
After a spell of initial shock the audiences went berserk over his machismo, the roguish demeanour and the flamboyance with which
he sang and danced. And he became the first hero to break into the formidable cordon of the Big Three of the time: Raj Kapoor, Dilip
Kumar and Dev Anand, who had dominated the scene unchallenged for more than a decade. Shammi’s uncanny sense of music
revolutionised the song-and-dance routine which led to the evolution of a new genre of ‘musical romance’. Unfortunately, the critics
of the time failed to comprehend his highly individualistic style and swagger.
And the way he violated the image of the conventional hero of the time made them pass him over as a ‘freak’. Nevertheless, history hasn’t denied him his niche. As film scholar Dr. Punita Bhatt succinctly avers, “Shammi Kapoor represented the blending of unique elements rooted in time, place, and his own talent. More important and less appreciated, is the fact that Shammi Kapoor’s contribution, like Dilip Kumar’s, has seeped into the mainstream of popular cinema in India, becoming a part of the larger tradition every actor is heir to. Jeetendra in the first phase of his career, Rajesh Khanna in early films like The Train and Aradhana and Rishi Kapoor on many occasions, are only a few of those in whom Shammi Kapoor’s influence was pronounced. In dozens of others it is less visible but there, nevertheless.”