Renowned filmmaker Shakti Samanta, known for his classics like Aradhana and Kati Patang, was a timeless filmmaker of his era. The famous veteran filmmaker Shakti Samanta created several classic films in the 60s, 70s, and 80s, including Howrah Bridge, Barsaat Ki Ek Raat, Aradhana, and the 1993 release Geetanjali. Shakti Da worked with many stars like Ashok Kumar, Dev Anand, Rajesh Khanna, Shammi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and Mithun Chakraborty, helping them reach the heights of fame.
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In an interaction held long time back in the past, the gem of an artist, Shakti reflected on his deep bond with legendary actor Ashok Kumar. Reminiscing about the golden era of Bollywood, Samanta spoke of Kumar’s unmatched discipline, work ethics, and the warmth he brought to every set. He described the veteran actor as a pillar of the industry, someone who not only led by example. Together they have collaborated for Howrah Bridge and stood as testaments to their mutual respect and creative synergy.
In this flashback podcast, hear the famous veteran filmmaker Shakti Samanta, where he shares his experiences from his early career as an actor and his time working with the legendary Ashok Kumar as a filmmaker.
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