Refreshing old memories

It is a trip down the memory lane. All the die-hard fans of Indian cinema and bollywood who are keen on history and trivia's on their favourite bollywood stars can now know it all through a pack of 4 DVD collector’s edition with over 750 minutes of Bollywood Nostalgia , trivia, 550 song clips and 101  full songs.
The collector’s edition is titled 101 Silver Screen Stars has been released by Shemaroo Entertainment as its tribute to 100 years of Indian cinema. This collector's edition bridges the past, present and future of Indian cinema. The entire series a fantastic audio visual treat that takes one through the life journeys of 101 popular hindi film heroes and heroines. The entire collection is well researched and not mere compilation. It also has some very famous anecdotes. The pack also includes a glamorous film diary consisting of interesting film art works years of cinema on each page. Priced at just Rs 699, it’s a must have for all film lovers.
Previously, the company's release of DD shows Its release of Zabaan Sambhal Ke (which means ‘mind your language’), the superhit comedy show of 1993, and Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi, was followed by all 100 episodes of Nukkad’s in a 13-DVD Pack priced at an affordable Rs 1,299.
In the 1980s, public broadcaster Doordarshan was our only entertainment, apart from going to the theatre to watch a film. Honestly, I loved to watch DD. It was when national programmes were introduced in 1982. It was the same year when colour TV kicked off in India, with the live telecast of the Independence Day speech by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on August 15. Then came the Asian Games, held in Delhi. The 1980s were the era of Doordarshan and shows such as Hum Log (1984), Buniyaad (1986-87), sitcoms such as Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi (1984) and Nukkad (1986-87).The best thing about these shows was that they were simple stories told well. We all had our own favourites, for which we waited week after week.Shows such as these, or Rajni or Zaban Sambhal Ke, had a cult following that cut across the boundaries of age and time. Even today’s generation loves them.
Nukkad, directed by Kundan Shah and Saeed Mirza, was one of the most popular TV shows of the late 1980s.It aired every Monday during prime time – nine pm. Nukkad means street corner. As the name suggests, the show deals with the struggles of common people who live in the area, and who are trying to make a living in an increasingly harsh social and economic climate. The characters – Khopdi, Teacher-ji, Pheku, Guru, and others – meet at the local nukkad every evening and share their life stories. With a touch of humour, the serial portrays the realities of the common man’s life.
No satellite channels seem to have bought these shows of yesteryear, and I am glad that DVDs of them are now easily available across the country. So grab your copies now!