Dance, Romance, Repeat: Celebrate Shammi Kapoor’s Legacy on Tata Play Classic Cinema

~ Experience the timeless charm of classic cinema this October 21 as Tata Play Classic Cinema pays tribute to the legendary Shammi Kapoor’s legacy on service 318 ~

This October, Tata Play Classic Cinema is taking the ‘charm’ a notch higher by celebrating the birth anniversary of Bollywood’s ‘Jumping Jack’—the legendary and charismatic Shammi Kapoor! Born on October 21, 1931, the original Kapoor prodigy was the ultimate trendsetter, known for his electrifying dance moves, romantic flair, and unforgettable style. With over 100 films and a Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award to his name, he became a sensation with hits like Tumsa Nahin Dekha (1957), Dil Deke Dekho (1959), and Junglee (1961). His movies, filled with vibrant colors, catchy tunes, and pure fun, defined the 1960s and continue to inspire Bollywood today.

Tata Play Classic Cinema will air some of his most popular films to celebrate Shammi Kapoor’s birthday. So get ready to tune in and enjoy the magic of this legendary superstar.

Dil Deke Dekho (1959) : 11:00 AM

Dil Deke Dekho (1959) is a classic Indian romantic comedy film directed by Nasir Hussain, following his successful debut with ‘Tumsa Nahin Dekha’ (1957). The film featured the dynamic duo of Shammi Kapoor and Asha Parekh, who made her adult film debut in this movie. Nasir Hussain’s direction, coupled with Shammi Kapoor’s charismatic performance and Asha Parekh’s fresh presence, contributed to the film’s success. The film’s soundtrack, composed by Usha Khanna with lyrics by Majrooh Sultanpuri, added another layer of charm and became a hit in its own right. Dil Deke Dekho was a massive box office hit of its time, solidifying Shammi Kapoor’s position as a leading man in the Indian film industry.

An Evening In Paris (1967): 02:00 PM

One of the most celebrated romantic movies of Shammi Kapoor and Sharmila Tagore,  An Evening in Paris revolves around Deepa who travels to Paris to find love and meets Shyam but a turn of events leads to a series of misunderstandings and complications. Directed by Shakti Samanta, the film is celebrated for its stylish visuals and memorable music by Shankar-Jaikishan. Notably, Sharmila Tagore’s appearance in a bikini caused a cultural sensation in India, setting a trend for future actresses. The film’s romantic storyline, cultural impact, and intriguing plot twist involving the lookalike have solidified its status as a classic of Indian cinema.

Bluff Master (1963): 05:00 PM

Bluff Master is a classic Bollywood comedy film directed by Manmohan Desai, featuring Shammi Kapoor, Saira Banu, Pran, and Lalita Pawar. Shammi Kapoor plays a charming but unemployed con man who often pretends to be from a wealthy family. When he falls in love with Seema (Saira Banu), his bluffing becomes more complicated. With witty dialogues by Rajendra Krishan, Bluff Master is a light-hearted and entertaining film that went onto carve its own legacy as Bollywood soon released a film of the same name starring Abhishek Bachchan and Priyanka Chopra.

Junglee (1961): 08:00 PM

One of Shammi Kapoor’s iconic movies, Junglee  is a heart-warming tale of two lovers who beat all odds to be with each other as they belong to the opposite economic classes of society. The film featured Saira Bannu’s debut,introducing Indian cinema to their celebrated on-screen chemistry. The movie was a commercial success and soon went on to be recognised for its celebrated song ‘Chahe Koi Mujhe Junglee Kahe’, which still continues to be sung across generations. Junglee also had a successful run in Bangalore and Mysore and was later remade in Telugu as ‘Sarada Ramudu’ (1980). The film received recognition with a Filmfare Best Sound Award for Kuldeep Singh and a Filmfare nomination for Best Actress for Saira Banu.

~ Celebrate the legendary Shammi Kapoor’s charismatic presence and timeless classics on 21 October, only with Tata Play Classic Cinema on service 318 ~