He confessed since our Hindi films were mainly entertainers the box office factor always ruled the roost.
In a discussion with an English critic KA Abbas pointed out the drawbacks of Indian cinema. David Lean was full of praise for Nimmi’s questioning expressions in Aandhiyan and Kalpana Kantik’s underplaying. Raj Kapoor and Nargis were mobbed by fans, especially from Italy and France.ĭavid Lean who was a delegate renewed his association with Chetan Anand which started with Brief encounters and Neechanagar jointly winning the Grand Prix at Cannes in 1946. KA Abbas managed with real difficulty shows of both English and Hindi versions of Rahi. Dev Anand was the heartthrob of the females for his debonair looks, sincere, honest performances in Aandhiyan and Rahi. The esquire European cine lovers marvelled at Balraj Sahni’s studied and flawless performance. The screening of Do Bigha Zamin received a standing ovation from critics and viewers. On special occasions, Nargis also enlightened the August gathering about highlights of Awara and Indian Cinema. KA Abbas, Balraj Sahni, Dev Anand and Raj Kapoor did maximum of the interacting and speaking. Even the eloquent Chetan Anand and Salil Chowdhury avoided interacting with the media. The delegation had received a warm welcome at Venice.īimal Ray an introvert spoke only when required. The films that were screened at Venice included Do Bigha Zamin, Aandhiyan, Rahi and Awara. Led by Bimal Ray the delegation included Balraj Sahni, Salil Chowdhury, KA Abbas, Chetan Anand, Dev Anand, Raj Kapoor and Nargis. In 1953 the first Indian film delegation attended the coveted Venice International Film Festival.
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