Superstars of Bollywood: 100 years of Indian Cinema

`Bollywood' is the name which defines art, talent and vision which today has reached nooks and corners globally. Let us take you back to the golden era, evolution of Bollywood and its shining `Superstars'. Here we bring to you the Top Superstars of Bollywood over 100 years. Rajesh Khanna's name is synonyms for romance in Indian Cinema. The actor has several back to back hit films like Aaradhna, Saccha Jhootha, Roti, Daag, Haatji Mere Saathi to his credit. The chocolate boy of Bollywood rose to instant national fame and stardom with his film Aardhana. He was soon referred as the first ‘superstar of India’ by film critics. Before dying he prerecorded farewell message to be played after his death. Rajesh Khanna died aged 69 on July 18, 2012.

In This Pic : Rajesh Khanna, Bollywood superstar, 100 years of Indian cinema

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Aamir Khan: In the past few years Aamir Khan has grown into a respectable actor and director in Bollywood. The actor does one film a year and that's what makes him different from other superstars. Being choosy about what one does in Bollywood is so rare and commendable. Hence, the actor has been tagged as `Mr. Perfectionist'. He is a real professional and takes his career as a mission.

In This Pic : Bollywood superstar, Aamir Khan, 100 years of Indian cinema

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Dilip Kumar: The living legend Dilip Kumar who is considered as a ‘Bollywood thespian’ indeed is a fortuitous that when the Hindi cinema is celebrating the 100th year of its existence, the thespian also celebrated 90 years of his age recently. He is considered thespian as he was part of the cinema since 1944 and also known as a reference point for approaching the craft of acting. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contributions towards Indian cinema and nominated him to Rajya Sabha

In This Pic : Dilip Kumar, 100 years of Indian cinema

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Dev Anand: He has always been called as the 'evergreen' star for his immortal charm and undying spirit. The legend is also known for being a matinee idol with a Hollywood star persona. The actor turned film maker has given us some path breaking and popular films like Guide, Jewel Thief, Johnny Mera Naam, Des Pardes.

In This Pic : Dev Anand, 100 years of Indian cinema

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Rajendra Kumar: During 1960's Rajendra Kumar had become the hottest actor and every film starring him was a silver jubilee hit. There were instances when he had six or seven films running in their silver jubilee weeks at the same time, since then Rajendra Kumar came to be known as 'Jubilee Kumar'.

In This Pic : Rajendra Kumar, 100 years of Indian cinema

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