Crazy For Kishore

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore", Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar talks about the bond shared by Ashok Kumar and Kishore Da. They explore how Kishore Da was utterly mesmerized by the presence of his elder brother, Ashok Kumar. What's more, did you know that there was an age gap of 18 years between the two? listen to the extraordinary connection between the two brothers how this bond extended far beyond the realms of cinema and was deeply rooted in their shared passion for singing and acting. Don't miss out—tune in now!

In this episode, Amit kumar and Sumit kumar talks about the 1954 film "Naukri" Starring Kishore Da along with the breathtaking Sheila Ramani, how the project was laid out, with Kishore Da in the initial stages of his playback singing, learn about how Kishore Da had a slight discomfort about him being tested by Salil Chowdhury, Listen in to know more about the antics and the behind the scene of the film "Naukri".

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore" Host Amit kumar and Sumit Kumar They talk about the movie which set in stone the playback singing career of Kishore Da's, How the Acting of Rajesh Khanna and the singing of Kishore Kumar was a legendry duo which started the golden era of Bollywood with back to back hits and ever green songs which still tops the charts till date, Their evergreen songs continue to rule the charts today. Discover how their friendship began long before they became stars. Listen in now

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore," Amit and Sumit Kumar team up to share a Hilarious story about a song shoot in Kolkata. They faced denials for permissions to film on the Hooghly River. To overcome this, the producers ingeniously constructed a makeshift Howrah Bridge at Filmalaya Studio in Mumbai. This song not only boosted Kishore da's performance but also surprised both performers and the audience. It served as a statement to those who doubted his ability in classical singing. Tune in now to discover the name of this remarkable song!

They say, 'You only live once,' and that's so true, isn't it? Join our hosts, Amit and Sumit, as they take you on a crazy journey into Kishore Da's carefree life. It's quite amusing to learn that he actually had a 'Beware of Kishore' sign outside his house. And let's not forget about Manas putra and its unique connection with Kishore Da. Tune in to discover these captivating stories in this episode!"

In this episode, hosts Amit and Sumit takes you to the intriguing world of Kishore Da's science fiction thriller, "Mr. X in Bombay." one of the first science fiction movies of Bollywood, the film's music was composed by the talented Laxmikant Pyarelal, and interestingly, Kishore Da himself expressed admiration for his work. Surprisingly, did you know Kishore Da didn't request any compensation for lending his vocals to a song in one of Rajesh Khanna's movies. Well, tune in to know more.

In the 3rd season of "Crazy for Kishore," Amit da and Sumit da, sons of Kishore Kumar, will take us on a journey where we'll hear stories about Kishore da's personal and professional life. In this episode, they take us to his evergreen hit, "Tum Aa Gaye Ho Noor Aa Gaya." Interestingly, they reveal that the song originally had a different melody, but Kishore Da transformed it into an everlasting classic. Additionally, they share intriguing gossip about Gouri Kunj. Did you know that during the restoration of Gouri Kunj bungalow, Kishore Da intentionally preserved an old and distorted pillar? But why? Well, you'll have to tune in to this episode of "Crazy for Kishore" to find out!

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore," Amit Kumar talks about the strictness of the censor board back in the 90s. Believe it or not, it wasn't just movies that were scrutinized, but even some songs came under strike from the censor board! If any word didn't pass the screening, and the singer wasn't available for a re-recording, those parts of the song were actually dubbed over. However, did you know, the evergreen song "Michale Hai to Cycle Hain" went through something similar? So tune in now.

In this episode, host Amit Kumar takes us to the first ever internatioal tour of Kishore Da, sharing some amazing stories from Kishore Da's in Mauritius. And guess what? On his way back, he even recorded the timeless classic "Khiza Ke Phool" with the legendary Laxmikant Pyarelal. But here's the fun fact, Kishore Da had a little bet going with his team. Wanna know what it was and who won? Well, you'll have to give it a listen to find out! Tune in for more.

'Basanti, in kutto ke samne mat nachna'—the iconic dialog from 'Sholay' that stole hearts. In this episode, Host Satish Kaushik talks about the legendary Kishore da and R.D. Burman's evergreen songs, like "Mehbooba Mehbooba," "Yeh Dosti," and "Koi Haseena Jab," remain timeless. Starring Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Amjad Khan, Hema Malini, Jaya Bhaduri, and more, this masterpiece holds a trove of trivia. 'Sholay,' the legendary 1975 blockbuster, made cinematic history as the first Indian film with stereophonic sound and 70mm widescreen. An unreleased Qawali, featuring Kishore da and Manna Dey, adds intrigue. Want to know why it didn't make the cut? Tune in to uncover the full story.

In today's episode, Amit Kumar shares a tale highlighting the extraordinary bond between Sunil Dutt and the legendary Kishore Kumar. How it took Dutt ji almost a year to persuade Kishore kumar for the Nathula show, to Kishore Da's not so good health, and their everlasting friendship. Did you know there's actually a road named after Kishore Da! Tune in for more.

In today's episode, host Amit Kumar takes us on a trip back to the '90s, remembering the superhit film "Bhai-Bhai" from 1956. This movie was not only a family drama but also packed with plenty of unexpected twists and turns. We'll be diving into everything, from the timeless track "Ae Dil Mujhe Bata De" to Dada Muni's insightful predictions about the film. Tune in to find out which South movie it's a remake of! It's going to be a nostalgic ride you won't want to miss!

Host Amit Kumar talks about a funny tongue-twister mix-up with Kishore Kumar. On the way to his first show at Nathula, a playful challenge with a brigadier made them a bit late. But Kishore da had a smart plan to solve the 'chaar kachari kachche chacha' puzzle. Tune in for more warm stories. Don't miss it!

Amit Kumar is talking to his mom, Ruma Guha Thakurta, and his stepmom, Leena Chandavarkar. They're sharing some interesting stories from the 1990s about love and marriage. They talk about how Leena Ji wanted to get married to Kishore Da early and some funny moments they had. Ruma Guha Thakurta also shares her special memories with Satyajit Ray. It's a nice chat between a son and his moms. Tune in to hear these cool stories from their past.

Marriage shenanigans and tales, In this episode of Crazy for Kishore, Amit Kumar has a heartfelt talk with his mom Ruma Guha Thakurta and his third stepmom Leena Chandavarkar. They spilled the beans on some fantastic marriage stories from back in the day. Yep, they dished out all the romantic tales from the 90s, including how Kishore Da, Ruma, and Leena tied the knot. They covered everything from the first proposal to handling a not-so-happy dad. Don't miss this episode if you want to hear all the exciting details!

In this episode, host Amit Kumar shares some of his finest experiences and favorite songs by Mohammad Rafi and anecdotes behind it. Kumar also takes us back to the memory lane, when in the year 1971, Mohammad Rafi shared a valuable tip with him after his stage performance. Tune in for more.

In this episode Amit Kumar speaks to Ruma Guha Thakurta and Leena Chandavarkar and dive deep to explore some amazing yaadon ka pitara. The song "Marne ki duayen kyun mangoon" forged a deep connection between Amit Kumar's mother, Ruma Guha Thakurta and Kishore Kumar. They also discuss songs like "Mayabono Biharini", and the lullaby sung by Leena Chandavarkar. Join us in paying homage to the legendary Kishore Kumar as we extend our belated, yet warm birthday wishes to him.

In this episode, Amit Kumar tells us about how his father and the legendary singer Mohammed Rafi were really close friends. Amit shares that Kishore Da had a favorite song by Rafi Sahab, which was always a part of his shows. However, the most touching moment of this episode is when Amit Kumar shares the memory of the day when Rafi Sahab insisted on seeing him safely home but chose not to step inside Kishore Da's house. To find out why, listen to the full story.

In this episode, Amit Kumar talks about the happy times of "Kishore Nights." He shares how much joy these shows brought. He also talks about how Kishore da's concerts were always full and successful, even without sponsors. However, the income tax department always took a big part of Kishore da's earnings. This situation actually brought Amit Kumar and Kishore Kumar closer. If you want to know more, give it a listen!

The host, Amit Kumar, talks about funny and memorable moments from Kishore Da's first stage show in Mumbai. He shares a story about a makeup mishap during another great performance that turned into something funny. We'll also hear about a funny interaction between Kishore Da and Manna Dey. Don't miss this episode for a fun time!