Crazy For Kishore

In this installment of Crazy for Kishore, Sudesh Bhosle, our host, transports us to the set of the 1949 film “Mahal.” Recognized as India's inaugural proper Horror film, it achieved significant success. However, the focus of this episode is on the escapades of Kishore da during its night shoots. Tune in now and find out how Kishore Da scared the soul out of Madhubala ji.

In this episode of Crazy for Kishore, Our beloved Sudesh Bhosle, In the last episode you heard about the bond shared by Kishore Da and Manna Dey, Sudesh now reveals that their connection was not without its share of arguments and conflicts. Tune in to hear Sudesh narrate an incident that made Kishore Da furious. Additionally, don't miss another exciting segment of "Yu Hota To Kya Hota."

Episode summary: In this episode of Crazy for Kishore, host Sudesh Bhosale talks about hte friendship of Kishore Da and Manna Dey Aka Manna Da, their friendship started of from Bombay talkies where the two of them used to work, diving more about their connections and the fun loving side of Kishore Da. In today's "Yu hota to kya Hota," Sudesh skillfully mimics Manna Da's voice to perform a superhit Kishore Kumar song. Tune in for more

In this episode of Crazy for Kishore, Our host Sudesh Bhosale, talks about the hobbies of Kishore Da, taking us deeper into the world of Kishore Kumar, From his profound admiration for Hollywood music...

In this installment of "Crazy for Kishore," Sudesh Bhosle, the host, talks about the 70s, where the film industry experienced its full glory. The episode explores the rise of formula films, Manmohan Desai masala entertainers, the magical collaboration between RD Burman and Kishore Da, and not to be overlooked the musical extravaganza of Kishore Kumar himself. Additionally, stay tuned for another engaging segment of "Yu Hota To Kya Hota." Tune in now!

Welcome back to a fresh episode of "Crazy for Kishore" featuring a new vibe and your new host, RJ Sudhesh Bhosle. Sudesh talks about the relations ship between Kishore Kumar and his two sons Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar, listen in to the bond they shared behind the scenes of their craft. Join us as we unravel the behind-the-scenes bond they shared in the world of their craft. Additionally, stay tuned for a wild new segment just for you titled "Yu Hota To Kya Hota." Tune in to discover what all the fuss is about!

In this episode of Crazy for Kishore, Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar talks about the connection Kishore Da felt from Chaim Topol, Kishore Da held immense admiration for Topol and his work, particularly his film "Fiddler on the Roof," which he watched 15 times. Tune in now to hear the stories from the Kumar family's London trip, where Kishore Da interacted with Chaim Topol and shared a memorable moment together on stage.

In Today's episode of "Crazy For Kishore" Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar discuss Kishore da's unique approach to crafting his songs, along with the dynamic trio of Kishore da, Asha ji, and RD Burman, highlighting the hilarious incidents that always unfolded during their recording sessions. Amit Kumar shares a particularly funny tale about a recording session for a Bengali song that Kishore da later adapted into a Hindi version.  to discover the song in question, be sure to tune in now!

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore" Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar take us on yet another tale of Kishore Da and his funny antics on the sets of his films, we all know how Kishore Kumar was admired and respeced forhis singing, While Kishore Kumar is widely celebrated for his remarkable singing talent, his offbeat and humorous persona during film shoots is just another side of him which everyone just adored. One memorable instance of this was during the filming of the 1955 movie "Pehli Jhalak," where he shared an action-packed scene with Pran Sab. Tune in now

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore," Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar discuss how Kishore Kumar, without any formal training, emerged as one of the greatest singers to ever grace our world. Also talking about hilarious tales of Kishore da from the sets of the film "Thodisi Bewafaii" Have you ever wondered which song earned Kishore Kumar his Filmfare Award? Tune in now to find out!

 In this episode of Crazy For Kishore, Amit kumar and Sumit kumar take us on a journey filled with music and masti, diving into how Kishore da mastered the art of yodelling, and how he learnt this form of music mastery, Notably, Kishore Kumar's name graces the pages of the Guinness Book of World Records as the sole representative from India, securing his place as one of the world's foremost yodelling artists. Additionally, Amit Kumar shares an intriguing anecdote about how Kishore da's choice of attire prior to a recording session could significantly impact his mood for the day. 

In this special episode of Crazy for Kishore Amit kumar and his younger brother Sumit kumar take a closer look into the friendship of RD burman and Kishore kumar and their tales, how even being busy in their respective  careers, they still made time to catch up, one of the fascinating story is about how RD Burman tricked the foodie Kishore Kumar into doing some tough rehearsals under the facade of a treat, RD Burman used delicious dishes to lure in Kishore Da. Tune in now for more tales. 

Ashok Kumar and Satish Kumar talk about a tale that will reshape your perception of Kishore Da. We are all aware of the strong friendship between Danny and Kishore Da. However, before their enduring bond was forged, Danny approached Kishore Kumar with a significant favor. He requested Kishore Kumar to lend his voice to sing a bhajan for an upcoming film. Initially hesitant, Kishore Da ultimately agreed, but with certain conditions for the recording of this bhajan. During the recording and in that moment, he experienced a profound connection with spirituality. Tune in now.

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 legendary duo which started the golden era of Bollywood with back to back hits and evergreen 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!

In this episode, host Amit Kumar guides us back to 1967, when Kishore Da delivered his very first stage show at Kolkata's renowned Ravindra Sarobar stadium. The stadium not only echoed with joy but, he also garnered applause and won the hearts of millions. Tune in for more. 

In this episode, host Amit Kumar discusses Kishore Da's film "Bewaqoof," which was released in 1960. This film enjoyed significant success during its time. Starring Kishore Kumar, Mala Sinha, and many others, this Indian drama was directed by I. S. Johar. Amit Kumar also shares intriguing facts about this movie, from the incorporation of original names in the storyline to the creation of iconic songs. Tune in for more.

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore," host Amit Kumar tell us about Kishore Da's film Baap re Baap released in 1955 and directed by Abdul Rashid Kardar stands as a turning point that elevated Kishore Da to the mastery of his distinct style, solidifying his artistic identity. Amit Kumar also provides an overview of Kishore Da's acting style and iconic career, shedding light on how he embraced the role of a freestyle artist and became his own master. Tune in to delve deeper into this intriguing episode!

In this episode of "Crazy for Kishore," Amit Kumar takes us on a nostalgic journey back to 1958 with "Chalti Ka Naam Gadi." He shares delightful anecdotes and showcases iconic scenes from the movie, accompanied by plenty of humorous, confusion and banter between Kamal Da and Kishore Da. The movie, known for its blockbuster success, stands as one of the most iconic of its time. Tune in for more.

In this episode, Amit Kumar takes us back to 1958 when Raagini entered theaters, directed by Rakhan. It was a challenging project for Kishore Da, yet his skills said it all. Amit Kumar highlights some iconic scenes from "Raagini" that transformed this dark comedy into an all-time hit. Tune in for more!

In this episode of "Crazy with Kishore," Amit Kumar takes us back to 1962 when "Naughty Boy" graced the theaters. This Indian romantic comedy film, starring Kishore Kumar and Kalpana Mohan, was produced and directed by Shakti Samanta. Amit Kumar highlights Kishore Kumar's fun side, which reverberated laughter throughout the theaters. Tune in as we embark on a hilarious journey through "Naughty Boy," filled with laughter and joy.

Join us in this episode as Amit Kumar takes us on a captivating journey back to 1951 when Kishore Kumar received his very first film, "Aandolan." Not only did he lend his soulful voice to the iconic song "Subha Ki Pahli Kiran", but his acting skills were also recognized, setting the stage for Kishore Kumar's legendary journey in the film industry. Stay tuned as Amit Kumar delves into the remarkable life and career of Kishore Da. Don't miss out on this unforgettable episode.

In this episode, Amit Kumar takes us through the interesting journey of Kishore Kumar and his mentor, also known as Dronacharya, K.L. Saigal Being an inspiration for the one who inspired millions of people out there. Amit Kumar gives us an overall view of Kishore Kumar's life. Tune in as we further explore the musical journey of this legendary icon.

In this episode, Amit Kumar delves into the good and less good of life , exploring the fascinating mindset of Kishore Kumar when it came to crafting rhymes and lyrics for his songs. Stay tuned as Amit Kumar shares some of Kishore da's unique ideas and insights. Don't miss out on this episode. 

In this captivating episode, Amit Kumar takes us on a journey through the fascinating world of Kishore Kumar's storytelling prowess for his movies. He delves into Kishore Da's deep affection for Hollywood movies and their mesmerizing music. Amit Kumar sheds light on one of the greatest music composers of all time, Ennio Morricone, and his remarkable contributions to the movie "For a Few Dollars More." Tune in to discover more intriguing anecdotes and insights.

In this episode, Amit Kumar explores the vibrant spirit, boundless enthusiasm, and enduring joviality of the legendary Kishore Da. Amit Kumar delves into his own journey alongside Kishore Da, sharing anecdotes about their initial collaboration and his own venture into music composition. Additionally, he regales us with captivating tales from his memorable trip to Mahabaleshwar. Tune in to discover more about these fascinating narratives and much more.

In this episode, Amit Kumar discusses the enigmatic persona of R.D. Burman, exploring his behind-the-scenes demeanor as a person. Amit delves into Burman's passion for cooking and his mischievous late-night adventures, showcasing his joyful and playful nature. Join him for an entertaining and hilarious story. Stay tuned for more!

In this episode, Ashok Kumar shares a fascinating story about RD Burman granting him a project. It was a film called "Teri Kasam," The tale behind the creation of the iconic song "Mere Geeton Mein" is also worth listening to. Initially, the tune was intended to have a more Western flavor, but the unfolding drama demanded a different melody. To uncover the rest of the intriguing narrative, tune in now!

In this episode, Amit Kumar delves into the captivating movie "New Delhi," which stirred up a storm of controversy due to its exploration of caste discrimination, a pervasive issue in India. However, it was Kishore Da who truly stole the show with his enchanting songs, leaving a lasting impression. The film's gripping narrative, filled with unexpected twists and turns, mirrored real-life events, as it became entangled in a landmark copyright case that set a precedent for future conflicts in the industry. Stay tuned for more.