Indian Musicals

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Which of the following is considered the first Indian musical film?

  1. Alam Ara

  2. Indrasabha

  3. Anarkali

  4. Heer Ranjha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alam Ara, released in 1931, is widely regarded as the first Indian musical film.

Who is known as the 'Nightingale of India' and is celebrated for her contributions to Indian classical music?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Shreya Ghoshal

  4. Sunidhi Chauhan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lata Mangeshkar is often referred to as the 'Nightingale of India' due to her exceptional talent and contributions to Indian classical music.

Which Indian musical film, released in 1961, is known for its iconic song 'Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya'?

  1. Mughal-e-Azam

  2. Mother India

  3. Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai

  4. Barsaat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mughal-e-Azam, directed by K. Asif, is famous for its song 'Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya', picturized on Madhubala.

Who is considered one of the greatest music directors in Indian cinema history, known for his work in films like 'Pakeezah' and 'Umrao Jaan'?

  1. R. D. Burman

  2. S. D. Burman

  3. Naushad

  4. Madan Mohan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Naushad is widely regarded as one of the greatest music directors in Indian cinema, known for his work in films like 'Pakeezah' and 'Umrao Jaan'.

Which Indian musical film, released in 1975, features the song 'Mehbooba Mehbooba' and is known for its vibrant music and dance sequences?

  1. Sholay

  2. Deewaar

  3. Zanjeer

  4. Trishul


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sholay, directed by Ramesh Sippy, is famous for its song 'Mehbooba Mehbooba' and is known for its vibrant music and dance sequences.

Who is known as the 'Melody Queen' of Indian cinema and has sung numerous hit songs in various languages?

  1. Asha Bhosle

  2. Shreya Ghoshal

  3. Sunidhi Chauhan

  4. Alka Yagnik


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Asha Bhosle is often referred to as the 'Melody Queen' of Indian cinema due to her exceptional singing skills and contributions to various languages.

Which Indian musical film, released in 1980, is known for its disco-inspired music and features the song 'I Am a Disco Dancer'?

  1. Disco Dancer

  2. Karz

  3. Qurbani

  4. Love Story


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Disco Dancer, directed by Babbar Subhash, is known for its disco-inspired music and features the song 'I Am a Disco Dancer'.

Who is known as the 'King of Melody' in Indian cinema and has composed music for numerous hit films?

  1. R. D. Burman

  2. S. D. Burman

  3. Naushad

  4. Madan Mohan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

R. D. Burman, also known as Pancham Da, is often referred to as the 'King of Melody' in Indian cinema due to his exceptional compositions.

Which Indian musical film, released in 1991, is known for its soulful music and features the song 'Tujhe Dekha Toh Ye Jaana Sanam'?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, directed by Aditya Chopra, is known for its soulful music and features the song 'Tujhe Dekha Toh Ye Jaana Sanam'.

Who is known as the 'Golden Voice of India' and has sung numerous hit songs in various languages?

  1. Kishore Kumar

  2. Mohammed Rafi

  3. Manna Dey

  4. Mukesh


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mohammed Rafi is often referred to as the 'Golden Voice of India' due to his exceptional singing skills and contributions to various languages.

Which Indian musical film, released in 2002, is known for its fusion of Indian classical music and Western pop and features the song 'Dola Re Dola'?

  1. Devdas

  2. Lagaan

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Swades


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Devdas, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is known for its fusion of Indian classical music and Western pop and features the song 'Dola Re Dola'.

Who is known as the 'Melody King' of Indian cinema and has composed music for numerous hit films?

  1. R. D. Burman

  2. S. D. Burman

  3. Naushad

  4. Madan Mohan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

S. D. Burman, also known as Sachin Dev Burman, is often referred to as the 'Melody King' of Indian cinema due to his exceptional compositions.

Which Indian musical film, released in 2007, is known for its folk-inspired music and features the song 'Chak De India'?

  1. Chak De India

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. My Name Is Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chak De India, directed by Shimit Amin, is known for its folk-inspired music and features the song 'Chak De India'.

Who is known as the 'Nightingale of Bengal' and is celebrated for her contributions to Bengali music?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Shreya Ghoshal

  4. Sunidhi Chauhan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lata Mangeshkar is often referred to as the 'Nightingale of Bengal' due to her exceptional talent and contributions to Bengali music.

Which Indian musical film, released in 2013, is known for its fusion of Indian classical music and electronic dance music and features the song 'Gali Gali Mein Phirta Hai'?

  1. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

  2. 2 States

  3. Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania

  4. Badrinath Ki Dulhania


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, directed by Ayan Mukerji, is known for its fusion of Indian classical music and electronic dance music and features the song 'Gali Gali Mein Phirta Hai'.

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