Quiz for Indian Grandparents
Discover Indian Cinema: A Quiz for Grandparents
Test your knowledge of classic Indian cinema with our engaging quiz designed specifically for grandparents! Relive the golden era of Bollywood, explore the legendary stars, and see how well you remember the iconic films and music that shaped the industry.
- 30 thoughtfully crafted questions
- Multiple choice format for easy participation
- Great fun for family gatherings or reminiscing with friends
Which actor started his career in silent films, and also acted in films like 'Alam Ara' and 'Vidyapati'?
Himanshu Rai
Prithviraj Kapoor
Motilal
Nazir
This actress was called the 'Tragedy Queen' and her real name was Mahjabeen Bano. Who was she? 1
Madhubala
Nargis
Meena Kumari
Saira Banu
This actor started his career in 1936 with the film 'Jeevan Naiyya' opposite Devika Rani. His nickname is 'Dada Moni'. Who is he?
Ashok Kumar
KL Saigal
Biswajeet
Dilip Kumar
This actor became a superstar in 1948 with the film 'Ziddi'. He was also known for his unique hairstyle. Who was he?
Dilip Kumar
Raaj Kumar
Raj Kapoor
Dev Anand
Which actress starred in films like Seema, Anari, Paying Guest and Sujata?
Nutan
Nargis
Madhubala
Meena Kumari
This actor was nicknamed 'Jubilee Kumar' because he acted in many golden and silver jubilee hits. Some of his hits include 'Vachhan' and 'Sangam'. Who was he?
Dilip Kumar
Manoj Kumar
Rajendra Kumar
Akshay Kumar
Which of these is the youngest Kapoor?
Randhir Kapoor
Shashi Kapoor
Rishi Kapoor
Shammi Kapoor
This actress played the role of young Mumtaz Mahal in her first film. She was also in a relationship with Dev Anand for four years. Who was she?
Nargis
Suraiya
Vyjayanthimala
Madhubala
Who is the director of films like Chupke Chupke, Namak Haram, Bawarchi and Guddi?
Mrinal Sen
Guru Dutt
Hrishikesh Mukherjee
Bimal Roy
Who was the music director of Mother India?
Khayyam
SD Burman
RD Burman
Naushad
She was one of the first female music composers of Indian cinema. Her real name was Khorshed Minocher-Homji. She was best known for composing the song 'Main ban ki chiriya banke bun bun bolu re'. Who was she?
Jaddan Bai
Suraiya
Noor Jehan
Saraswati Devi
Who is the director of films like Madhumati, Do Bigha Zameen and Sujata?
Guru Dutt
Bimal Roy
Mrinal Sen
Upendra
Which actress was also a singer who was given the title 'Mallika-e-Tarannum'?
Suraiya
Meena Kumari
Noor Jehan
Tun Tun
This famous filmmaker is often given credit for starting the Golden Age of Indian cinema. Some of his biggest hits are Pyaasa and Kaagaz Ke Phool. Who is he?
Satyajit Ray
Guru Dutt
Shankar Nag
Shyam Benegal
Which of these men was NOT in a relationship with Madhubala?
Dilip Kumar
Kishor Kumar
Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto
Shammi Kapoor
Who was the music director of films like Kabhie Kabhie, Umrao Jaan and Razia Sultan?
Khayyam
Naushad
Ghulam Haider
Vasant Desai
Who was the singer of songs like 'Leke pehla pehla pyaar' and 'Kahin pe nigahein kahin pe nishana'?
Suraiya
Shamdhad Begum
Asha Bhonsale
Tun Tun
Who wrote the lyrics for songs like 'Ye duniya agar mil bhi jaaye to kya hai', 'Jaaye to jaaye kahan' and 'Tu Hindu banega na Musalman banega'?
Majrooh Sultanpuri
Shailendra
Sahir Ludhianvi
Javed Akhter
Who is the music director of films like Aar Paar, Mr and Mrs 55, C.I.D. and Howrah Bridge?
Khayyam
Naushad
SD Burman
OP Nayyar
Which singer lived in a small room in Mumbai's Bhendi Bazaar in the 1940s, before he become famous for songs like 'Baharon phool barsao' and 'Abhi na jao chhod kar'?
Kishor Kumar
Manna Dey
Ashok Kumar
Mohammed Rafi
Which actress acted with Dev Anand in films like Baazi, Kashti and Jaal?
Meena Kumari
Geeta Bali
Nargis
Vyjayanthimala
Which singer-actor started his career in the 1930s and died at the age of 42?
KL Saigal
Dilip Kumar
Kishor Kumar
Dev Anand
Which of these is NOT Lata Mangeshkar's sister?
Asha
Meena
Maya
Usha
What is Dilip Kumar's real name?
Mahmood Yunus Khan
Mohammed Yusuf Khan
Mohammed Yunus Khan
Mansoor Yusuf Khan
Who is the singer of hit songs like 'Afsana likh rahi hoon dil-e-beqarar ka' and 'Dil ko laga ke humne kuch bhi na paya'?
Suraiya
Noor Jehan
Tun Tun
Asha Bhonsale
Who was the lyricist of hit songs like 'Suhana safar aur ye mausam haseen', 'Ye raat bheegi bheegi' and 'Mud mud ke na dekh'?
Sahir Ludhianvi
Shailendra
Majrooh Sultanpuri
Gulzar
Actor Bhagwan Dada is best known for a 1951 film which he directed, produced and acted in. 'Shola jo bhadke' was a popular song from the film. Which film is this?
Jhamela
Bahadur Kisan
Awara
Albela
This famous dancer-actor was just 19 years old when she performed in the song 'Mera naam chin chin choo'. Who is she?
Rekha
Helen
Sharmila Tagore
Madhubala
This actor used to work as a BEST bus driver in Bombay before he became a famous comedian. His real name was Badruddin Jamaluddin Kazi, but in films, he was named after a brand of alcohol. Who is he?
Mehmood
Paintal
Johnny Lever
Johnny Walker
This actress is a trained Bharat Natyam dancer and acted in films like Kala Bazar, Chaudhvi ka Chand and Roop ki Rani Choron ka Raja. Who is she?
Saira Banu
Waheeda Rehman
Hema Malini
Sharmila Tagore
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