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Mehmood, born in Bombay (now Mumbai), India, was a legendary Indian actor, comedian, and filmmaker who left an indelible mark on Bollywood. Known for his impeccable comic timing, versatile performances, and unique ability to bring laughter to audiences, Mehmood remains one of the most iconic figures in the history of Indian cinema.
Mehmood started his career as a child artist in the film "Kismet" (1943). He began to gain recognition as a comedian with his work in films like "Do Bigha Zamin" (1953) and "Parvarish" (1958). His breakthrough, however, came with the film "Chhoti Bahen" (1959), where his portrayal of a South Indian character named Master Pillai garnered widespread appreciation.
As an actor, Mehmood displayed remarkable versatility by successfully transitioning between comedic and serious roles. He excelled in both character roles and as the lead actor in films such as "Kunwara Baap" (1974) and "Duniya" (1968). His performances were characterized by a unique blend of humor, emotion, and a keen understanding of the characters he portrayed.
Mehmood's contribution to comedy in Indian cinema is particularly noteworthy. He played pivotal roles in classic comedies like "Padosan" (1968), where his portrayal of the eccentric South Indian musician Master Pillai became iconic. His collaboration with Kishore Kumar and Sunil Dutt in "Padosan" remains etched in Bollywood history.
Apart from acting, Mehmood also ventured into filmmaking and direction. He directed films like "Bhoot Bangla" (1965) and "Kunwara Baap" (1974), showcasing his versatility and creativity behind the camera.
Mehmood's career spanned several decades, and he received numerous awards for his outstanding contributions to Indian cinema. His legacy endures not only through his performances but also through the influence he had on subsequent generations of comedians and actors.
Mehmood passed away on July 23, 2004, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy in Indian cinema. His timeless contributions to comedy and entertainment continue to be celebrated, and he remains an enduring symbol of laughter and joy in Bollywood history.- Composer
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Piero Piccioni was born in Turin (Italy) on the 6th December 1921. Son of a pure Turinese mother (her maiden name was Marengo), and from here the pseudonym Piero Morgan, which he adopted until 1957. He had played on the radio with his historic Big Band "013" in 1938, to then return, after the liberation of Italy in 1944. His was the first Italian jazz band to be aired in Italy. Piero Piccioni had listened to jazz since he was a child and had learned to play the piano without having been to the Conservatory. As a self-taught musician, his father used to accompany him to visit the E.I.A.R. in Florence, to listen to orchestral recitals. As he began to write some songs of his own he was able to get some published by Carisch. Having written nearly 300 soundtracks and pieces for radio, television, ballets and orchestra he was deeply influenced by 20th century classical composers and by American cinematography. Amongst his favourites were Frank Capra, Alfred Hitchcock, Billy Wilder, John Ford and Alex North, who had greatly influenced him in his use of jazz.
Piero Piccioni had come in contact with the world of movies during the fifties when he was practicing as a lawyer in Rome and sealing movie rights for Italian Italian distributors as Titanus and De Laurentiis. During that time, Michelangelo Antonioni had called him to create music for a documentary for one of his apprentices, Luigi Polidoro. His first feature film was Gianni Franciolini's, "Il Mondo le Condanna"(1952). Piccioni had found a close working relationship with directors Francesco Rosi (More Than A Miracle, Le Mani Sulla Citta', Salvatore Giuliano, Chronicle of a Death Foretold) and Alberto Sordi, and had also cemented strong personal and professional bonds with them. Many directors had wanted Piero Piccioni for the music for their films: Francesco Rosi, Mario Monicelli, Alberto Lattuada, Luigi Comencini, Luchino Visconti, Antonio Pietrangeli, Bernardo Bertolucci, Roberto Rossellini, Vittorio De Sica, Tinto Brass, Dino Risi, and more. "Swept Away"(David Donatello prize) and "Tutto A Posto Niente in Ordine" by Lina Wertmuller, "Il bell'Antonio" by Mauro Bolognini , the "Tenth Victim" by Elio Petri, with Marcello Mastroianni Ursula Andress also bear his name. His very distinctive style of Jazz, Bossanova, Orchestral and Contemporary Classical will not be easily forgotten.- Actress
Loretta Andrews was born on 27 April 1911 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. She was an actress. She was married to Frank D. Allen, Timbrook and James Crofton. She died on 23 July 2004 in Los Angeles, California, USA.- Carmen Ordóñez was born on 2 May 1955 in Seville, Spain. She was married to Ernesto Neyra, Julián Contreras and Paquirri. She died on 23 July 2004 in Madrid, Spain.
- Eva Monty was born on 18 April 1932 in Budapest, Hungary. She was an actress, known for It Takes a Thief (1968), Run for Your Life (1965) and The Legend of Jesse James (1965). She died on 23 July 2004.
- Joe Cahill was an actor, known for Sitting Target (1972), The Great Train Robbery (1978) and The Violent Enemy (1967). He died on 23 July 2004 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK.
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Antonis Lepeniotis was born on 20 April 1932 in Athens, Greece. He was a director and writer, known for Unternehmen V2 (1976), Das Manifest (1974) and Alkeste - Die Bedeutung, Protektion zu haben (1970). He died on 23 July 2004 in Athens, Greece.- Florentina Galisteo Ramírez was born on 10 October 1904. She was married to Antonio García Padilla. She died on 23 July 2004 in Madrid, Spain.
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- Actor
Carlo Fedier was born on 15 August 1923 in Urnerland, Switzerland. He was a writer and actor, known for Kehraus (1983), Wir wollen niemals auseinandergehen (1960) and Mein Schatz ist aus Tirol (1958). He died on 23 July 2004 in Altdorf, Uri, Switzerland.- Producer
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Nicholas Rossiter was born on 17 July 1961 in Litton, Somerset, England, UK. He was a producer and director, known for American Visions (1997), The Human Face (2001) and Leonardo (2003). He was married to Beatrice Ballard. He died on 23 July 2004 in London, England, UK.- Composer
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Carlos Paredes was born on 16 February 1925 in Coimbra, Portugal. He was a composer, known for Fado Corrido (1964), The Party (2017) and Os Verdes Anos (1963). He died on 23 July 2004 in Lisbon, Portugal.- Irina Martemyanova was born on 15 November 1938 in Kuybyshev, RSFSR, USSR [now Samara, Russia]. She was an actress, known for Women (1966). She died on 23 July 2004.
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Nick Rossiter was born on 17 July 1961 in London, England, UK. Nick was a director and writer, known for The Boy Who Would Be King (2004). Nick died on 23 July 2004 in London, England, UK.- Lewis Culbreth was born on 5 August 1937 in Wilmington, Delaware, USA. He was an actor, known for Mall Cop (2005). He died on 23 July 2004 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.
- Ferry Gruber was born on 28 September 1926 in Vienna, Austria. He was an actor, known for Die Fledermaus (1986), Eugen Onegin (1963) and Schwabinger Vorstadtbrettl (1967). He died on 23 July 2004 in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.