In today’s weekend blog, I am back on Bollywood, and today I am writing about some Bollywood duos who are not famous like Ranbir Kapoor Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh, Amitabh & Jaya Bachchan, Kajol & Ajay Devgn , etc, but these duos deserve more appreciation that they get.
Here are some of these Dynamic Duos:
1 Vishal Bhardwaj and Rekha Bhardwaj
Vishal is a director/producer/music composer and Rekha is a soulful singer. The movies that he makes have a niche audience. No matter what genre he selects his films always have a dark side. From Maachis, 7 Khoon Maaf, Maqbool, Omkara, and Kaminey to Haider, his movies have complex protagonists and risky plots. Matching his steps is his better half, her unconventional voice has given many super hit chartbusters songs like Kabira, Genda Phool, Raat Ke Dhai Baje, and many more.
2 Pankaj Kapur and Supriya Pathak
This couple took character roles to another level. While Pankaj is a TV legend who was part of iconic shows like Office Office and Karamchand, wifey will always be remembered as Hansa Behen from the Khichdi serial. Kapoor has also acted in many films Maqbool, Matru Ki Bijli Ka Mandola, whereas Supriya has also acted in many films, his famous films are Wake Up Sid, Bazaar, Ram Leela etc.
3 Nasseruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak
If you don’t know Maya Sarabhai aka Ratna Pathak is Supriya Pathak’s elder sister. Talent runs in Pathak’s blood as they are daughters of the late Deena Pathak. From playing Maya Sarabhai in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai to playing a bold character in Lipstick Under My Burkha recently. What’s more when you have a super-talented husband by your side, then it is win-win situation. Who does not know Nasseruddin Shah, this national award-winning actor has many feathers in his hat that to discuss his body of work one will have to write a book.
4 Ashwini Kalsekar and Murali Sharma
Ashwini has a vibrant personality and the way she brings her flavor to every role she takes up. Her career revolved around both films and TV. Her portrayal of Badie in the TV serial Kasamh Se was a class act. She also acted in films like All The Beat, Singham 2, and many more. Her spouse Murali Sharma is also a known face in the TV and film industry. Apart from Bollywood, Sharma has over sixty regional films to his credit. In Hindi films, he has played a villain many times.
5 R Balki and Gauri Shinde
They are a power couple. Finding solace behind the camera, both of them have brought amazing stories on the silver screen. While Balki’s directorial’s Padman, Cheeni Kum, and Paa won the public’s hearts, Gauri turned our hearts to mush with English Vinglish and Dear Zindagi. The best part about these two are that instead of trying to compete with each other they work together on each other’s films.
6 Vidhu Vinod Chopra and Anupama Chopra
Chopra received success from the word go. His first student short film, Murder at Monkey Hill, won the National Award for Best Short Experimental Film. His films Parinda, and 1942: A Love Story became classics. His collaboration with Raju Hirani resulted in several blockbusters like the Munnabhai series, PK, 3 Idiots, and Sanju. On the other hand, his wife Anupama is a well-established journalist, author, and film critic.
7 Meher Vij and Manav Vij
This couple is fairly new in comparison to other couples on the list. Meher made headlines recently for portraying the role of a strong mother in Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Secret Superstar. Manav, on the other hand, is a doctor by profession who ventured into the acting business with the TV serial Kunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. He has also played small roles in films like Udta Punjab, Naam Shabana, Andhadhun. Recently he played a lead role in the OTT series Tanav.
8 Anupam Kher and Kirron Kher
National award winner, Anupam is an actor who conquered Bollywood long ago. What’s more, he has also been part of many Hollywood films. His filmography consists of over 500 films. Kirron, his better half, is an established actress herself. However, she decided to take a break from her film/TV career to venture into the world of politics. She is Lok Sabha MP from Chandigarh and has been actively working towards many social causes.
9 Kay Kay Menon and Nivedita Bhattacharya
A seasoned theatre actor Kay Kay has always been a part of selective films. He wooed the audience with his performances in films like Gulaal, Haider, Black Friday, and Hazaaron Khawaishen Aisi among many others. Nivedita, on the other hand, is a successful TV actress who has been part of several hit TV serials. She recently played the role of a reporter in the film Aiyaary.
There are some other dynamic duos like Ayesha Raza and Kumud Mishra– Ayesha acted in films like Dil Dhadkne Do, Sone Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Befikre, Toilet-Ek Prem Katha among others, whereas Kumud has acted in films like Sultan, Rustom, Airlift, MS Dhoni and many more. Manoj Pahwa and Seema Pahwa– Manoj started with TV and later turned to films, he became famous with the sitcom Office Office in the role of Bhatia. He acted in films like Dil Dhadkne Do, Jolly LLB, Singh is King, Mulk, and several others. Seema started her career with India’s first TV serial Hum Log, and later on, she acted in many more TV serials. Later on, she turned to films, she won hearts with her performances in Dum Laga Ke Haisa, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, and many more.
So friends, which one is your favourite dynamic duo?
Waiting for your views on this blog.
Anil Malik
29th December 2023.
This is my last blog of the year 2023.
As I am traveling during next week, therefore there will be no blog published during that period.
Wishing you all a Very Happy 2024.