Ravi Baswani

Neena Gupta fondly recalled Pankaj Kapur's immense dedication during their National School of Drama days, calling him a senior they all looked up to. She revealed that aspiring actors believed learning commitment and hard work from him was essential. Gupta also highlighted Kapur's dedication to family. The duo later starred together in the iconic 1983 film 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro'.

Ravi Baswani, acclaimed actor, who shot to fame with the cult comedy Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), passed away in Shimla yesterday when shooting for a film he was planning to direct.

Actor Ravi Baswani, known for his comic roles in films like 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron' and 'Chashme Buddoor', passed away in Shimla on Tuesday following a massive heart attack.

In his last interview to Times Of India, actor Ravi Baswani had talked about why he is still remembered by Chashme Buddoor and Jaane Bhi..., but hasn’t been able to secure a permanent citizenship of tinseltown.

Kundan Shah is ready to make a sequel to the zany timeless comedy Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron (JBDY) featuring Naseeruddin Shah and Ravi Baswani.

Naseeruddin Shah paid homage to Ravi Baswani a few days ago

Bunty Aur Babli's first victim is no more. Ravi Baswani, the actor who shot to fame with his very first film Chashme Buddoor, passed away after suffering a massive attack in Haldwani, Uttaranchal, on Tuesday afternoon.

Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron (JBDY) played a major role in steering my career in films and I feel very proud to be associated with this cult classic of Hindi cinema.

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan is all set to work with ace actor Naseeruddin Shah in "Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro" sequel.

Do you know where the lead characters of 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro' got their names from?

The latest addition from the south film industry (after Taapsee) to the David Dhawan remake of the 1981 cult comedy Chashme Buddoor is none other than Siddharth.

Actress Neena Gupta, who is awaiting the release of her upcoming film 'Metro... In Dino', has revealed that almost one track of her character was trimmed out from the cult-classic 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro'.

Kundan Shah is finally ready to make a sequel to his classic comedy

In the Bollywood of 80s, when comedy often meant either slipping on banana peel or running on the streets in underwear, Ravi Baswani brought a healthy dose of subtlety and sophistication to the craft.

PUNE: The much-anticipated revival of the FTII actors' course got a shot in the arm at its all-star alumnus meet, GRAFTII, late last year.

Ravi Baswani was a rare talent. Kundan Shah remember being in the pre-production stage of Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, scouting for actors.

The music launch of David Dhawan’s Chashme Baddoor saw the movie’s cast — Ali Zafar, Divyendu Sharma, Siddharth and Taapsee Pannu — dance to numbers from the album.

81-year-old scientist-turned-actor Anil Rastogi was conferred with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in New Delhi. He had a scientific background and transitioned into acting, with over 600 theatre performances. He was mentored by BV Karanth, MK Raina, Ravi Baswani, Balraj Pandit, and Raj Bisaria.

It remains a cult classic for an entire generation of filmgoers. So, when Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron,the 1983 satire directed by Kundan Shah and produced by NFDC, was re-released this week in a new, technically enhanced avatar, it should have been cause for celebration for the cast and crew of the film.

Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the renowned filmmaker, has completed 45 years in cinema. To celebrate this milestone, a festival featuring his most memorable films is being held across the country. Chopra's upbringing in Srinagar is reflected in his movies 'Mission Kashmir' and 'Shikara'. He gained recognition with his diploma film, 'Murder at Monkey Hill', which won the National Film Award for Best Experimental Film. Chopra also served as a production controller on the iconic film 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro'. Despite facing struggles, he took risks and found success with films like 'Khamosh' and 'Parinda'.

Rishi Kapoor will portray one of the most famous panwalas of Hindi cinema, Lallan Mian in the remake of Chashme Baddoor.

Chashme Baddoor was like picnic: Taapsee

That’s exactly why we assume Yash Tonk decided to celebrate wife Gouri’s birthday at their new cosy home.

Shah Rukh Khan and Suchitra Krishnamoorthi starrer 'Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa' is one of the most celebrated films in Bollywood which is still fresh in minds. SRK's character Sunil touched several hearts while Suchitra's act too received a lot of applauds.

The director is all set to remake the 1981 comedy

Moving away from Sai Paranjpye's tale of three friends, David Dhawan will have a new tagline for the remake of Chashm-e-Buddoor –– Kyunki har ek friend kameena hota hai.

Famed Hindi film director Kundan Shah passed away at his Mumbai residence on Friday night, after suffering a heart attack. Shah was best known for directing the 1983 satirical film, 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro,' for which he received the National Award.

Chashme Baddoor cast, Taapsee Pannu and Siddharth had an opportunity to work with Rishi Kapoor at the sets in Goa recently

PUNE: The unsure athlete from Kashmir, the shy but resolute village boy from UP, the physiotherapist girl from Delhi - they all want to join the actors' course at the FTII here.

A sequel to Kundan Shah-directed 1983 cult classic 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro' is in the pipeline and will see Naseeruddin Shah reprise his role.