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Film, Theatre, and Media

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Indian cinema, theatre, and mass media form a crucial part of static general knowledge. This section covers national awards, prominent actors, censorship issues, and cinematic themes. These concepts frequently appear in SSC, banking, and state PSC examinations to assess a candidate's cultural awareness.

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Film, Theatre, and Media Questions

Multiple choice

In the 2018 crime thriller "Andhadhun", which actor played the role of Akash, a blind pianist who gets entangled in a murder mystery?

  1. Ayushmann Khurrana

  2. Tabu

  3. Radhika Apte

  4. Anil Dhawan
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Ayushmann Khurrana delivered a critically acclaimed performance as Akash, a blind pianist who becomes a key witness to a murder in "Andhadhun".

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood crime thriller features the character of DCP V.K. Singh, played by Akshay Kumar?

  1. Rowdy Rathore

  2. Holiday

  3. Gabbar Is Back

  4. Housefull 3
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Explanation

Akshay Kumar played the role of DCP V.K. Singh in "Holiday" (2014), a crime thriller about an undercover agent who fights against terrorism.

Multiple choice

In the 2019 crime thriller "Article 15", which actor played the role of Ayan Ranjan, an IPS officer who investigates a case of caste-based discrimination?

  1. Ayushmann Khurrana

  2. Nassar

  3. Manoj Pahwa

  4. Kumud Mishra
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Ayushmann Khurrana portrayed the character of Ayan Ranjan, an IPS officer who uncovers a complex web of caste-based discrimination in "Article 15".

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood crime thriller features the character of Inspector Sartaj Singh, played by Saif Ali Khan?

  1. Omkara

  2. Love Aaj Kal

  3. Cocktail

  4. Sacred Games
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Explanation

Saif Ali Khan played the role of Inspector Sartaj Singh in the Netflix crime thriller series "Sacred Games", which explores the dark underworld of Mumbai.

Multiple choice

In the 2020 crime thriller "Thappad", which actor played the role of Vikram, a husband who slaps his wife in a moment of anger?

  1. Taapsee Pannu

  2. Pavail Gulati

  3. Dia Mirza

  4. Kumud Mishra
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Explanation

Pavail Gulati portrayed the character of Vikram, a husband who faces the consequences of his actions after slapping his wife in "Thappad".

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood crime thriller features the character of ACP Rudraveer Singh, played by Ajay Devgn?

  1. Singham

  2. Bol Bachchan

  3. Golmaal 3

  4. Son of Sardaar
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Ajay Devgn played the role of ACP Rudraveer Singh in the 2011 crime thriller "Singham", a film about a fearless police officer who fights against corruption and injustice.

Multiple choice

In the 2021 crime thriller "Shershaah", which actor played the role of Captain Vikram Batra, a Kargil war hero?

  1. Sidharth Malhotra

  2. Kiara Advani

  3. Nikitin Dheer

  4. Shiv Panditt
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Sidharth Malhotra portrayed the character of Captain Vikram Batra, a Kargil war hero who is remembered for his bravery and leadership, in "Shershaah".

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film, released in 2007, is based on the life of Indian cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Iqbal

  4. Azhar
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The 2016 biographical sports drama film "Azhar" chronicles the life and career of former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2019, tells the story of the Indian women's national kabaddi team?

  1. Panga

  2. Chhapaak

  3. Thappad

  4. Mission Mangal
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"Panga" is a 2019 sports drama film that follows the journey of Jaya Nigam (Kangana Ranaut), a former national-level kabaddi player who returns to the sport after a long hiatus.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2017, tells the story of the Indian women's national basketball team?

  1. Dangal

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Half Girlfriend
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Explanation

"Chak De! India" is a 2007 sports drama film that follows the journey of Kabir Khan (Shah Rukh Khan), a former hockey player who becomes the coach of the Indian women's national hockey team.

Multiple choice

In the 2020 film "Chhapaak", Deepika Padukone portrayed which Indian acid attack survivor and activist?

  1. Laxmi Agarwal

  2. Malti Devi

  3. Roop Kanwar

  4. Phoolan Devi
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"Chhapaak" is a 2020 biographical drama film based on the life of Laxmi Agarwal, an Indian acid attack survivor and activist.

Multiple choice

Which Indian sports film, released in 2014, is based on the life of Indian boxer Mary Kom?

  1. Mary Kom

  2. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  3. Dangal

  4. Panga
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"Mary Kom" is a 2014 biographical sports drama film based on the life of Mary Kom, an Indian boxer who won the World Championships six times and the Olympic bronze medal in 2012.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2018, tells the story of the Indian women's national football team?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Dangal

  4. M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
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"Lagaan" is a 2001 sports drama film that tells the story of Bhuvan (Aamir Khan), a villager who leads his team to victory in a cricket match against the British Raj.

Multiple choice

In the 2022 film "Bachchhan Paandey", Akshay Kumar played the role of which Indian gangster?

  1. Bachchhan Paandey

  2. Chulbul Pandey

  3. Sultan

  4. Rustom
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"Bachchhan Paandey" is a 2022 action comedy film that follows the story of Bachchhan Paandey (Akshay Kumar), a ruthless gangster who terrorizes the town of Baghwa.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film director is widely regarded as the pioneer of the Indian New Wave cinema movement?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Ritwik Ghatak

  3. Mrinal Sen

  4. Mani Ratnam
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Satyajit Ray, known for his cinematic masterpieces like "Pather Panchali" and "Aparajito," is credited with spearheading the Indian New Wave cinema movement.