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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 film 'Paa', what is the name of the protagonist who has progeria?

  1. Auro

  2. Amol Arte

  3. Vidya

  4. None of the above
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Auro is the name of the protagonist in 'Paa' who has progeria.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film features a character with muscular dystrophy?

  1. Chhichhore

  2. Dangal

  3. Sultan

  4. None of the above
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Chhichhore features a character named Anni who has muscular dystrophy.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Dangal', what is the name of the protagonist who is a wrestler with a disability?

  1. Mahavir Singh Phogat

  2. Geeta Phogat

  3. Babita Kumari

  4. None of the above
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Mahavir Singh Phogat is the name of the protagonist in 'Dangal' who is a wrestler with a disability.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film features a character with polio?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Slumdog Millionaire

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. None of the above
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Salaam Bombay! features a character named Krishna who has polio.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Devdas' (2002) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in Indian cinema at the time?

  1. Dola Re Dola

  2. Silsila Ye Chahat Ka

  3. Maar Daala

  4. Chaand Chupa Badal Mein
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The song 'Dola Re Dola' from 'Devdas' was choreographed by Saroj Khan and featured elaborate sets, costumes, and a large number of background dancers. It is said to have cost around ₹1 crore to produce, making it one of the most expensive dance sequences in Indian film history.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Padmaavat' (2018) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in Bollywood?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Binte Dil

  3. Khalibali

  4. Ek Dil Ek Jaan
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The song 'Ghoomar' from 'Padmaavat' was choreographed by Kruti Mahesh Midya and featured Deepika Padukone performing the traditional Rajasthani folk dance. The sequence was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in Bollywood, with a budget of over ₹1.5 crores.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Zero' (2018) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in Indian cinema?

  1. Issaqbaazi

  2. Mere Naam Tu

  3. Husn Parcham

  4. Heer Badnaam
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Explanation

The song 'Mere Naam Tu' from 'Zero' was choreographed by Remo D'Souza and featured Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma. The sequence was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in Indian cinema, with a budget of over ₹2 crores.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Student of the Year 2' (2019) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a Bollywood debut film?

  1. The Jawaani Song

  2. Radha Teri Chunri

  3. Jatt Ludhiyane Da

  4. Hook Up Song
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The song 'The Jawaani Song' from 'Student of the Year 2' was choreographed by Farah Khan and featured Tiger Shroff, Ananya Panday, and Tara Sutaria. The sequence was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a Bollywood debut film, with a budget of over ₹1 crore.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Coolie No. 1' (2020) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a remake film?

  1. Husn Hai Suhana

  2. Main Toh Raste Se Ja Raha Tha

  3. Teri Bhabhi Khadi Hai

  4. Mummy Kasam
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The song 'Husn Hai Suhana' from 'Coolie No. 1' was choreographed by Farah Khan and featured Varun Dhawan and Sara Ali Khan. The sequence was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a remake film, with a budget of over ₹1 crore.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film '83' (2021) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a sports film?

  1. Lehra Do

  2. Jive Jive

  3. Bigadne De

  4. Dil De Diya Hai
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The song 'Lehra Do' from '83' featured a dance sequence that was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a sports film. The sequence was choreographed by Farah Khan and featured Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Jugjugg Jeeyo' (2022) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a family drama?

  1. The Punjaabban Song

  2. Rangisari

  3. Nach Punjaban

  4. Duppatta
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The song 'The Punjaabban Song' from 'Jugjugg Jeeyo' featured a dance sequence that was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in a family drama. The sequence was choreographed by Ganesh Acharya and featured Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Neetu Kapoor.

Multiple choice

Which dance sequence in the film 'Brahmastra Part One: Shiva' (2022) was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in an Indian superhero film?

  1. Kesariya

  2. Deva Deva

  3. Dance Ka Bhoot

  4. Rasiya
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Deva Deva' from 'Brahmastra Part One: Shiva' featured a dance sequence that was reportedly the most expensive ever filmed in an Indian superhero film. The sequence was choreographed by Ganesh Acharya and featured Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.

Multiple choice

In the 2001 film 'Rock Star,' which actor portrayed the lead singer of the fictional rock band Steel Dragon?

  1. Mark Wahlberg

  2. Jennifer Aniston

  3. Jason Bateman

  4. Tim Robbins
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Explanation

Mark Wahlberg delivered a powerful performance as Chris Cole, the aspiring rock star who joins Steel Dragon and navigates the tumultuous world of music.

Multiple choice

In the 2018 film 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' which actor portrayed the legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury?

  1. Rami Malek

  2. Christian Bale

  3. Hugh Jackman

  4. Bradley Cooper
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Rami Malek's portrayal of Freddie Mercury in 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earned him an Academy Award for his captivating performance.

Multiple choice

In the 1993 film Schindler's List, what is the name of the German businessman who saves over a thousand Jews from the Holocaust?

  1. Oskar Schindler

  2. Itzhak Stern

  3. Amon Goeth

  4. Ralph Fiennes
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Oskar Schindler was a German businessman who saved over a thousand Jews from the Holocaust by employing them in his factories.