General Awareness

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

Which Bollywood film won the National Film Award for Best Film in 2017?

  1. Newton

  2. Dangal

  3. The Ghazi Attack

  4. Jolly LLB 2
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Explanation

Newton, directed by Amit V Masurkar and starring Rajkummar Rao, won the National Film Award for Best Film in 2017.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film was the first to gross over ₹300 crores worldwide?

  1. PK

  2. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  3. Sultan

  4. Dangal
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Explanation

PK, directed by Rajkumar Hirani and starring Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput, and Boman Irani, was the first Bollywood film to gross over ₹300 crores worldwide.

Multiple choice

Who played the lead role in the 2018 blockbuster film 'Sanju'?

  1. Ranbir Kapoor

  2. Vicky Kaushal

  3. Paresh Rawal

  4. Manisha Koirala
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Explanation

Ranbir Kapoor played the lead role in the 2018 blockbuster film 'Sanju', which also starred Vicky Kaushal, Paresh Rawal, and Manisha Koirala.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film was the first to gross over ₹400 crores worldwide?

  1. Sanju

  2. Padmaavat

  3. Tiger Zinda Hai

  4. Bajrangi Bhaijaan
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Explanation

Sanju, directed by Rajkumar Hirani and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Paresh Rawal, and Manisha Koirala, was the first Bollywood film to gross over ₹400 crores worldwide.

Multiple choice

Who directed the 2019 blockbuster film 'Kabir Singh'?

  1. Sandeep Reddy Vanga

  2. Shahid Kapoor

  3. Kiara Advani

  4. Suresh Oberoi
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Explanation

Sandeep Reddy Vanga directed the 2019 blockbuster film 'Kabir Singh', which starred Shahid Kapoor, Kiara Advani, and Suresh Oberoi.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film won the National Film Award for Best Film in 2019?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Andhadhun

  3. Badhaai Ho

  4. Uri: The Surgical Strike
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Explanation

Andhadhun, directed by Sriram Raghavan and starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu, and Radhika Apte, won the National Film Award for Best Film in 2019.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film was the first to gross over ₹500 crores worldwide?

  1. War

  2. Kabir Singh

  3. Uri: The Surgical Strike

  4. Kesari
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Explanation

War, directed by Siddharth Anand and starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff, was the first Bollywood film to gross over ₹500 crores worldwide.

Multiple choice

Who played the lead role in the 2020 blockbuster film 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior'?

  1. Ajay Devgn

  2. Saif Ali Khan

  3. Kajol

  4. Sharad Kelkar
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Explanation

Ajay Devgn played the lead role in the 2020 blockbuster film 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior', which also starred Saif Ali Khan, Kajol, and Sharad Kelkar.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood actor has been vocal about his struggle with addiction and has used his platform to raise awareness about the issue?

  1. Shah Rukh Khan

  2. Salman Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Salman Khan has openly talked about his past struggles with addiction and has been actively involved in raising awareness about the issue.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film, released in 2018, deals with the theme of drug addiction and features a powerful performance by Ranbir Kapoor?

  1. Sanju

  2. Padmaavat

  3. Raazi

  4. Stree
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Explanation

Sanju is a biographical film based on the life of Sanjay Dutt, who struggled with drug addiction in his early years.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood actress has been actively involved in promoting mental health awareness and has spoken out against the stigma associated with addiction?

  1. Deepika Padukone

  2. Anushka Sharma

  3. Katrina Kaif

  4. Kareena Kapoor Khan
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Explanation

Deepika Padukone has been vocal about her own struggles with mental health and has used her platform to raise awareness about the importance of seeking help.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film, released in 2016, features a character played by Alia Bhatt who struggles with drug addiction and the impact it has on her life and relationships?

  1. Udta Punjab

  2. Kapoor & Sons

  3. Highway

  4. 2 States
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Explanation

Udta Punjab is a hard-hitting film that delves into the issue of drug addiction in Punjab and its devastating consequences.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood actor has been actively involved in supporting organizations that work towards preventing and treating addiction?

  1. Amitabh Bachchan

  2. Ajay Devgn

  3. Hrithik Roshan

  4. Ranveer Singh
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Explanation

Amitabh Bachchan has been associated with various organizations that work towards addressing addiction and has used his influence to raise awareness about the issue.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film, released in 2013, features a character played by Shahid Kapoor who struggles with drug addiction and the challenges he faces in overcoming it?

  1. Haider

  2. Udta Punjab

  3. Kaminey

  4. Jab We Met
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Udta Punjab is a hard-hitting film that delves into the issue of drug addiction in Punjab and its devastating consequences.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood actress has spoken out against the glorification of drug use in popular culture and has called for more responsible portrayal of addiction in films?

  1. Kangana Ranaut

  2. Vidya Balan

  3. Priyanka Chopra

  4. Sonam Kapoor
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Explanation

Kangana Ranaut has been vocal about her concerns regarding the portrayal of drug use in films and has called for more responsible storytelling.