General Awareness

Film, Theatre, and Media

21,709 Questions

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 general knowledge
  1. Sawaan

  2. Chandni

  3. Wanted

  4. London Dreams

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In 'Wanted' (2009), Salman Khan's character is named 'Radhe', which became one of his most iconic character names. The film was a remake of the Telugu film 'Pokiri' and marked a successful comeback for Salman Khan. The name 'Radhe' became synonymous with this action-packed role.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Hello Brother

  2. No entry

  3. Andaz apna apna

  4. Aurhaaz

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'Pungi' was used in the film 'Hello Brother' (1999), starring Salman Khan. This is a specific dialogue reference from the comedy film. 'Hello Brother' was a comedy film where this particular word or phrase became notable among fans. The other options listed are different films that don't feature this specific reference.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Hum Tumhare Hain sanam

  2. Hum dil de chuke sanam

  3. Mama Vange

  4. Khamoshi

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Salman Khan first worked together in 'Khamoshi: The Musical' (1996). This was Bhansali's directorial debut and marked the beginning of their successful collaboration, which later continued with films like 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam'. The other options listed are either incorrect or represent their later collaborations.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Vinnai Thandi Varuvaya

  2. Alaipayuthey

  3. Theerada Vilayatu Pillai

  4. Unnale Unnale

  5. Manmada Leelai

  6. Raja Paarvai

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A,B,C,D Correct answer
Explanation

The question asks which films feature heroes named Karthik. Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya (Karthik - Silambarasan), Alaipayuthey (Karthik - R. Madhavan), and Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai (Karthik - Karthik Sivakumar) are correct. However, Unnale Unnale's hero is named Karthik (Vinay), making all four marked options correct as claimed.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. aathi

  2. pollathavan

  3. padikkathavan

  4. sivaji

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

This Telugu-Tamil mixed dialogue appears in the Tamil film Padikkathavan (2009) starring Dhanush, directed by S. Suraj. The line is delivered by a character in the film, making option C correct. The other films listed (Aathi, Polladhavan, Sivaji) don't feature this specific dialogue.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Kaaki Sattai

  2. Aalavandan

  3. Kurudhipunal

  4. Vettaiyadu Vilayadu

  5. Vetri VIzha

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

This question asks which film Kamal Haasan did NOT appear as a police officer in. He played police officers in Kaaki Sattai (a police-centric film), Kurudhipunal (anti-terrorism officer), Vettaiyadu Vilayadu (DCP), and Vetri Vizha (undercover cop). Aalavandhan featured him in a dual role as Vijay and a psychotic mentally unstable person - NOT a police officer. This is the correct answer.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Arjun

  2. Goundamani

  3. Arvind Saamy

  4. Kamal Hassan

  5. Madhavan

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C,E Correct answer
Explanation

This question asks about the maximum number of films with Mani Ratnam. Arvind Swamy appeared in Roja, Bombay, and Dil Se - 3 major collaborations that launched his career. Madhavan appeared in Alaipayuthey, Kannathil Muthamittal, and Guru - also 3 films. Both actors are correct as they worked equally with Mani Ratnam. Arjun, Kamal Haasan, and Goundamani did not have extensive collaborations with Mani Ratnam.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Jack Black

  2. Tom Hanks

  3. Nicolas Cage

  4. Will Smith

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Jack Black provided the voice for Po, the main character in Kung Fu Panda (2008). Tom Hanks, Nicolas Cage, and Will Smith are renowned actors but did not voice this character.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Mission Impossible

  2. Austin Powers

  3. Spies

  4. Die another day

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agent Ethan Hunt is the fictional protagonist of the Mission Impossible film series, portrayed by Tom Cruise. The character is a secret agent working for the Impossible Mission Force (IMF). Austin Powers is a spy parody, while Die Another Day is a James Bond film.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. S.S.Rajamouli

  2. Shankar

  3. Gautham Meenan

  4. Sekhar Kammula

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Ye Maaya Chesave (2010) is a Telugu romantic drama directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon. It's a remake of his own Tamil film Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya and marked Naga Chaitanya's debut as a lead actor.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Dr. Conrad Murray

  2. Dr.Jack Stein

  3. Dr.Murphy

  4. Dr.Ramadorai

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Dr. Conrad Murray was Michael Jackson's personal physician who administered the lethal dose of propofol that led to the pop icon's death in June 2009. He was later convicted of involuntary manslaughter for this incident.