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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

Which Indian film director is known for his film 'Lagaan'?

  1. Ashutosh Gowariker

  2. Sanjay Leela Bhansali

  3. Karan Johar

  4. Yash Chopra
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Explanation

Ashutosh Gowariker's 'Lagaan' is a critically acclaimed Indian film that explores the struggle of an Indian village against British rule.

Multiple choice

In the song "Tum Hi Ho Bandhu" from the movie "Cocktail", which popular Bollywood song was parodied?

  1. Tum Hi Ho

  2. Kabhi Kabhi Aditi

  3. Tum Mile

  4. Tum Se Hi
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Explanation

The song "Tum Hi Ho Bandhu" is a parody of the romantic Bollywood song "Tum Hi Ho" from the movie "Aashiqui 2".

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing Indian film of all time in India?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, is the highest-grossing Indian film of all time in India, with a gross collection of over ₹1,800 crores.

Multiple choice

Which film was the first to cross the ₹1,000 crore mark at the Indian box office?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Ek Tha Tiger

  3. Chennai Express

  4. Dhoom 3
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Explanation

3 Idiots, released in 2009, was the first film to cross the ₹1,000 crore mark at the Indian box office.

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing opening day collection in India?

  1. Thugs of Hindostan

  2. 2.0

  3. Sanju

  4. Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
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Explanation

Thugs of Hindostan, released in 2018, holds the record for the highest-grossing opening day collection in India, with a collection of over ₹52 crores.

Multiple choice

Which film was the first to cross the ₹2,000 crore mark at the Indian box office?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, was the first film to cross the ₹2,000 crore mark at the Indian box office.

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing weekend collection in India?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, holds the record for the highest-grossing weekend collection in India, with a collection of over ₹465 crores.

Multiple choice

Which film was the first to cross the ₹3,000 crore mark at the Indian box office?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, was the first film to cross the ₹3,000 crore mark at the Indian box office.

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing first week collection in India?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, holds the record for the highest-grossing first week collection in India, with a collection of over ₹1,100 crores.

Multiple choice

Which film was the first to cross the ₹4,000 crore mark at the Indian box office?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, was the first film to cross the ₹4,000 crore mark at the Indian box office.

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing second week collection in India?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, holds the record for the highest-grossing second week collection in India, with a collection of over ₹650 crores.

Multiple choice

Which film was the first to cross the ₹5,000 crore mark at the Indian box office?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, was the first film to cross the ₹5,000 crore mark at the Indian box office.

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing third week collection in India?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, holds the record for the highest-grossing third week collection in India, with a collection of over ₹400 crores.

Multiple choice

Which film was the first to cross the ₹6,000 crore mark at the Indian box office?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, was the first film to cross the ₹6,000 crore mark at the Indian box office.

Multiple choice

Which film holds the record for the highest-grossing fourth week collection in India?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. Dangal

  3. PK

  4. Sanju
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, holds the record for the highest-grossing fourth week collection in India, with a collection of over ₹250 crores.