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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 Bollywood actress is known for her iconic dance performances and her influence on fashion?

  1. Madhuri Dixit

  2. Sridevi

  3. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

  4. Kareena Kapoor Khan
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Explanation

Madhuri Dixit is widely regarded as one of the most influential Bollywood actresses when it comes to dance and fashion. Her performances in films like 'Tezaab', 'Dil', and 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!' have left a lasting impact on Indian cinema and fashion.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film is known for its elaborate dance sequences and its impact on fashion trends?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Devdas
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Explanation

Devdas, released in 2002, is known for its extravagant dance sequences and its influence on fashion trends. The film's elaborate costumes and jewelry became popular among audiences and helped shape fashion trends in India.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the movie theater in Mumbai that faced protests due to its screening of films critical of the government?

  1. The Maratha Mandir

  2. The Gaiety Galaxy

  3. The Eros Cinema

  4. The Liberty Cinema
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The Liberty Cinema in Mumbai encountered protests and opposition due to its screenings of films that were critical of the government and its policies.

Multiple choice

Which actor has the highest number of 100-crore grossing films in India?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Salman Khan holds the record for the highest number of 100-crore grossing films in India, with 13 films to his credit.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema history?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Aamir Khan's film 'Dangal' (2016) is the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema history, with a worldwide gross of over ₹2,000 crores.

Multiple choice

Which actor has the highest number of films that have crossed the ₹300-crore mark in India?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Salman Khan has the highest number of films that have crossed the ₹300-crore mark in India, with 5 films to his credit.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single day in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan's film 'Sultan' (2016) holds the record for the highest-grossing film in a single day in India, with a collection of over ₹36.54 crores.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single weekend in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan's film 'Tiger Zinda Hai' (2017) holds the record for the highest-grossing film in a single weekend in India, with a collection of over ₹139.16 crores.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single week in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Salman Khan's film 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' (2015) holds the record for the highest-grossing film in a single week in India, with a collection of over ₹320.34 crores.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single month in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan's film 'Sultan' (2016) holds the record for the highest-grossing film in a single month in India, with a collection of over ₹584.87 crores.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single year in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan's film 'Sultan' (2016) holds the record for the highest-grossing film in a single year in India, with a collection of over ₹1,803.51 crores.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single decade in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan's films have grossed over ₹10,000 crores in the 2010s, making him the highest-grossing actor in a single decade in India.

Multiple choice

Which actor has delivered the highest-grossing film in a single century in India?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Salman Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Salman Khan's films have grossed over ₹20,000 crores since the beginning of the 21st century, making him the highest-grossing actor in a single century in India.

Multiple choice

Which actor has the highest number of films that have crossed the ₹100-crore mark in India?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan has the highest number of films that have crossed the ₹100-crore mark in India, with 13 films to his credit.

Multiple choice

Which actor has the highest number of films that have crossed the ₹200-crore mark in India?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Shah Rukh Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar
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Explanation

Salman Khan has the highest number of films that have crossed the ₹200-crore mark in India, with 8 films to his credit.