General Awareness
Film, Theatre, and Media
22,692 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
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Sangram
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Phool Aur Kaante
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Ek Hi Raasta
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Jigar
B
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Explanation
Phool Aur Kaante (1991) was indeed Ajay Devgn's debut film, launching his career as a leading man. Sangram (1993) and Ek Hi Raasta (1993) came later, while Jigar (1992) was among his early films but not his first.
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Sham Ghansham
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Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya
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Daraar
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Hello Brother
C
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Explanation
Daraar (1996) was Arbaaz Khan's debut film, where he played a supporting role. Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998) and Hello Brother (1999) came later as leading roles, while Sham Ghansham was not his debut.
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Yeh Dillagi
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Aashik Aawara
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Pehchaan
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Parampara
D
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Explanation
Parampara (1992) was Saif Ali Khan's debut film, though it was Yeh Dillagi (1994) that established him as a leading man. Aashik Aawara and Pehchaan came later in his career.
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Mr.Bond
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Khiladi
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Saugandh
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Blue
C
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Explanation
Saugandh (1991) was Akshay Kumar's debut film. Khiladi (1992) came later and established his action image, while Mr. Bond and Blue were not his debut films.
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Sanjog
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Anand
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Parwaana
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Saat Hindustani
D
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Explanation
Saat Hindustani (1969) was Amitabh Bachchan's debut film. Anand (1971) was his breakthrough role, while Sanjog and Parwaana were not his debut films.
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Iru Sahodarargal
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Sati Leelavati
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Manthiri Kumari
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Sarvadhikari
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Manmatha Leelai
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Kalathur Kannama
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Aboorva Raagangal
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Moondru Mudichu
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Kamal Haasan debuted as a lead actor in 'Apoorva Raagangal' (1975), directed by K. Balachander. This was his first adult role as hero, though he had appeared as a child actor earlier in 'Kalathur Kannama'. The film was controversial and established him as a serious actor.
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Iru Sahodarargal
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Sati Leelavati
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Sarvadhikari
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Manthiri Kumari
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Jeans
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Chembaruthi
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Thiruda thiruda
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Vaikasi Poranthachu
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Prashanth debuted as a child actor in 'Vaikasi Poranthachu' (1990). While 'Jeans' (1998) was his breakthrough adult role, 'Vaikasi Poranthachu' was technically his debut film appearance, making option D correct.
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Alaigal Oyivathilai
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Thai Mookambigai
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Nineivevllam Nithya
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None of these
A
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Explanation
Karthik debuted as a lead actor in 'Alaigal Oyivathillai' (1981), directed by Bharathiraja. This was his first film as hero, establishing him as a romantic lead in Tamil cinema.
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Kanni Raasi
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Aaan Paavam
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16 Vayathinile
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Kizhake Pogum Rail
B
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Explanation
Aaan Paavam (1985) was Pandiarajan's debut film as a director and lead actor. The film was a comedy that established his career in Tamil cinema. Kanni Raasi, 16 Vayathinile, and Kizhake Pogum Rail are other Tamil films from the same era but not his debut.
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Kizhake Pogum Rail
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Indru Poi Naalai Vaa
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Anbe Sangeetha
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Ranga
A
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Explanation
Radhika made her debut as a child artist in Kizhake Pogum Rail (1978). While she appeared in other films around this time, this is credited as her first film appearance. Indru Poi Naalai Vaa, Anbe Sangeetha, and Ranga came later in her career.
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Ennavale
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Virumbugiren
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Paarthale Paravasam
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None of these
B
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Explanation
Virumbugiren (2002) was Sneha's debut Tamil film as a lead actress. She played the female lead opposite Prashanth in this romantic drama. Ennavale was also released in 2002 but was not her debut, while Paarthale Paravasam came later.
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Pavitra
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Vaanmathi
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Amaravati
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Aasai
C
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Explanation
Amaravati (1993) is widely considered Ajith Kumar's debut film as a lead actor. While En Veedu (1992) featured him in a minor role, Amaravati was his first significant lead role that launched his acting career. Aasai (1995) was a major hit but came later, while Pavitra and Vaanmathi are not his debut films.
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Mugavari
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Rhythm
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Poovellam Kettupar
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Vaalee
D
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Explanation
Vaalee (1999) was Jyothika's debut film in Tamil cinema. She played the female lead opposite Ajith Kumar in this romantic thriller directed by S.J. Suryah. Mugavari, Rhythm, and Poovellam Kettupar are other Tamil films but not her debut.