Guru Dutt’s Granddaughters Reflect On The Legacy Of A Man They Never Met

Guru Dutt’s Granddaughters Reflect On The Legacy Of A Man They Never Met

Mumbai: Though they never met their legendary grandfather Guru Dutt, sisters Karuna and Gouri Dutt have grown up with stories, pride, and admiration for the man whose impact on Indian cinema remains indelible. As the film industry celebrates the 100th birth anniversary of the acclaimed actor-filmmaker, the sisters, now assistant directors themselves, shared their personal reflections and the ways they carry forward his legacy. The daughters of A…

100 Years On, Why Guru Dutt’s Songs Still Resonate With Us

Guru Dutt, born as Vasanth Kumar Shivashankar Padukone, was a well-known actor, director, and producer. Not only are his films considered to be the finest of all time, but he was also acknowledged as one of Asia’s top 25 actors of all time. Dutt was just 39 years old when he died in 1964, but he left behind a cinematic legacy that continues to resonate decades later. He is best known for his cult classic movies such as Pyaasa, Kagaz Ke Phool, Ch…