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Kiren Rijiju explores Bollywood's cinematic journey at Lens & Legacy exhibition

A rare glimpse into India's film heritage through vintage photos and tributes to legends. Rijiju calls the curated collection a must-see for cinephiles.

The image shows a large room filled with lots of glass cases, tables, frames on the walls, lights...
The image shows a large room filled with lots of glass cases, tables, frames on the walls, lights hanging from the ceiling, windows, and a door. It appears to be a museum, likely the National Gallery of India.

Kiren Rijiju explores Bollywood's cinematic journey at Lens & Legacy exhibition

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju visited the Lens & Legacy: Bollywood in Focus exhibition at Mumbai’s National Gallery of Modern Art. He explored the display, which traces Indian cinema’s journey from the silent era to modern times. Rijiju later shared his thoughts on the carefully curated collection. The exhibition showcases rare photographs, paintings, and archival materials that highlight key moments in Indian film history. Rijiju praised the preservation of these items, calling the presentation both engaging and informative.

He noted that visitors could grasp the full scope of the industry’s evolution just by walking through the displays. The minister also expressed admiration for the tributes paid to iconic figures like Dharmendra and Asha Bhosle, featured prominently in the exhibition.

Rijiju’s visit underscored the exhibition’s role in documenting India’s cinematic heritage. The collection offers a visual timeline of Bollywood’s growth, from its early days to contemporary achievements. The minister’s remarks highlighted its value for both film enthusiasts and historians.

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