What Is Your Bollywood IQ?

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What Is Your Bollywood IQ? - Quiz

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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

     From where does Veeru propose to Basanti in Sholay?

    • A.

      Top of a roof

    • B.

      Top of a ladder

    • C.

      Top of a hill

    • D.

      Top of a water tank

    • E.

      Top of a tree

    Correct Answer
    D. Top of a water tank
    Explanation
    In the movie Sholay, Veeru proposes to Basanti from the top of a water tank. This iconic scene takes place during the song "Yeh Dosti". Veeru climbs up the water tank to express his love for Basanti and their strong friendship. The location adds a touch of romance and drama to the proposal, making it a memorable moment in the film.

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  • 2. 

     Who plays the blind friend in the 1964 Dosti?

    • A.

      Mohan

    • B.

      Dinu

    • C.

      Ramu

    • D.

      Shyamu

    • E.

      Ramesh

    Correct Answer
    A. Mohan
    Explanation
    Mohan plays the blind friend in the 1964 film Dosti.

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  • 3. 

    Which of these films was Ashutosh Gowariker's directorial debut?

    • A.

      Lagaan

    • B.

      Swades

    • C.

      Pehla Nasha

    • D.

      Afsana Pyaar Ka

    • E.

      Jung

    Correct Answer
    C. Pehla Nasha
  • 4. 

     Aishwarya Rai was crowned Miss World in which year?

    • A.

      1993

    • B.

      1994

    • C.

      1995

    • D.

      1996

    • E.

      1997

    Correct Answer
    B. 1994
    Explanation
    Aishwarya Rai was crowned Miss World in 1994.

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  • 5. 

    Which of these actors has never appeared in television advertisements?

    • A.

      Govinda

    • B.

      Hrithik Roshan

    • C.

      Shah rukh khan

    • D.

      Anil Kapoor

    • E.

      Sanjay Dutt

    Correct Answer
    D. Anil Kapoor
    Explanation
    Anil Kapoor is the correct answer because he has appeared in television advertisements. He is known for endorsing brands like Montblanc, Nerolac, and Malabar Gold and Diamonds. He has also been the brand ambassador for various government campaigns in India. Therefore, the statement that Anil Kapoor has never appeared in television advertisements is incorrect.

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  • 6. 

    For which of these films did Anil Kapoor shave off his moustache?

    • A.

      Lamhe

    • B.

      Gharwali Baharwali

    • C.

      Tezaab

    • D.

      Mr. India

    • E.

      Jhooth bole kauwa kaate

    Correct Answer
    A. Lamhe
    Explanation
    Anil Kapoor shaved off his moustache for the film "Lamhe".

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  • 7. 

    Lata Mangeshkar made her debut in Hindi playback singing with the movie...?

    • A.

      Andaaz

    • B.

      Deewar

    • C.

      Barsaat

    • D.

      Aap ke Sewa Main

    • E.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    D. Aap ke Sewa Main
  • 8. 

    Tabu's real name is...?

    • A.

      Shakeela Merchant

    • B.

      Taslim Khan

    • C.

      Tabakul

    • D.

      Tabassum Fatima Hashmi

    • E.

      None of these

    Correct Answer
    D. Tabassum Fatima Hashmi
    Explanation
    Tabu's real name is Tabassum Fatima Hashmi. This is the correct answer because Tabu, the Indian actress, was born with the name Tabassum Fatima Hashmi. She is widely known by her stage name Tabu, which she adopted for her acting career.

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  • 9. 

    Before Akshay Kumar became an actor, he worked as a...?

    • A.

      Clerk

    • B.

      Reporter

    • C.

      Waiter

    • D.

      Journalist

    • E.

      model

    Correct Answer
    C. Waiter
    Explanation
    Before Akshay Kumar became an actor, he worked as a waiter. This suggests that he had a job in the service industry, possibly in a restaurant or cafe, where he served food and drinks to customers. Working as a waiter is a common job for many people before they pursue a career in acting, as it provides a flexible schedule and an opportunity to earn income while pursuing their passion for performing.

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  • 10. 

    Subhash Ghai's first film as a director was...?

    • A.

      Karma

    • B.

      Kalicharan

    • C.

      Vidhaata

    • D.

      Hero

    • E.

      Pardes

    Correct Answer
    B. Kalicharan
    Explanation
    Subhash Ghai's first film as a director was "Kalicharan".

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  • 11. 

    Which was the first film in which Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan worked together?

    • A.

      Guddi

    • B.

      Milli

    • C.

      Ek Nazar

    • D.

      Kabhi Kabhi

    • E.

      None of the Above

    Correct Answer
    A. Guddi
    Explanation
    Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan worked together for the first time in the film "Guddi".

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  • 12. 

    In which year did Amitabh Bachchan debut in Hindi cinema?

    • A.

      1960

    • B.

      1965

    • C.

      1968

    • D.

      1969

    • E.

      1972

    Correct Answer
    D. 1969
    Explanation
    Amitabh Bachchan debuted in Hindi cinema in the year 1969.

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  • 13. 

    Nominated in the Best Foreign film catergory at the Oscars, Mother India lost to...?

    • A.

      Casablanca

    • B.

      Nights of Caberia

    • C.

      Gone With The Wind

    • D.

      Dragons

    • E.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    B. Nights of Caberia
    Explanation
    Mother India was nominated in the Best Foreign film category at the Oscars, but it lost to Nights of Caberia.

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  • 14. 

    Considering the 20th century, which of these actress won the Best Actress award only once?

    • A.

      Rekha

    • B.

      Hema Malini

    • C.

      Dimple Kapadia

    • D.

      Jaya Bhaduri

    • E.

      Shridevi

    Correct Answer
    B. Hema Malini
    Explanation
    Hema Malini is the correct answer because out of the given actresses, she is the only one who won the Best Actress award only once in the 20th century. The other actresses mentioned, such as Rekha, Dimple Kapadia, Jaya Bhaduri, and Shridevi, either won the award multiple times or did not win it at all.

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  • 15. 

    Which was the first Hindi Movie to receive the national award?

    • A.

      Kabuliwala

    • B.

      Do Aankhen Barah Haath

    • C.

      Mirza Ghalib

    • D.

      Anuradha

    • E.

      Satya

    Correct Answer
    C. Mirza Ghalib
    Explanation
    Mirza Ghalib is the correct answer because it was the first Hindi movie to receive the national award.

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