Film 'Alam Ara' marks it's 80th anniversary

The talkie era began in India with Ardeshir Irani's Alam Ara in 1931. We all know that.

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The talkie era began in India with Ardeshir Irani'su00a0 Alam Ara in 1931. We all know that. The date (March 14) is lesser known. Today marks 80 years since that fateful date. We doff our hats!

Fun fact: The film's lead actress, Zubeda is Rhea Pillai's grandmom.

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