Aag (1948 film) - Wikipedia
15 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Who made their debut as a producer and director in the film Aag?

  • Premnath
  • Nargis
  • Shashi Kapoor
  • Raj Kapoor (correct)
  • Which of the following characters is played by Raj Kapoor's youngest brother in Aag?

  • Nimmi
  • Kewal (correct)
  • Sudha
  • Nirmala
  • What is the relationship between Kewal and Nirmala in the film Aag?

  • Classmates (correct)
  • Colleagues
  • Neighbours
  • Siblings
  • Who plays Sudha in the film Aag?

    <p>Nargis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What profession is Kewal's family descended from in the film Aag?

    <p>Lawyers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opening scene of the film Aag about?

    <p>A groom approaching his disfigured bride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Kewal reluctantly submit to, according to the passage?

    <p>His father's demands to study law and become a successful lawyer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Kewal fail his law exam?

    <p>He was distracted by the second Nimmi deserting him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the patron of the arts that Kewal finds to help him pursue his dreams?

    <p>Premnath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kewal suggest Nargis's character take as her name?

    <p>Nimmi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens on the opening night of Rajan and Kewal's first production?

    <p>The stage catches fire and the whole production company is burnt to the ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kewal do during the play that results in the stage catching fire?

    <p>Takes a lit torch (the Aag or fire) and burns his face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is besotted by Nimmi in the passage?

    <p>Rajan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Kewal argue with his father in the passage?

    <p>To pursue his childhood dream of owning his theatre company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads Kewal to have a reckoning about his career path?

    <p>Realizing he has no real interest in becoming a lawyer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Aag Film Details

    • Raj Kapoor made his debut as a producer and director in the film Aag.
    • Raj Kapoor's youngest brother, Shashi Kapoor, played the role of Kewal's younger brother in Aag.

    Kewal and Nirmala's Relationship

    • Kewal and Nirmala are siblings in the film Aag.

    Characters and Cast

    • Nargis played the role of Sudha in the film Aag.

    Kewal's Family Background

    • Kewal's family is descended from a line of priests in the film Aag.

    Opening Scene

    • The opening scene of the film Aag shows Kewal reluctantly submitting to a job at a printing press.

    Kewal's Struggles

    • Kewal failed his law exam due to his lack of interest in the field.
    • Kewal is struggling to find a patron to support his artistic pursuits.

    Kewal's Career

    • Kewal finds a patron of the arts to help him pursue his dreams, which is Rajan.
    • Kewal suggests that Nargis's character take the stage name "Nirmala" as her pseudonym.
    • Kewal's argument with his father stems from his desire to pursue a career in the arts rather than follow the family's traditional profession.

    The Play

    • On the opening night of Rajan and Kewal's first production, the stage catches fire due to Kewal's careless use of candles during the play.
    • The play marks a turning point in Kewal's career, leading him to reevaluate his path.

    Other Characters

    • Rajan is besotted by Nimmi in the passage.

    Kewal's Reckoning

    • Kewal's reckoning about his career path is triggered by the failure of his play and the stage catching fire.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    Learn about the 1948 Indian Hindi-language musical drama film 'Aag' which marked Raj Kapoor's debut as a producer and director. The film also features Nargis, Premnath, Nigar Sultana, and Kamini Kaushal in supporting roles.

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser