Everything you need to know about Indian cinema’s first ever on-screen liplock [Watch Video]
The first kissing scene in Bollywood dates back to the 1933 film ‘Karma,’ lasting about 4 minutes and featuring actresses Devika Rani and Himanshu Rai. Watch the video to know more details.
Bollywood has evolved over the years, with romance playing a pivotal role in today’s films, leading to more frequent bold scenes. However, in old Bollywood movies, romantic moments were depicted differently. Surprisingly, the first kissing scene in Bollywood dates back to the 1933 film ‘Karma,’ lasting about 4 minutes and featuring actresses Devika Rani and Himanshu Rai. The storyline was unique, showing the actress kissing the actor to revive him after a snake bite. Despite being real-life spouses, this scene was a bold move for them during that era. Devika Rani’s debut in this film garnered significant attention, leading to her receiving the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1970, the most esteemed honor in Indian cinema. Notably, she was the first woman from the film industry to be honored with the Padma Shri award. To delve deeper into this fascinating history, you can explore the provided link to watch the full video.
