Digitally Restored Shakti Samanta Classics Stream Online for 100th Birth Anniversary

To mark filmmaker Shakti Samanta's 100th birth anniversary, a collection of 32 digitally restored Hindi films, including classics like Howrah Bridge, Kashmir Ki Kali, Aradhana, and Kati Patang, is streaming on Ultra Play OTT. Celebrated for his storytelling and strong female characters, Samanta's films are noted for their enduring music, featuring collaborations with composers like R D Burman, O P Nayyar, and Shankar-Jaikishan. Actors like Sharmila Tagore recall his efficient direction and the lasting appeal of his work.