
On filmmaker Shakti Samanta's 100th birth anniversary, his son Ashim Samanta reflected on his father's versatile career, highlighting hits like Aradhana, Amar Prem, and Howrah Bridge. Despite his significant contributions and collaborations with music legends like RD Burman, Shakti Samanta never received the Padma Shri, which Ashim attributes to his father's modesty. Ashim also shared insights on the making of Amar Prem and recalled RD Burman's response to accusations of copying his father SD Burman's music.
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