Tag Archives: Kanan Devi

Bombay Stars

Posted on 01/07/2016 by Anu M

We returned from abroad via Bombay. I admit to the ostentatious glamour of the film world there and the intoxication and heady glamour that accompanies it. I also admit to the dearth of deeper imagination or an ascetic dedication to … Continue reading →

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Kanan Devi

Posted on 14/05/2014 by Anu M

My tumblr avatar is usually that of the actress Kanan Devi, a star of the 1930s and 1940s. Though the silents had a number of famous actresses, it is with the talkies and the 1930s that you find stars and … Continue reading →

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How to dress like a 1937 heroine

Posted on 14/01/2014 by Anu M

This post on ruffled blouses refers to Mukti (1937)* [X] [X].  The movie was a bit of a fashion influencer with Kanan’s crown braid and  Barua’s beret worn backwards apparently all the rage. It turns out the movie is on … Continue reading →

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Frill, Ruffle and Furbelow in the 1930s

Posted on 04/12/2012 by Anu M

Frills, ruffles, furbelows in the 1930s. It is interesting to see the same feature employed differently in the three stills. The women L to R: Imogen Cunnigham, Devika Rani, Kanan Devi  

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The Blue Blouse

Posted on 12/08/2012 by Anu M

Kanan Devi, in a pretty blue, gold-edged blouse with a nicely coordinated sari.  I love the quiet beauty of this picture. OK I really like Kanan Devi. Full stop.  

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The 1940s Post

Posted on 11/08/2012 by Anu M

Kanan Devi and KL Saigal in Parichay. Collared blouses, scalloped necks and boxy silhouettes were common in sari blouses in the 1940s.  

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