Barsaat [1949] : Raj Kapoor
I think, as of my updated knowledge about all time best romantic imagery in cinema history, Raj Kapoor’s Barsaat [1949] where Pran [Raj Kapoor] playing a violin on hand and Reshma [Nargis] falling like a chiffon saree and stuck on the other hand of Pran like broken arrow is one of the most uplifting and sublime cinematic imagery I have ever seen. It is one of most imitable and ardent romantic poses any cinema maker can dream of to have one’s creative venture. The battle between hedonist & crude epicurean what Gopal [Prem Nath] is sunk into with lust & luxury versus virtuous & idealistic principles what Pran [Raj Kapoor] is envelope with is the most enticing cinematic prognosis that is copied henceforward in South Asian cinematic narrative. Lata Mangeshkar’s exuberant and melodious song “Jiya Beqara Hai '' has put an unfathomable impression on my mind that I have been humming the tune all day long. And the acting style of Prem Nath is so elegant and soph...