A Look Back At
Born in 1970
What Was Life Like in 1970?
Who Was in Charge?
Prime Minister
Indira Gandhi
What Things Cost
Petrol (per litre)
₹0.60/L
Loaf of Bread
₹0.26
Average House
₹17,000
Weekly Wage
₹22
Top Bollywood Film
Mera Naam Joker
What Was Life Really Like?
Rajesh Khanna's stardom was at its absolute peak — his films played to packed houses everywhere, and his name on a poster guaranteed a blockbuster. Mera Naam Joker was Raj Kapoor's epic passion project, released to mixed results. Indira Gandhi was at the height of her political power, commanding massive public affection with her Garibi Hatao (Remove Poverty) slogan.
India's population was crossing 550 million, and the pressure on cities, farms and schools was immense.
Popular Toys & Games
- Nerf Ball
- Hot Wheels
- Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots
Bollywood Chart Song in 1970
Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan
Mukesh
From: Mera Naam Joker