On Waheeda Rehman's birthday, Saira Banu shares a nostalgic tribute featuring the yesteryear actress and late husband Dilip Kumar, accompanied by delightful anecdotes.
Arjun, Premnath's second grandson, tied the knot a few days ago as well. Monty's youngest son Arjun too had a love marriage, just like his brother. The girl is a Mumbai native named Simone Doondy. Simone and Arjun dated for seven years.
Most of his Bollywood career comprises a set repertoire - the bald, unconscionable don, the brutal policeman, the lecherous, covetous zamindar, or the ruthless politician. But Amrish Puri always brought different shades to their rendition, and with his booming baritone, smouldering gaze, and imposing presence, he could stand his ground against stalwarts like Dilip Kumar, Raj Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan.
Today vanity vans are essential at film shoots. Several actors own their luxurious mobile vans that cost crores. Before vanity vans became a must on film sets, actors, especially female artists used to face several difficulties during their outdoor shoots.
Govind Namdev, who also starred in the movie, thought he was misused in this situation, even though Ghai's ability to bring the actors together was well-received by the public. Govind revealed in a recent interview that he went through a "traumatic time" during the time that Ghai was filming with him before removing his part from the picture entirely.
Raaj Kumar, whose real name was Kulbhushan Nath Pandit, had an adventurous and distinctive entry into the performing industry. The renowned actor worked as an IAS Sub-inspector in the Mumbai Police in the late 1940s before breaking into the film industry.
Salman gave Bajrangi Bhaijaan at the age of 50, while Amitabh was seen in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham at 58. Dilip KUmar gave Kranti at the age of 59. At the age of 64 he starred in Karma Which earned Rs 13 crore. His last big hit was Saudagar at the age of 69 where he was seen in a pivotal role.
Nevertheless, the renowned actor had a difficult time becoming well-known in the world of entertainment. Not many know that he faced significant challenges from members of his own family. Especially his father was not at all interested in the arts.
Music composer AR Rahman is a deeply spiritual person, and has often spoken about his faith. Rahman, who was born Dilip Kumar, changed his faith and started following a sufi saint after he lost his father at a young age.