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Indian Express
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Shah Rukh Khan was ‘rude, mean' to Kajol during their first meeting on Baazigar sets, Maa actor recalls calling him ‘khadoos': ‘Can you shut up?'
Actors Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan didn't hit it off instantly during their first film together, Baazigar. In fact, their initial interaction on the set of the 1992 film was anything but pleasant. While Shah Rukh found Kajol to be overly talkative, the Maa actor wished the superstar would open up and interact more. In a recent interview, Kajol recalled her first impression of SRK on the Baazigar set and also spoke about filming a 'sensual' scene with him. During a conversation with Radio Nasha Official, Kajol shared that everyone was hungover after partying on New Year's, while she was energetic after a good night's sleep. 'First of all, I was not even 18 at that time, around seventeen and a half years old. I was into my books 24/7, so 31st December was like 31st hai, it's okay. We were shooting on January 1, Shah Rukh likes to shoot on that day. Saal ke pehle din shooting karo toh poore saal karte ho,' she said. The actor continued, 'The whole unit was hungover on January 1 morning. Everybody had a long night, no one slept, everyone came after partying, but Shah Rukh wanted to shoot so everybody was there. I took my 10-hour sleep, I was wide awake and chirpy at 11:30 in the morning. I was sitting and chatting, mujhe chup rehne ki aadat nahi hai. I don't understand the concept of silence too much, especially when there are people around you.' ALSO READ | Amid polarised response to Shah Rukh Khan's MET Gala 2025 look, Kajol copies his look; asks fans to 'spot the difference'. See photos Shah Rukh Khan was seated at a distance from Kajol, preparing for the shoot. 'I was talking to the cameraman, my makeup man and hairdresser. I am jabbering away. Meri awaaz bagair mic ke kahan kahan pahuch jaati hai. After a point, I said, 'Ravi dada, yeh kya khadooss actor hai aapka'. Bechara Shah Rukh chashma pehnke apni lines padh raha tha. He was sitting across the table and learning his lines,' she recalled. Kajol was amused by the silence and went ahead to initiate a conversation with SRK. However, he was in no mood to socialise. 'I sat next to him and said, 'Hi, why aren't you talking? Are you this khadoos every time? You can't be like this!' He said, 'Can you please shut up for a minute? Somebody shut her up, for God's sake. I felt that was so rude and mean. Here I am trying to be nice and friendly. Of course, that led to a great friendship. I don't think he even remembers half of it. He would just say that she was a blur.' When asked about Shah Rukh pinching her while shooting a 'sensual' scene in Baazigar, she replied, 'Shah Rukh has done a lot of ridiculous things in front of me and likewise, I have too. Saroj ji said that you have to suddenly feel 'aah'. It has to be an expression of sensuality. I was 18 years old, I told her I don't understand. She showed it to me and I couldn't do it. I wasn't getting it. How do I get embarrassed? Sharam aati hai toh kya lagna chahiye?' The actor added, 'Finally, she told Shah Rukh to pinch her (Kajol) in the shot because the cameras were only in close-up, so that she gives the expression we want. So, that's how we learnt how to give that particular expression.' On the work front, Kajol is gearing up for her upcoming horror film Maa. The film is set to hit theatres on June 27.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘He was very wealthy, had a bungalow…' This actress made SHOCKING revelations about Amitabh Bachchan's career, questioned his struggles and…, her name is…
Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan possesses charisma that was evident even before he arrived in world of showbiz. As the son of celebrated poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, he had to build a huge legacy. Yet he decided to achieve success independently and become a trademark and shining example for ages. Starting as a radio jockey and resting on a Marine Drive bench surrounded by rats, He rose to become one of most renowned figures in Bollywood, showcasing an impressive rags-to-riches narrative. Nonetheless, his former co-star has stated in a recent interview that she is not able to digest his narrative of hustle. Veteran Actress… Here we are talking about veteran actress Mumtaz , who is best known for leading many hits in the early 70s. Regarded as one of the finest actresses of Hindi cinema, Mumtaz is the recipient of two Filmfare Awards , who made her acting debut at age 11 with the 1958 film Lajwanti and Sone Ki Chidiya . Later, she got the role of the main lead heroine in 16 back-to-back action films, including Faulad, Veer Bhimsen, Tarzan Comes to Delhi, Sikandar-E-Azam, Rustom-E-Hind, Raaka, and Daku Mangal Singh , which made her rise to enormous fame and known face of the industry. The actress who has now taken a hiatus from her acting career recently appeared on Radio Nasha , where she spoke about Amitabh Bachchan . She mentioned that legendary superstar was never intended to become a superstar and struggle as he came from a very influential background, whose father is renowned poet of this country. Mumtaz said, 'You see, I had to leave school in fourth grade and I began working as an extra in movies. I was 7 years old and we received Rs 500 for a role, from which I had to pay Rs 100 to person who found us job, leaving rest for my mother. Conversely, Amitabh ji was an exceptionally well-educated and sophisticated individual. 'His dad was a well-known person, and they lived in a bungalow with a comfortable lifestyle, so I can't comprehend why he felt the need to pursue acting.' When Mumtaz Collaborated With Big B For… The pair collaborated in 1973 movie Bandhe Haath , which was directed by Late OP Goyal . Reflecting on her experience sharing with him, Mumtaz said, 'He was extremely rich, famous, and knowledgeable.' He desired to work together and I agreed and we did that movie. I was extremely pleased to collaborate with him as he is a genuinely nice individual. He possesses a distinct elegance, and I regret not having made more films with him to gain additional insights from him.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amitabh Bachchan's heroine says he was no struggler, claims he had a 'nice life' before debut. 'They had a bungalow'
Amitabh Bachchan 's fame and dominance in the Indian film industry are well known, but even before his debut in cinema, he carried an unmistakable charisma. Born into a well-respected household, with his father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, being one of the most celebrated poets in the country, Amitabh came from a background that already had prestige and prominence. While many believed that he carved his path from modest beginnings—doing odd jobs like working as a radio presenter and spending nights on Marine Drive benches—some, including actress Mumtaz , have questioned this version of events. In a recent conversation on Radio Nasha , Mumtaz offered her perspective on the notion of Bachchan's early hardships. She expressed skepticism regarding the widespread belief that the actor struggled before attaining stardom. From her point of view, he was never truly underprivileged. She emphasized that he was not only highly educated but also came from an affluent family that lived comfortably in a bungalow. According to her, such a background rarely aligns with the traditional idea of someone battling poverty to reach the top. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Air conditioners without external unit. (click to see prices) Air Condition | Search Ads Search Now Undo Mumtaz contrasted her own early life with Bachchan's. She spoke about having to leave school after the fourth grade and taking up minor roles in films as a child just to support her family. Her earnings as a junior artist, meager as they were, had to be divided between an agent and her household. By comparison, she saw Bachchan as someone who had the luxury of choice—he did not have to act out of financial need but rather out of passion or ambition. "I had to drop out of school in fourth grade, and I started working as an extra in films. I was 7 years old, and we used to get Rs 500 for a role, out of which Rs 100 I had to give to the person who got us the job, and the rest I used to give to my mother. On the other hand, Amitabh ji was a highly educated and classy person. His father was a known figure, and they had a bungalow and a nice life, so I don't understand why he needed to become an actor.' she explained. Despite their differing paths, Mumtaz fondly recalled working with Bachchan in the 1973 film Bandhe Haath, directed by O.P. Goyle. She noted that although he didn't seem to need the profession, she admired his poise, intelligence, and refinement. She expressed genuine appreciation for the opportunity to share screen space with someone she regarded as a gentleman with a unique presence. Looking back, she wished she had more chances to work alongside him and learn from his approach. The same year Bandhe Haath was released, Amitabh Bachchan's performance in Zanjeer skyrocketed him to nationwide fame, cementing his place in Bollywood 's elite. He went on to deliver a string of box office hits, including Sholay, Deewaar, Amar Akbar Anthony, and Don. Mumtaz, meanwhile, stepped away from acting in 1977 after marrying businessman Mayur Madhvani. Though she returned briefly in the 1990s in Aandhiyan, her reappearance was short-lived, and she eventually exited the industry for good.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Mumtaz Wonders Why 'Very Wealthy' Amitabh Bachchan Became An Actor: 'They Had A Bungalow'
Last Updated: Mumtaz says Amitabh Bachchan had a privileged life and questions his struggler image. Amitabh Bachchan is often hailed as the symbol of grit in Bollywood — a man who rose from rejection to reign as the industry's biggest star. But veteran actress Mumtaz recently shared a contrasting view, suggesting that his early life was far from the image of hardship that fans usually associate with him. Speaking to Radio Nasha, Mumtaz said she didn't see real struggle in Amitabh's beginnings and compared their vastly different upbringings. 'See, I had to drop out of school in fourth grade, and I started working as an extra in films. I was 7 years old and we used to get Rs 500 for a role, out of which Rs 100 I had to give to person who got us the job, and the rest I used to give to my mother. On the other hand, Amitabh ji was a highly educated and classy person. His father was a known figure, and they had a bungalow and a nice life, so I don't understand why he needed to become an actor," she said. The two actors worked together only once — in the 1973 film Bandhe Haath, directed by OP Goyle. While the film may not be remembered as a major hit, it marked a rare collaboration between two celebrated names. Mumtaz recalled her time working with him fondly. 'He was very wealthy, well known and educated. He wanted to work; I said yes, and we made that film. I was very happy to work with him; he is a very nice person. He has a certain class, and I wish I could have done more films with him so that I could have learnt more from him." Interestingly, Bandhe Haath released the same year as Zanjeer, the film that transformed Bachchan into a national sensation and redefined the hero archetype in Indian cinema. From there, he delivered iconic performances in films like Sholay, Deewaar, and Amar Akbar Anthony. Mumtaz was one of the most popular actresses of the 1960s and 70s, known for her expressive performances and effortless screen presence. She starred in numerous box office hits like Do Raaste, Brahmachari, and Roti, and was celebrated for her on-screen chemistry with Rajesh Khanna. First Published: June 15, 2025, 09:36 IST
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mumtaz reflects on her first and only film with Amitabh Bachchan, says ‘he came from a wealthy family'- Read more
Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan is often seen as the man who went from nothing to everything—a struggler who made it big with sheer hard work. But actress Mumtaz , who starred with him in just one film, has a different opinion. In a recent interview with Radio Nasha, Mumtaz shared that she didn't see any real struggle in Amitabh's early days. 'See, I had to drop out of school in fourth grade, and I started working as an extra in films. I was 7 years old and we used to get Rs 500 for a role, out of which Rs 100 I had to give to person who got us the job, and the rest I used to give to my mother. On the other hand, Amitabh ji was a highly educated and classy person. His father was a known figure, and they had a bungalow and a nice life, so I don't understand why he needed to become an actor,' she said. ' Bandhe Haath ' – their one and only film Mumtaz worked with Amitabh Bachchan in the 1973 film 'Bandhe Haath', directed by OP Goyle. It was the only time the two actors appeared on screen together. Though the film isn't widely remembered today, it holds a special place for Mumtaz as it gave her the chance to work with someone she admired. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The 'Brahmachari' actress said, 'He was very wealthy, well known and educated. He wanted to work; I said yes, and we made that film. I was very happy to work with him; he is a very nice person. He has a certain class, and I wish I could have done more films with him so that I could have learnt more from him. The year Big B rose to fame Interestingly, 'Bandhe Haath' came out in the same year as Amitabh Bachchan's big break—'Zanjeer'. That film made him a star overnight and earned him the 'angry young man' title. From then on, he went on to give back-to-back hits like 'Sholay' (1975), 'Deewaar' (1975), 'Amar Akbar Anthony' (1977), and 'Don' (1978). While 'Bandhe Haath' didn't reach the same level of fame, it remains a unique moment where Mumtaz and Amitabh Bachchan came together for the first—and only—time. Amitabh Bachchan's Sunday Tradition Continues with a Thoughtful Twist
