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India.com
30 minutes ago
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Made for Rs 30 lakh, this Amitabh Bachchan film became a huge hit, earned Rs..., won 9 awards, has 8.1 IMDb rating, movie is...
Amitabh Bachchan is one of those actors who have been enthralling audiences for decades. For the last 55 years, the actor has carved a remarkable place for himself, which he continues to hold even at the age of 82. From Zanjeer, Deewar, Trishul, Silsila to Coolie, Baghban, Sarkar, Piku, and more, the Big B of Bollywood has delivered several hits. Today, we will talk about one of those films of Big B that became a huge hit, earned him 9 awards, and also has an IMDb rating of 8.1. This movie featured the late actor Rajesh Khanna and was released 54 years ago, becoming a massive success. The film we are talking about is Anand. Released in 1971, this film won the Filmfare Award for Best Film in 1972. Rajesh Khanna won the Best Actor Award. On the other hand, Amitabh Bachchan won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. This film also received the Filmfare Award for Best Story. Gulzar received the Filmfare Award for Best Dialogue for the film. Hrishikesh Mukherjee was honored with the Filmfare Award for Best Editor and also received the National Award for this film. What stood out in the film was the powerful climax of Anand. Apart from that, the songs from the film also left audiences emotional and are still cherished to this day. The film was so loved by the audience that it received an 8.1 IMDb rating. If you are planning to watch the film, you can find it on Amazon Prime Video. Apart from Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan, the movie also features Sumita Sanyal, the late actor Ramesh Deo, Seema Deo, and more.
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13 hours ago
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'Not married but lived like a wife...': Mumtaz reveals shocking details about Rajesh Khanna's life
There have been many controversial love stories in the Bollywood industry that made headlines but never reached the stage of marriage and ended midway. One such famous love story is that of the late superstar Rajesh Khanna and veteran actress Anju Mahendru, who dated from 1966 to 1971. During that time, the two were also in a live-in relationship, but it didn't last long. Recently, veteran actress Mumtaz spoke openly about their relationship in an interview. Mumtaz makes shocking claims about Anju and Rajesh Khanna's relationship A video has been posted on Instagram where the anchor mentions that Anju Mahendru loved Rajesh Khanna deeply. In response, Mumtaz says, 'Her first husband had passed away. She lived with Rajesh Khanna for years, like a wife, managing the house, taking care of him.' Mumtaz added that Anju used to host her and her husband as well, since their house was within walking distance. Mumtaz further said, 'She was a wife without marriage, exactly like that. And that's more important than marriage'. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jyoti Arshika (@jyoti_arshika) Incomplete Love story of Rajesh Khanna and Anju Mahendru The love story of Anju Mahendru and Rajesh Khanna began in 1966. The two were in a live-in relationship for seven years. In 1971, Anju rejected Rajesh Khanna's marriage proposal because she wanted to focus on her career, which led to a rift in their relationship. After that, Anju got engaged to Barbadian cricketer Gary Sobers, but she later broke off the engagement to reconnect with Rajesh Khanna. However, Rajesh Khanna went on to marry Dimple Kapadia in 1973, and he and Anju eventually became friends. Around the same time, Anju married actor Imtiaz Khan in 1972, but the couple divorced in 1979. Anju Mahendru remained close to Rajesh Khanna and was by his side even during his final moments.
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4 days ago
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India's first film to be shot in Afghanistan, Rajesh Khanna was offered lead role, later he was rejected by director due to…, movie is…, lead actor was…
The Hollywood classic cult film, The Godfather, has inspired many Bollywood films, including the 1975 film Dharmatma, which was released 50 years ago on April 30, 1975. The lead role and direction were handled by the renowned actor-director Late Feroz Khan. The film had a star-studded cast, along with the Dream Girl of Bollywood, Hema Malini. But did you know that it was first offered to legendary superstar Rajesh Khanna? When Rajesh Khanna Was Removed From Dharmatma According to reports, Rajesh Khanna was in discussions with Feroz Khan regarding the casting for the film. However, despite their talks, the casting did not materialize for some undisclosed reason. Although speculations have been made that Feroz wanted to cast Rajesh Khanna due to his superstar status, believing that his presence would contribute to the film's success. Ultimately, Feroz decided to proceed without Rajesh Khanna, as he felt that if the film succeeded, all the credit would go to Khanna. By taking on the lead role himself, Feroz aimed to target his role along with his superstar stature. When Hema Malini Shared About Incident With Feroz Khan During her appearance on the music show Indian Idol 15, Hema Malini recounted her experience of working with superstar Feroz Khan. The actress recalled that while filming the iconic track Kya Khoob Lagti Ho, Badi Sundar Dikhti Ho song for the film Dharmatma, Feroz Khan got annoyed and kicked something in anger, which he later realised was her makeup box. She said, 'It was during the shoot of the song 'Kya Khoob Lagti Ho, Badi Sundar Dikhti Ho.' Feroz Khan was a very passionate filmmaker, and during blast scene at the end of the song, people were laughing in the background. This made him angry, and in his frustration, he kicked something without realizing what it was. Later, he discovered that it was my makeup box.' Due to the chaos, the filming was delayed for almost half a day. She jokingly added, 'There was pin-drop silence for two days afterward because everyone was scared. He apologized as soon as he realized it was mine.' More about Dharmatma Dharmatma was the first Indian movie filmed in Afghanistan. It became a superhit and marked Feroz Khan's first successful venture as both a director and producer. The cast included notable actors such as Hema Malini, Rekha, Farida Jalal, Ranjeet, and Danny Denzongpa. The action-thriller flick, which was made on Rs 1.5 crore budget, earned Rs 5 crore and became one of the biggest blockbusters of that year.
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4 days ago
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This 2 hour 30 minute film is an all-time blockbuster, influenced parents to change their will, has 7.3 IMDb rating, film is..,lead actors are...
This 2 hour 30 minute film is an all-time blockbuster, influenced parents to change their will, has 7.3 IMDb rating, film is..,lead actors are... In the ever-evolving world of cinema, many films come and go. Some entertain us for a bit, stay with us for a few hours or a day, and before we know it, vanish from our memory. However, every once in a while comes a film comes that not only entertains us but also changes our perception and remains etched in our memory for years to come. One such tale is of a film that came during the golden era and left an impact that redefined cinema. Directed by Mohan Kumar, this name was none other than Avtaar. The film also featured legendary stars Rajesh Khanna and Shabana Azmi in the lead. This 2-hour 30-minute film was based on a family that portrayed a strong message for society. The plot revolved around the reality of ageing parents, who are often taken for granted or left abandoned once the kids start entering the cycle of earning money. The film is led by Rajesh Khanna, who portrays the character of Avtaar Kishen. He is a poor man who works relentlessly in a factory to keep his family financially happy, even after losing one hand in a workplace accident. After years of hard work and dedication, when Avatar became financially stable, the story saw a turn of events. His children, who once distanced themselves from him, come back to him. Not out of love or care, but out of sheer greed and wealth inheritance. The message of this movie not only kept the audience hooked and entertained them, but it also influenced the audience in such a way that a lot of elderly viewers got their will changed, fearing betrayal from their children. Many even took back the property they had once assigned to their kids. Made on a humble budget of Rs. 1.60 crores, this film hit gold at the box office and earned Rs. ₹8 crores worldwide with an IMDb rating of 7.3 This film was not only a blockbuster hit, but it also became a topic of debate amongst viewers that touched a deep emotional chord with them.
Mint
13-06-2025
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'I will sleep peacefully only when I have Anand': When Dharmendra confronted director Hrishikesh Mukherjee for replacing him with Rajesh Khanna in film
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 13 (ANI): Bollywood veteran actor Dharmendra shared an incident when he confronted the late director Hrishikesh Mukherjee for allegedly replacing him with superstar Rajesh Khanna in the film 'Anand'. Released in 1971, 'Anand' is considered one of the finest movies in Bollywood. It starred Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan in the lead roles and was directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Rajesh Khanna's titular role in the film was reportedly first offered to the rising star of that time, Dharmendra. However, the director later allegedly replaced him without any formal explanation. In a conversation with ANI on Friday, Dharmendra opened up about the incident and said that he once confronted the director for his removal from the film while he was drunk. He said, "We were going to Bengaluru. He told the whole story. I was charged, naturally. He was a great director. I was very happy, and because of that, I drank a few glasses of alcohol. The next day, I read that Rajesh Khanna was working on it. So, naturally, I was a little surprised. I didn't have the courage to say it to him." Then, one day, the actor mustered the courage to confront the late director Mukherjee and asked him, "Where is my 'Anand'?" "I told him, Dada, you told me a story. We will do this and that while going to Bangalore. I was very happy. A good story with such a good director. And then I found out that Rajesh Khanna was working on it. At night, when I said this, he said he would do another film with me, and I was like, 'Where is my Anand?'. He told me to sleep. A little later, I again said, 'Dada'. I think he got agitated a little and then he said, 'Dharmendra, go to sleep'," said Dharmedra. To this, the 'Sholay' actor responded, "Neend nhi aati. Anand ki neend tabhi aaegi jab mere paas 'Anand' hoga (I can't sleep. I will sleep peacefully only when I have 'Anand')" Despite their professional and brief dispute over 'Anand', the actor said he still respects Hrishikesh Mukherjee and is sad about his passing. Meanwhile, Dharmendra is set to reunite with actor Arbaaz Khan after 27 years with the film 'Maine Pyaar Kiya Phir Se'. The film is set to begin its shooting schedule soon and is expected to hit theatres in November 2025, as noted in a press note shared by the makers of 'Maine Pyar Kiya Phir Se'. (ANI)
