When Zeenat Aman called Dharmendra her favourite co-star: 'He was a down-to-earth gentleman'
Zeenat Aman
is known to share memories from her movies on social media. The actress had once opened up on co-star
Dharmendra
and called him her favourite. She had also shared anecdotes about the '
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
' actor.
'Down To Earth' gentleman
Zeenat Aman expressed her admiration for Dharmendra's genuine nature, emphasising his lack of pretense. "He was handsome, of course, but more importantly he was a down to earth gentleman.
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There were no pretences or airs about him, and that made me feel most comfortable on set," she wrote. This sentiment highlights the easy camaraderie and mutual respect that existed between the two actors, contributing to a positive and enjoyable working environment.
Language Exchange During 'Shalimar' Shoot
The actress reminisced about their collaboration on several films, particularly the international heist film Shalimar. Due to the film's simultaneous production in English and Hindi to cater to a global audience, both actors found themselves needing assistance with their respective dialogues. Zeenat Aman revealed a unique bonding experience, stating, "Well, Dharm ji required assistance with his English dialogues and I required help with my Hindi. And so, post the daily shoot you would find each of us with our respective tutors, studiously running our lines for hours." This shared struggle and mutual support created a strong bond between them, as they navigated the challenges of multilingual filmmaking.
'Kaatilon Ke Kaatil' and a Message of Acceptance
Zeenat Aman also shared two photographs with Dharmendra, providing context and insights into their shared history. "The first picture here is from the song Saare Bazaar Karenge Pyar from the film Kaatilon Ke Kaatil. It's an excellent number, with a full-fledged gender role reversal!" she wrote. She explained her choice of this particular image, stating, "I posted this image first because I think people should have the right to dress as they please, without being threatened or assaulted. Perhaps the picturization of the song was meant to be comical, but its message is clear-"दिखा दे हम मोहब्बत में है कितना दुनिया मानेगी मनेगी मानेगी मोहब्बत ऐसे होती है" (Show me how much we are in love, the world is bound to accept it, love is like this)". This caption reveals Zeenat Aman's progressive views and her desire to use her platform to promote acceptance and tolerance, even in the context of a lighthearted film song.
Her engaging storytelling and thoughtful reflections, provide us with a glimpse into the golden era of Bollywood, celebrating the camaraderie and professionalism that defined her working relationship with Dharmendra. Her post serves as a reminder of the enduring power of genuine connection and the importance of using one's voice to advocate for positive social change.
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