Not Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Randeep Hooda admire this legendary superstar, call him…, his name was...
During an interview with IANS, when he was asked about how these days actors and celebrities tries to maintain their unique charm, Randeep said 'Nowadays the image of actors is made by their style, but in this era of what is seen sells, social media and the tendency to be available all the time has taken it to a different level.'
He further said, 'It seems that your identity is made by this. Still, there have been many actors who have gained a lot of success because of their unique and special personal style. The first name that comes to my mind is Late Raaj Kumar, who was known for his unique style, which has reflected in his on-screen performance as well, because he was the man with his own unique style.' Who was Raaj Kumar?
The legendary actor known for his unforgettable dialogue delivery, aristocratic bearing, and unmistakable on-screen presence starred in iconic films like Mother India, Waqt, Dil Ek Mandir, Saudagar, Paigham, and Tirangaa, leaving an indelible mark on Hindi cinema. With his gravelly voice and poised demeanor, he redefined what it meant to be a style icon in Bollywood. Raaj Kumar continued acting well into his later years, sustaining his aura as a sophisticated screen icon until he died in 1996 due to cardiac arrest. He left behind a legacy of unforgettable moments, undaunted by time; his screen persona continued to influence generations of actors and fans alike. Even today, filmmakers and actors like Randeep Hooda reference his style and delivery as benchmarks for gravitas and charisma. More about Randeep Hooda
Randeep Hooda made his acting debut in critically acclaimed director Mira Nair's Oscar-nominated film, Monsoon Wedding. This movie garnered numerous awards worldwide, including a BAFTA and the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. He has appeared in several significant films such as Highway, Extraction, Sarabjit, Do Lafzon Ki Kahani, Kick, Sultan, Jannat 2, and Veer Savarkar, among others. His most recent appearance was in Jaat, featuring Sunny Deol and directed by Telugu filmmaker Gopichand Malineni.
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