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India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Rajesh Khanna once revealed real reason why Dimple Kapadia never divorced him
The tag of India's first-ever superstar is associated with none other than Rajesh Khanna. The iconic late actor left no stone unturned in entertaining fans to the fullest. With movies like Aradhana, Anand, Amar Prem, Namak Haraam, Avishkaar, The Train, among others, Rajesh Khanna is known for his performances, even more than a decade after his passing. Fondly called Kaka, Khanna's professional life was celebrated, while his personal life also made headlines. Rajesh was married to actress Dimple Kapadia. The actress was hardly 15 when she tied the knot with the superstar. However, their wedding did not last long, and they eventually separated. Though the couple went their separate ways, they never formally divorced until his demise in 2012. A video that has resurfaced online shows Kaka reflecting on Dimple's decision not to grant him a divorce. The video is now making the rounds on the internet. Rajesh Khanna, in the video, can be heard saying, 'We did live separately. Abhi tak divorce nahi diya. (She has not given me a divorce yet). She doesn't give reasons—best known to her. I can only say that she chose not to get a divorce. It's her choice. Dilon ki baat hai (It is a matter of the heart). The knots and seven pheras are part of an institution of marriage that seems outdated in today's modern times, as per many people. Some people share, while others don't disclose.' Rajesh Khanna's love life was known to all. After separating from Dimple Kapadia, rumours made headlines that Kaka was romantically involved with Tina Munim (now Tina Ambani). However, one of his iconic affairs—which was not hidden from anyone—was with Anju Mahendru. Though Kaka and Anju were never married, they had a live-in relationship. Media reports claim that Kaka did propose to Anju for marriage even before getting married to Dimple. However, the actress turned down the offer, saying that she wanted to focus on her career at that point in time and was not ready for marriage.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
'She was not married but was just like...': Mumtaz reveals Rajesh Khanna loved another actress, not Dimple Kapadia, she is...
Rajesh Khanna was that star of stars. In the Bollywood industry, where stardom often fades with time, it was Rajesh Khanna's fame that remained evergreen. From Aradhana, Anand, Amar Prem, to Namak Haraam, Avishkaar, The Train, among others, Rajesh Khanna delivered superhit movies that the industry still remembers. Fondly called Kaka, Rajesh's professional life always remained in the headlines. However, it was his personal life that made fans curious too. Rajesh Khanna's controversial love affair was known to all. From marrying Dimple Kapadia at a young age to having a relationship with Tina Munim (now Tina Ambani), Kaka's love life was famous in every state of the nation. However, do you know that there was a person in Kaka's life who, though not married to him, remained with him just like a wife? Yes, the person here in discussion is veteran actress Anju Mahendru. Rajesh and Anju lived together like husband and wife for a long time, which is today called live-in. Rajesh Khanna's co-star Mumtaz revealed this secret relationship of Rajesh Khanna. In a podcast, Mumtaz clearly stated that Rajesh and Anju did not consider themselves less than husband and wife. Mumtaz said, 'Rajesh and Anju lived in the same house like husband and wife, they used to get up and sit together, eat and drink together — their relationship was no less than that of a husband and wife.' The veteran actress added, 'Yes, both of them were not married, but this relationship was no less than a marriage. They both loved each other very much.' It is worth noting that Rajesh's mother wanted him to get married soon, because he was 27 years old at that time. But when Rajesh proposed to Anju in 1971, she said that she wanted to postpone their marriage because she wanted to focus on building her career as an actress.
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Every hero I have worked with, became a star, says Juhi Chawla
Actress Juhi Chawla , whose radiant smile and charm captivated audiences throughout the 90s, graced Kolkata on Tuesday evening for the eighth edition of the Times Business Awards. Juhi charmed the gathering with a heartfelt speech. During her address, she not only expressed her deep affection for Kolkata but also highlighted her enduring connection to the City of Joy, notably through her work in the Bengali film Amar Prem, which she starred in with Prosenjit Chatterjee . Juhi's star-maker magic Adding a delightful and humorous twist to the evening, Juhi Chawla playfully hinted at her own secret superpower of turning co-stars into superstars. 'Whichever hero works with me becomes a star – be it Shah Rukh, Aamir, or even Prosenjit,' she said with a knowing smile. With a twinkle in her eye, she added, 'While they rightfully get appreciated, people should also praise me for their stardom.' Qayamat se Qayamat Tak had just released when we were shooting in Kolkata for Amar Prem. Juhi had then risen to become a star that she is today – Prosenjit Chatterjee I remember working on Amar Prem, very early in my career, with Prosenjit Chatterjee – Juhi Chawla When the anchor conducted a poll on Juhi Chawla's most favourite movies, the actress was surprised to see many likes for her movie Yes Boss and said, 'When the movie had released, it had done well but it wasn't a big hit. Little did I know that so many years down the line, people will appreciate it so much.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
India.com
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Rajesh Khanna watched this Bengali film for 6 months, director asked him to copy..., movie was..., lead actress is...
Rajesh Khanna was Indian cinema's first superstar. The actor, who was fondly called Kaka, has given 17 back-to-back hits in his life. During his career, Rajesh Khanna has worked with many actresses and one among them is Sharmila Tagore. Their film Amar Prem, released in 1972, is considered a superhit movie of that time. In the film, Rajesh played the character of Anand Babu. However, do you know an interesting fact about this film was that in order to bring Anand's character to life, Rajesh Khanna watched the 1970 Bengali film Nishi Padma 24 times? This Bengali film was based on Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay's story Hinger Kochuri, which was directed by Arabinda Mukherjee. In the film Nishi Padma, Bengali superstar Uttam Kumar became Rajesh Khanna's inspiration. The director of Amar Prem, Shakti Samanta, advised Khanna to copy Uttam Kumar's acting. Rajesh Khanna used to have a busy schedule. However, he used to take out time to practice. And, as a result, Rajesh Khanna's efforts paid off and his scenes in Amar Prem were beautifully shown. Amar Prem, released on 28 January 1972, was a box office hit and became the 13th highest-grossing film of 1972. R.D. Burman's music and Anand Bakshi's songs like 'Kuch To Log Kahenge', 'Chingari Koi Bhadke', and 'Raina Beeti Jaaye' are still loved by people till date. Do you know that Rajesh Khanna was not the first choice for Amar Prem? Yes, it was Raj Kumar whom Shakti Samanta wanted to cast. However, Khanna got the role because of his passion. Amar Prem further enhanced the pairing of Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore, who had previously worked together in hits like Aradhana and Kati Patang.
India.com
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film was screened a day before 1971 war, Rajesh Khanna, Sharmila Tagore were in lead role, what made it unforgettable was..,, the film is...
This film was screened a day before 1971 war, Rajesh Khanna, Sharmila Tagore were in lead role, what made it unforgettable was.., the film is.. Back in the 70's, when the entire nation was going through an unprecedented situation of a war, an unexpected event was taking place in the hearts of 70's. While at one place, the nation was all geared up for a national conflict, on the other hand, a special screening of Bollywood was taking place. And the film was not just any other film; it starred the beloved actors of Bollywood, Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore, and the film was none other than the timeless classic Amar Prem. But besides the uncanny timing of the screening, a day before the historic war that led to the creation of Bangladesh, it was the presence of India's most prestigious military heroes, General Sam Manekshaw, that caught everyone's attention. The movie got a lot of praise for its exceptional storytelling and impeccable performance of the actors, but it was the military hero's presence at the screening, during such a conflicting time, that spoke volumes about its impact. According to social media, the screening took place a day before the war officially began on 3rd December, 1971. Buzz started doing rounds on social media when a vintage photo of Sharmila Tagore and Rajesh Khanna surfaced online along with a tall, broad-shouldered man in uniform,, identified as General Manekshaw. According to the post, this photo was from the screening of Amar Prem that was held just a day before the war, and this photo was proof of a moment frozen in time. Even today, this timeless classic, Amar Prem, is celebrated as one of the finest works of Hindi cinema with its emotional depth and notable performances. Even today its songs evoke a sense of nostalgia. This Shakti Samanta film featured a star-studded cast featuring Vinod Mehra, Sujit Kumar, Madan Puri, and Om Prakash alongside the lead pair. While some people believed that this viral photo that resurfaced was from the day before the war, others believe that the official release happened only in January 1972, a month after the war ended, hence, they find this information misleading. Whether the information remains true or not. The impact of this film cannot be banished. The photograph itself serves as proof of how cinema and the collective consciousness of a nation are the thread of the same fabric, and that Amar Prem, a film about love, pain, and humanity, resonated even at the most turbulent times for the nation.
