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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Mahesh Bhatt fondly remembers Reema Lagoo 8 years after her sudden demise
Reema Lagoo , known for the warmth she radiated on screen and the emotional depth she brought to her roles, left the film industry in mourning when she suddenly passed away on May 18, 2017. Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt — who collaborated with her across film and television — in a candid chat with ETimes, recalls the moment he heard the news of her demise and the stillness that followed. Fondly remembering the many creative moments together, Bhatt honoured her memory, her artistry, and the profound legacy she left behind. We lost Reema Lagoo — someone you collaborated with so often — far too soon, didn't we? Mahesh Bhatt: Even now, eight years after her sudden passing, I see her luminous eyes, her unspoken warmth, the stillness from which her performances flowed. Some presences don't vanish. They settle into the heart. What was your reaction to her sudden demise? Bhatt: Eight years ago, on an ordinary morning, my phone rang. It was Gurudev Bhalla , my protégé, producer of Naamkaran. 'Sir,' he said gently, 'Reema Lagoo is gone. She passed this morning. The shoot is cancelled. May I come pick you up?' His words froze the day. As sudden as death—everything changed. Moments later, I stood beside her. Still. Silent. The warmth gone. She was 58. And just like that, memory took over. What were some of your memories of working with this charming actress? Bhatt: I was back on the set of Aashiqui, day one. Reema was playing a single mother —quiet, dignified, wounded. The scene where she asks her son to return her mangalsutra— a silent declaration that the marriage is over, became the soul of the film. Another moment that lingers was her advice to Anu(Aggarwal), the young lead, not to give up her career just to soothe a man's insecurity. Reema played that scene with rare conviction, quietly challenging the old scripts that demanded women surrender their dreams. She didn't just perform it—she lived it. Thereafter, you went on to work with her on several projects Bhatt: We worked again in 'Gumrah', with Sridevi, where she played a mother revealing a long-buried truth as she approached death. And later in Naajayaz, as a woman torn between her son—a cop—and her lover, an underworld don. Reema's performances never shouted; they ached, they endured, they spoke with stillness. Then came 'Naamkaran', the television adaptation of your film 'Zakham'? Bhatt: When we were casting the matriarch, I said, 'Only Reema Lagoo.'. She had stepped away from screen work, was doing theatre, but agreed to meet. After hearing the part, she smiled and said, 'Will you direct the first episode, just to set the tone?' I said, 'Yes, Reema ji. I will.' That day, I returned to the set—and watched her breathe life into that world. She uplifted everyone. Her grace, her precision, her emotional depth turned every line into something more. Her death must have shaken you. Bhatt: That breath was gone. We stood around her, stunned. It felt as though time had paused, the sun extinguished at high noon. But she lives on—in memory, in every frame she graced, in the quiet strength she brought to her roles. Thank you, Reema ji—for the truth you embodied, and the light you left behind. 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 .
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive- Imlie fame Gautam Handa on Road Trip Day says 'Such adventure helps you to reconnect with yourself'
Actor Gautam Handa known for playing the prominent role of Karan in the TV show Imlie, enjoys Road tripping. Today on Road Trip Day, he shared his passion for going on solo road trips. He said, "There's something quietly powerful about taking a long drive alone. No plans. No conversations to keep up. Just you, the road, and the low hum of the engine. In a world that rarely slows down, solo drives offer a rare kind of peace—one where you're not expected to be anywhere or be anyone but yourself." He continued, "Driving alone strips life down to the essentials. You roll the windows down, set the music to your mood, and let the road carry you. It's not about reaching a destination. It's about the drive itself—the stretch of highway, the shifting scenery, the rhythm of your thoughts syncing with the movement of the car." He added, "When you're driving with company, the focus is often outward. You're talking, navigating, coordinating. But when you're alone, it turns inward. It's where thoughts get clearer, emotions settle, and decisions that once felt heavy begin to untangle. You start noticing things: the way the light hits the dashboard, how the road curves against a hillside, the silence between songs. These little moments remind you that peace isn't always found in stillness—sometimes, it's found in motion. " The actor recalls his first to Kasauli and reveals, "I remember my first road trip was when I was in my early 20s. And it was an amazing experience to Kasauli, a beautiful hill station in Himachal Pradesh. I will never forget the memories I made during the trip. With stunning mountain views where I felt like reconnecting with myself." Gautam also shared his last trip was to Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple. "My last road trip was to Trimbakeshwar Jyotirling Temple, being a devotee of lord Shiva it was a much-awaited one. And I'm blessed to have experienced the blessings and enjoy the atmosphere filled with devotion and dedication." Gautam is known for featuring in shows like Gumrah, CID , Aahat, Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, Zindagi Abhi Baki Hai Mere Ghost. He was last seen in Pyaar Kii Raahein, before which he played the negative role of Kundan in the TV show Mil Ke Bhi Hum Na Mile.
India.com
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actress, who once worked as maid, eloped with another man despite being married, ended up sleeping on the streets due to...; She was...
If you're a Bollywood buff, you'll recognise the scene in the photo above from the popular movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham , where Ashfaque's family comes to see Ruksar, and Ashfaque's grandmother mistakenly thinks the bride is Sayeeda Begum (Daijaan). Actress Shashikala Saigal, who played Ashfaque's grandmother in K3G, is also well-known for portraying Fruity's grandmother in the beloved TV show Sonpari. With over 100 films to her credit and numerous prestigious awards throughout her illustrious career, some of Shashikala's most iconic films include Anupama, Daku, Waqt, Gumrah, Khubsoorat, Bimla, and many others. Despite spending many years in the industry, she had a troubled personal life. Let's begin with her life before entering the film world, she worked as a maid, sweeping and mopping houses to earn a living. She would often go from one studio to another, searching for work. One day, she met Noor Jehan, who gave her a small opportunity by including her in a qawwali scene for the film Zeenat. In 1947, she landed a side role in Jugnu, alongside Noor Jehan and Dilip Kumar. Shashikala made headlines throughout her illustrious career. At the age of 19, she married Om Prakash Saigal, who belonged to the family of Indian cinema's first superstar, K.L. Saigal. However, after a few years, differences began to grow between them. In an old interview, she shared: 'You can call it infatuation or whatever. I was besotted with O.P. Saigal and married him. I thought I'd settle down, but destiny kept me fettered to the camera as his business failed. Despite the money I made, I was frustrated and angry at how actresses like Shyama had graduated to lead roles while I was stuck with second leads and bit roles, even doing double shifts to keep my kitchen fires burning. The regular fights with my husband saw me send my daughters to a boarding school in Panchgani.' When Shashikala Eloped with Her Boyfriend Despite being married to O.P. Saigal, Shashikala was in a relationship with another man. She later admitted that her boyfriend had misled her at the time, calling it the biggest mistake of her life. With nowhere to live, she ended up sleeping on pavements. In an emotional interview, she recalled, 'Yes, destiny wasn't done playing me a bad hand. Differences between my husband and me worsened when the kids were in boarding school. That's when, in a misguided moment straight out of my film Gumrah, I eloped with another man abroad—leaving behind my husband, kids, and career. It was the biggest mistake of my life, for which I paid dearly. I was humiliated and tortured for days until I returned—crazy and broken. For days, I roamed the streets like a madwoman, sleeping on pavements, eating whatever I could find, and touring ashrams and temples in search of peace.'
