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India Gazette
4 days ago
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- India Gazette
"Our locations are no less than the others": Actor Kabir Bedi calls for promotion of Indian domestic tourism
Brescia [Italy], June 5 (ANI): Veteran actor Kabir Bedi called for the promotion of tourism in India during his visit to Italy on Thursday. The 'Blue' actor lauded India's natural diversity and said that it has helped increase domestic tourism in the nation. While talking to ANI, the actor said, 'Indian tourism should be promoted because our locations are no less than the others. We have stunning scenes - Himalayas, forests, deserts, beaches, buildings and forts. What do we not have in India! People used to go abroad for vacations but now domestic tourism has increased. We want people from outside to visit India and admire our locations. We have come here to bring the message to Italy that India is a wonderful place and you must come there.' The actor also recalled his Italian mini-series, 'Sandokan,' in which he played the titular role. He mentioned that several Italian series have been shot in India because of its natural diversity and amazing locations. 'In my series 'Sandokan', India was shown. Several series of Italy were shot in India and I too was a part of it. They showed amazing locations. It is important to remind people that we do have those locations as well as new locations,' said Bedi. The actor also called for more facilities to increase tourism in India. 'Infrastructure that should be built there, it is good if they are built because if people have to reach there and reside there and enjoy, the accommodation should be good. The goal of the Italy-India meeting was to bring India's message here that not only for investment but (come to India) even as a tourism destination, as a place where people can go and admire the culture,' added Kabir Bedi. Professionally, Kabir Bedi is known for his role as Emperor Shah Jahan in 'Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story', and playing a negative character in 'Khoon Bhari Maang'. He also acted in 'Main Hoon Na', and 'Kamagata Maru' with Amitabh Bachchan and John Abraham. He worked in the Tamil film 'Aravaan', directed by Vasanthabalan. (ANI)
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Our locations are no less than the others": Actor Kabir Bedi calls for promotion of Indian domestic tourism
Veteran actor Kabir Bedi called for the promotion of tourism in India during his visit to Italy on Thursday. The actor lauded India's natural diversity and said that it has helped increase domestic tourism in the nation. Veteran actor Kabir Bedi called for the promotion of tourism in India during his visit to Italy on Thursday. The 'Blue' actor lauded India's natural diversity and said that it has helped increase domestic tourism in the nation. While talking to ANI, the actor said, "Indian tourism should be promoted because our locations are no less than the others. We have stunning scenes - Himalayas, forests, deserts, beaches, buildings and forts. What do we not have in India! People used to go abroad for vacations but now domestic tourism has increased. We want people from outside to visit India and admire our locations. We have come here to bring the message to Italy that India is a wonderful place and you must come there. " The actor also recalled his Italian mini-series, 'Sandokan,' in which he played the titular role. He mentioned that several Italian series have been shot in India because of its natural diversity and amazing locations. "In my series 'Sandokan', India was shown. Several series of Italy were shot in India and I too was a part of it. They showed amazing locations. It is important to remind people that we do have those locations as well as new locations," said Bedi. The actor also called for more facilities to increase tourism in India. "Infrastructure that should be built there, it is good if they are built because if people have to reach there and reside there and enjoy, the accommodation should be good. The goal of the Italy-India meeting was to bring India's message here that not only for investment but (come to India) even as a tourism destination, as a place where people can go and admire the culture," added Kabir Bedi. Professionally, Kabir Bedi is known for his role as Emperor Shah Jahan in 'Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story', and playing a negative character in 'Khoon Bhari Maang'. He also acted in 'Main Hoon Na', and 'Kamagata Maru' with Amitabh Bachchan and John Abraham . He worked in the Tamil film 'Aravaan', directed by Vasanthabalan . 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 .
Indian Express
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kabir Bedi recalls ‘getting stoned' while working on a Dev Anand film: ‘He sent a doctor'
While conversations about a purported spike in substance abuse, particularly among youngsters, continue, reports of such practices persisting in the film industry have also emerged in recent times. Amid all this, certain remarks made by senior actor Kabir Bedi recently have gained attention. Bedi revealed that he, too, experimented with drugs in the 1970s, adding that, like many of his contemporaries, he was drawn to hippie culture. Reflecting on that era, he shared that the world underwent significant changes. Youngsters, he said, began questioning and pushing back against prevailing militaristic and hyper-masculine attitudes. He noted that the music scene also experienced a revolution at the time, marked by the arrival of rock bands such as The Beatles, Pink Floyd and The Doors, as well as artists like Bob Dylan. Bedi further stated that philosophers like Alan Watts and poets like Allen Ginsburg also had an influence on the movement. 'In India, we knew about all this and wanted to be part of the movement,' he shared during a chat with Filmfare. Admitting that he, too, was part of the hippie movement, Bedi added, 'They brought a lot of new drugs which were passed around. Many of us experimented with them (the drugs). It was all part of a changing world.' When asked if it altered him emotionally and mentally, the actor noted, 'Obviously.' On balancing his career along with all these, Bedi said: 'It's not as though taking drugs means we were on drugs all the time. These were things that we experimented on from time to time; when we took time off. But it certainly affected the whole philosophy of the age.' For the unversed, the hippies were members of a countercultural movement that rejected the customs of mainstream American life. He also recalled getting high while working on a film with Dev Anand. 'One day, a hippie came into my room and said, 'Man, do you mind if I come in? I'm freezing out here.' I invited him in, thinking I would let him watch the shooting. They lit up this big fat joint. I don't know what he smoked, but he got me stoned as well. I looked around, and nothing made sense to me. I told Dev saab that I couldn't shoot that night. He asked what happened, and I told him I wasn't feeling well. He then sent in a doctor who gave me an injection,' he shared. Discussing the nature of that era in depth, Bedi said there was significant societal resistance when he and his then-girlfriend, model and Odissi dancer Protima Gauri, decided to live together out of wedlock. 'Even when it was such a conservative time at one level, when Protima and I started living together, people were writing articles about it. My bosses called me and asked if this was the right image to give out to the clients. It was quite threatening because I could have lost my job. Though they didn't fire me, they didn't quite approve of what I was doing. But we fancied ourselves as the rebels of the time. We just wanted to be different and not go with all the old assumptions. So, if living together was what we wanted, we did that,' he added. Kabir Bedi and Protima Gauri eventually married in 1969 and had two children together before parting ways in 1974. She passed away in the Malpa landslide in 1998, a year after their son Siddharth died by suicide.
Economic Times
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Rekha's co-star reveals how she transformed into a 'white swan from ugly duckling', says she was an enigma
Khoon Bhari Maang, a milestone in Rekha's career, showcased her powerful portrayal of a woman seeking revenge. Kabir Bedi, initially hesitant due to his Hollywood commitments, was persuaded by Rakesh Roshan and the opportunity to work with Rekha. He admired Rekha's resilience, recalling her early struggles with criticism and her eventual rise to become a celebrated icon. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Kabir Bedi's Initial Doubts Rekha's Presence Sealed the Deal Rekha: From Underdog to Icon Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Early Struggles and Triumphs Box Office Success and Critical Acclaim Among the many highlights of Rekha's celebrated journey in cinema, Khoon Bhari Maang stands out as a defining moment. Her portrayal of Aarti, a resilient woman seeking vengeance against a deceitful ex-husband, remains one of the most compelling and intense depictions of female empowerment and wrath in Indian cinema. The film, directed by Rakesh Roshan, carved its place in Bollywood history not just for its gripping storyline but also for the powerful performances it actor Kabir Bedi, who played the primary antagonist in the film, recently looked back on his experience working on the project. At the time the film was offered to him, Kabir was deeply involved in international ventures, particularly in Hollywood, and was not inclined to return to Hindi director Rakesh Roshan persisted. He believed Kabir's unique screen presence and ability to switch from a charming protagonist to a ruthless villain made him the ideal fit for the role. Interestingly, several top male stars had already turned down the character, unsure about playing such a dark admitted that one of the deciding factors for him to accept the role was the opportunity to share screen space with Rekha. Her association with the film gave him confidence that the project had depth and promise. He recalled being drawn to Rekha's mystique and resilience—qualities that had defined her both on and off the on Rekha's evolution, Kabir expressed admiration for her determination. Early in her career, Rekha had faced harsh criticism for her appearance and was often dismissed by the industry due to her darker complexion and South Indian she worked tirelessly to transform herself and silence her critics. Over the years, she not only refined her acting skills but also reinvented her public persona. By the time Khoon Bhari Maang was in production, Rekha had already become one of the most admired and respected stars in the began acting in Telugu films as a child before transitioning to lead roles. Her first major appearance as a heroine came in the 1969 Kannada film Operation Jackpot Nalli CID 999. A year later, she debuted in Hindi cinema with Sawan Bhadon. However, she faced significant body shaming during her early Bhari Maang went on to become a major commercial hit. Alongside Rekha and Kabir Bedi, the film featured strong performances by Sonu Walia, Shatrughan Sinha, and Kader Khan. Rekha's intense performance earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress, solidifying her position as one of the finest talents in Indian movie, was an unofficial adapation of the hit Australian mini-series, 'Return To Eden'.
News18
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kabir Bedi Opens Up About 4 Marriages, Many Girlfriends: 'None Were One-Night Stands'
Last Updated: Kabir Bedi said he is on friendly terms with all three ex-wives. Veteran actor Kabir Bedi has been in several serious relationships. He even tied the knot four times. In a recent interview, Kabir Bedi opened up about his personal life, and he said that he has been an emotional fool. He acknowledged that he had been 'indiscriminate" in his choice of women. Kabir stated that despite having many serious relationships, none were one-night stands; nearly all were long, healthy relationships that concluded on good terms. Kabir Bedi told BBC Hindi, 'I will admit that there were times when I was indiscriminate in my choice of women. But if I am equally honest, if I look at my significant relationships, none of these were one-night stands." As for his four marriages, Kabir said, 'My first marriage lasted for 7 years. My second marriage also lasted for around 7-8 years. The third marriage lasted for 15 years. My current marriage with Parveen Dosanjh, we have been together for 19 years. We have only been married for 9 years, but before that, we were together for 10 years." 'These relationships are not short relationships. There might be many. It's possible that some people might not marry 4 times, but all my relationships were good, long, but the thing that I am most proud of is that with all my ex-wives and I have remained friends," he shared. 'There is a photo in my book ( Stories I Must Tell: The Emotional Life of an Actor) of a Christmas dinner that is being attended by my wife and two of my ex-wives. Three wives under a Christmas tree celebrating Christmas together. There were no bad feelings. I don't know if you want to call it a big or small achievement, but it will be called an achievement surely," he said. Kabir Bedi first got married to Protima Bedi in 1969. They separated in 1974. The veteran actor then tied the knot with Susan Humphreys in 1980. They were married for nearly 10 years. Kabir then married Nikki Bedi in 1992, and they got divorced in 2005. Kabir and Parveen Dosanjh have been married since 2016. First Published:
