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Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
85-year-old Dev Anand opened his closet and three women came out: ‘See, baby, I still have options'
The yesteryear star Mumtaz, who stole hearts with her performances in movies like Prem Kahani (1975), Hare Rama Hare Krishna (1971), Chor Machay Shor (1974), and Sacha Jhuta (1970), talked about the impossible beauty standards actors have to maintain and shared some interesting anecdotes about her co-stars. While talking to Radio Nasha, she first shared how hard it is to maintain a certain look as time passes, but said that her fans still shower her with the same love and appreciation all these years later. 'People come up to me to take pictures, and I feel so proud that even though so many years have passed, I think I have given around 50 years of my life to this (industry). But people still love me the same, and it doesn't take them more than a second to recognise who I am.' \ The actor added that the fact that people are still able to recognise her is a testament to the hard work she puts in to look good. 'You have to look good and presentable. Even today more men love me than women.' ALSO READ: Dilip Kumar wrote his own dialogues, reveals Mumtaz: 'He wouldn't say dialogues written by anyone else, wrote his own' She then reflected on Dev Anand's obsession with looking young, said that he once told her, 'Even if an actor dies, their corpse should look good.' Mumtaz continued, 'He told me, 'You need to take care of your hair, your figure, and take care of yourself, because you are what you look like. When you walk down the road, both men and women should turn their heads to look at you. If you take care of yourself, you will never have to worry about your age.'' Mumtaz revealed that Dev Anand was 85 at that time, and to prove to her that age was just a number, he had the makeup man open a door in his room, and three women were peeping inside, trying to get a look at him. 'He just casually told them that he'll get back to them, closed the door and said to me, 'See, baby, I still have options,' and I just sat there saying, Wow.' Even though she suffered from being type-casted during a certain period, the biggest stars of Bollywood, like Shashi Kapoor, Dharmendra and Rajesh Khanna, have worked with Mumtaz over her storied career, including Dev Anand on two separate occasions.
Economic Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Did Mumtaz lose Mera Naam Joker because of her relationship with Shammi Kapoor? Actress reveals why Raj Kapoor said no to her
In the golden era of Hindi cinema , few onscreen pairs exuded as much charm and chemistry as Mumtaz and Shashi Kapoor. With films like Prem Kahani, Pyaar Kiye Jaa, Sanskar, and Chor Machaye Shor, the two delivered memorable performances that won over audiences with their effortless camaraderie and classic Bollywood glamour . Whether it was a romantic track or a light-hearted comic scene, the duo lit up the screen with a spark that fans still remember fondly. However, Mumtaz wanted to marry Shammi Kapoor Mumtaz also reflected on her admiration for Shammi Kapoor. She said, 'Shammi Kapoor was a handsome good-looking man' and that both 'were attracted to each other.' She admitted that despite the 17-18 years of age gap, she had once seriously wanted to marry him. But the match didn't materialise because of Raj Kapoor 's strict family traditions that didn't allow the women of the house to work in films after marriage. That decision even cost her a role in Mera Naam Joker , as concerns over costume choices reportedly came in the said that since she would have had to wear short clothes, but Raj Kapoor worried that what if she got married to Shammi Kapoor. Despite making it clear that she is not marrying Shammi Kapoor, she was still not given the role. 'He did not want to take any chance, and I respect that', she shared that she did not sign for two films, 1971's Andaz and Seeta Aur Geeta because there was an understanding between her and Shammi Kapoor, that she will not work with him again.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did Mumtaz lose Mera Naam Joker because of her relationship with Shammi Kapoor? Actress reveals why Raj Kapoor said no to her
In the golden era of Hindi cinema , few onscreen pairs exuded as much charm and chemistry as Mumtaz and Shashi Kapoor. With films like Prem Kahani, Pyaar Kiye Jaa, Sanskar, and Chor Machaye Shor, the two delivered memorable performances that won over audiences with their effortless camaraderie and classic Bollywood glamour . Whether it was a romantic track or a light-hearted comic scene, the duo lit up the screen with a spark that fans still remember fondly. However, Mumtaz wanted to marry Shammi Kapoor . #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Code of war: India and Pakistan take their battle to the (web)front Forex reserves show a pauperised Pakistan, a prospering India Pakistan conducts training launch of surface-to surface ballistic missile Mumtaz also reflected on her admiration for Shammi Kapoor. She said, 'Shammi Kapoor was a handsome good-looking man' and that both 'were attracted to each other.' She admitted that despite the 17-18 years of age gap, she had once seriously wanted to marry him. But the match didn't materialise because of Raj Kapoor 's strict family traditions that didn't allow the women of the house to work in films after marriage. That decision even cost her a role in Mera Naam Joker , as concerns over costume choices reportedly came in the way. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cheap Cyprus Holiday Packages From The UK (Take A Look) Best Search Finder | Travel Learn More Undo She said that since she would have had to wear short clothes, but Raj Kapoor worried that what if she got married to Shammi Kapoor. Despite making it clear that she is not marrying Shammi Kapoor, she was still not given the role. 'He did not want to take any chance, and I respect that', she said. She shared that she did not sign for two films, 1971's Andaz and Seeta Aur Geeta because there was an understanding between her and Shammi Kapoor, that she will not work with him again.
Economic Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Mumtaz drops shocking truth about Rajesh Khanna's love life. 'He would have been still alive today if he...'
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads About Anju and Rajesh Khanna's relationship Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia marriage Veteran actress Mumtaz , an icon of beauty and grace in Hindi cinema, recently opened up about the bittersweet stories behind the glittering façade of Bollywood's golden era. Known for her electrifying on-screen chemistry with Rajesh Khanna in blockbusters like Do Raaste, Roti, Bandhan, Prem Kahani, and Aap Ki Kasam, the actress reflected on the superstar's real-life relationships, particularly with her close friend, Anju Mahendru Dismissing long-standing rumours of a rivalry with fellow star Sharmila Tagore or any romantic link with Rajesh Khanna, Mumtaz set the record straight in a candid chat with Vickey Lalwani. She revisited the turbulent end of Rajesh and Anju's enduring relationship, which shocked many in the industry. Having seen the bond between them firsthand, Mumtaz believed Anju was a grounding force in Rajesh's life, someone who genuinely cared for his well-being, even during his final the heartbreak of being left behind when Rajesh married a much younger Dimple Kapadia , Anju never spiralled into bitterness. Mumtaz recounted how her friend stayed composed and dignified, choosing to carry on rather than dwell in sorrow. The veteran actress even expressed, '...Kaka may have still been alive if he had stayed with Anju.'Anju Mahendru and Rajesh Khanna's relationship began in 1966 and lasted through many ups and downs. Anju supported him during his rise to superstardom, even managing his home, Aashirvad. However, Rajesh's possessiveness and interference in her career led to friction. After Anju rejected his 1971 marriage proposal, rumours linked her to cricketer Gary Sobers. Tensions peaked when Dimple Kapadia entered the scene, leading to a confrontation at Rajesh's party. Soon after, Rajesh proposed to Dimple, and the two married in 1973 despite their large age gap. Anju and Rajesh's romance ended, but its intensity left a lasting Khanna, at the age of 31, married the 15-year-old aspiring actress Dimple Kapadia in March 1973, just months before her debut film Bobby hit theatres in September that year. The couple had two daughters, Twinkle and Rinke. They got separated in 1982.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mumtaz drops shocking truth about Rajesh Khanna's love life. 'He would have been still alive today if he...'
About Anju and Rajesh Khanna's relationship MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia marriage Veteran actress Mumtaz , an icon of beauty and grace in Hindi cinema, recently opened up about the bittersweet stories behind the glittering façade of Bollywood's golden era. Known for her electrifying on-screen chemistry with Rajesh Khanna in blockbusters like Do Raaste, Roti, Bandhan, Prem Kahani, and Aap Ki Kasam, the actress reflected on the superstar's real-life relationships, particularly with her close friend, Anju Mahendru Dismissing long-standing rumours of a rivalry with fellow star Sharmila Tagore or any romantic link with Rajesh Khanna, Mumtaz set the record straight in a candid chat with Vickey Lalwani. She revisited the turbulent end of Rajesh and Anju's enduring relationship, which shocked many in the industry. Having seen the bond between them firsthand, Mumtaz believed Anju was a grounding force in Rajesh's life, someone who genuinely cared for his well-being, even during his final the heartbreak of being left behind when Rajesh married a much younger Dimple Kapadia , Anju never spiralled into bitterness. Mumtaz recounted how her friend stayed composed and dignified, choosing to carry on rather than dwell in sorrow. The veteran actress even expressed, '...Kaka may have still been alive if he had stayed with Anju.'Anju Mahendru and Rajesh Khanna's relationship began in 1966 and lasted through many ups and downs. Anju supported him during his rise to superstardom, even managing his home, Aashirvad. However, Rajesh's possessiveness and interference in her career led to friction. After Anju rejected his 1971 marriage proposal, rumours linked her to cricketer Gary Sobers. Tensions peaked when Dimple Kapadia entered the scene, leading to a confrontation at Rajesh's party. Soon after, Rajesh proposed to Dimple, and the two married in 1973 despite their large age gap. Anju and Rajesh's romance ended, but its intensity left a lasting Khanna, at the age of 31, married the 15-year-old aspiring actress Dimple Kapadia in March 1973, just months before her debut film Bobby hit theatres in September that year. The couple had two daughters, Twinkle and Rinke. They got separated in 1982.
