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News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Raaj Kumar Sat In Water As Dilip Kumar Filmed For Saudagar: ‘Yahan Photo Kheenchne Koi Nahi Ayega'
Ravi Dewan recalls Raaj Kumar's strange Saudagar set behaviour – from sitting in cold water to pointedly ignoring Dilip Kumar's big scenes. When Saudagar hit the big screen in 1991, audiences were glued to the magnetic pairing of Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar. Off-screen, though, things were far from warm between the two legends – a tension that, according to veteran action director Ravi Dewan, sometimes spilled into quirky, calculated moments on set. Speaking on Sutradhar with Vineet Rai, Dewan recalled that Raaj Kumar often made unexpected moves during filming. One day, while Dilip Kumar was preparing for an intense death scene, Raaj had no shots scheduled. Yet, he placed his chair just eight feet away, facing in the opposite direction, seemingly ignoring the moment entirely. Everyone else's eyes were on Dilip – but not his co-star. The eccentric behaviour didn't stop there. At a hill-station shoot, the set attracted couples eager to take photos with the stars. While a crowd gathered around Dilip Kumar, Raaj quietly wandered off to a nearby waterfall. 'Raaj Kumar took a chair and sat in one foot of water at a nearby waterfall. After a long time, director Subhash Ghai approached him and asked why he was sitting there, as the water was cold. Raaj Kumar replied, 'Yahan photo kheenchne koi nahi aayega (No one will come here to take photos),'" Dewan recounted. Amrish Puri, another stalwart in Saudagar, was known for his towering villain roles, but Dewan described him as 'soft" in real life. Still, even Puri wasn't spared Raaj Kumar's relentless on-set habits. In one rope-pulling scene, Raaj insisted on multiple retakes – even after the first went smoothly. And during a punch sequence, Dewan said Raaj landed a blow hard enough to cause real discomfort. The roots of the Dilip–Raaj cold war went back decades. While filming Paigham (1959), Raaj allegedly slapped Dilip too hard in a scene. It was said to have sparked a vow from Dilip never to work with his contemporaries again. Yet, fate brought them back together for Saudagar, and despite their personal distance, the film went on to become a box-office success. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ravi Dewan on Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar's ‘cold war' on the sets of Saudagar: ‘Raaj kept looking in the opposite direction'
The 1991 film Saudagar featured two iconic Bollywood stars, Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar. While the film was widely discussed for its powerful star cast and songs, the real-life 'cold war' between its two leads also remains a talking point. In a recent interview, veteran action director Ravi Dewan revealed how Raaj Kumar would deliberately create trouble on set. In an episode of Sutradhar with Vineet Rai, Ravi Dewan was asked how Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar were on the sets of Saudagar. He recalled that Raaj Kumar often did many 'funny' things during filming. For instance, when Dilip Kumar was shooting a death scene, and Raaj had no shot scheduled, he placed his chair just eight feet away and kept looking in the opposite direction while everyone else was focused on watching Dilip prepare. Ravi Dewan also shared another incident from the shooting of Saudagar at a hill station, where many couples would visit the sets to meet the actors and take pictures with them. On one such occasion, while Dilip Kumar was surrounded by a huge crowd, Raaj Kumar did something rather unusual. 'Raaj Kumar took a chair and sat in one foot of water at a nearby waterfall. After a long time, director Subhash Ghai approached him and asked why he was sitting there, as the water was cold. Raaj Kumar replied, 'Yahan photo kheenchne koi nahi aayega (No one will come here to take photos),'' shared Ravi Dewan. Speaking about Amrish Puri, known for playing memorable villains in many films, Ravi Dewan highlighted his 'soft' nature off-screen. Recalling one scene, Dewan said it was planned for Amrish Puri's character to be tied to a rope and pulled. While the first take went smoothly, Raaj Kumar, being a senior actor on set, insisted on retaking the shot, and had it done multiple times. Ravi Dewan added that Raaj Kumar seemed to enjoy tormenting his co-stars on set. He recalled the shoot of a punch scene with Amrish Puri where Raaj would deliberately land a hard blow. For the unversed, the famous rivalry began when Raaj Kumar slapped Dilip Kumar too hard while filming a scene for Ramanand Sagar's 1959 film Paigham. The incident created a rift between the two actors, prompting Dilip Kumar to vow never to work with his contemporaries again. Despite their animosity, Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar went on to deliver powerful performances in Saudagar, which became a commercial success.
India.com
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This film, which was released in 1965, would have made Dharmendra superstar before Sholay, made on budget of Rs 70 Lakh, earned Rs 6 crore, movie name is…
It's true that Hindi cinema currently showcases only a handful of quality films, but there was an era when it produced numerous hits and cult classics. Today, we want to take you back to a Bollywood film that pioneered the trend of multi-starrer productions in Hindi cinema. Moreover, the film's success can be attributed to its compelling narrative, outstanding performances, and enchanting music. It received immense praise from both audiences and critics alike and if a rising star had signed that film, then his career would've been on the other dimension. Which film is this? The film we are talking about is 'Waqt', released in 1965, which was a huge success at the box office and was declared an all-time blockbuster. Directed by legendary director Late Yash Chopra, the film had a budget of Rs 70 lakh, but it earned Rs 6 crore at the box office, which was a huge record at that time. The film was one of the highest-grossing films of its time. What was the storyline? Waqt was a family drama starring big stars like Late Raaj Kumar, Late Sunil Dutt, Late Shashi Kapoor, Sadhana and Sharmila Tagore. The story revolves around a business family that is torn apart by an earthquake. The story beautifully portrays emotions, relationships and the importance of time. The songs of the film, such as 'Aye meri zohra jabeen' and 'Aage bhi jaane na tu', are still etched in people's hearts. The duo of music director Ravi and lyricist Sahir Ludhianvi created magic in it. Why Dharmendra rejected Waqt? Before Raaj Kumar, Dharmendra was the first choice of the makers for the film Waqt, but Dharmendra refused to play the role of the elder brother in the film. Due to this the makers proceeded further while casting Raaj Kumar with other ensemble actors while making it a first multi-starrer film in the history of Indian Cinema. On the other hand, Dharmendra lost the opportunity and after 10 years with Sholay he became an overnight superstar. More about Waqt Waqt also received many awards, including Best Supporting Actor and Best Story at the Filmfare Awards. This film won 6 awards at Filmfare. This film is still a great example of classic cinema and is loved by audiences of every generation. This film brought acclaim to Raaj Kumar, who turned into a star with this film after many years of doing second leads. Similarly, Yash Chopra proved his capabilities as a director with the huge box office success of Waqt and went on to become one of the greatest Indian filmmakers of all time.
India.com
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Not Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Randeep Hooda admire this legendary superstar, call him…, his name was...
Randeep Hooda is well-known for his powerful performances. He has demonstrated his skills in a variety of roles, from hero to villain. Recently, Randeep Hooda expressed that personal style is very important, and he admires the renowned star of the Hindi film industry. Who is the admiration of Randeep Hooda 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.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hema Malini recalls late Raaj Kumar: 'He had a tough man's image, but could be very romantic on screen..'
The late legendary actor was highly appreciated for his screen presence. Though he was a versatile star, he is more famous for his series roles. However, when we reached out to one of her last co-stars, , the actress shared that contrary to what was said about both his on-screen and off-screen personalities, Raaj Kumar was a very patient and humble man. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Our conversation with Hema Malini, the OG 'dream girl', began with the mention of 'Lal Patthar', which, according to the actress, was one of her favorite and demanding roles. ''Lal Patthar' was very challenging, very unconventional. It is the only time I played a grey character,' said the actress. 'I was a possessive, jealous mistress. It was very difficult as I am not like that at all in real life. Raaj Kumarji was a big help. He made sure I was comfortable, and he was very patient and supportive,' she added. When asked about Raaj Kumar's reputation as eccentric and impatient, Hema Malini replied, 'I never saw that side of him. With me, he was very polite, cordial, and very helpful.' She added, 'After Lal Patthar, I did another very challenging film with Raaj Kumarji, which I am very fond of - 'Sharara'. I produced that film. This was the second double role after 'Seeta Aur Geeta.' We needed an actor with an imposing, authoritative personality opposite me. The natural choice was Raaj Kumar.' When mentioning this film, she shared another memorable moment. 'We got to shoot a very special song where we did the Waltz together - 'Shabnam Ka Ek Katra Hai,'' said the actress before adding, 'This particular music and tune was especially inspired by my brother and myself; we wanted the Waltz effect in the song.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'The director Raajendra Singh Babu was also very fond of this kind of music. We made a special request to Laxmikantji-Pyarelalji for the music. The credit goes to us for this song, and of course, Lataji. What would the song be without her?' she shared. Seeing Raaj Kumar dance in a love ballad romantically was very unusual. Weighing in on the same, Hema Malini said, 'He had a tough man's image, like Dharamji. But both could be very romantic on screen when they wanted to be.'
