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Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Moushumi Chatterjee 'pities' Amitabh Bachchan, calls him a victim of his image: ‘He is always performing'
Moushumi Chatterjee, who has collaborated with Amitabh Bachchan in films like Manzil, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan and most recently Piku, opened up about her working experience with the Bollywood superstar. Moushumi, in a recent interview, gave her two cents on Amitabh's stardom and how he manages it. (Also read: Moushumi Chatterjee opens up on confronting Rajesh Khanna for his nasty comment on daughter: 'He thought it was fun') In an interview with Filmfare, Moushumi said, "Amitabh Bachchan is a very intelligent man. He always uses politically right words. I sometimes pity him because I think most of the time he is only performing because that is all that he knows. I might be wrong, but that's how I feel about him. It is because of his image. He has a huge image, which nobody else has managed to achieve.' Moushumi compared Amitabh with another Bollywood heavyweight, Rajesh Khanna and explained how both of them managed their stardom differently. Sharing the difference between the two superstars, Moushumi said, "Amitabh has managed to stay grounded despite immense success. Something that Rajesh Khanna failed at. He was blown up with his success. As the saying goes: 'Ek anpadh gunda aur ek padhe likhe gunde mein bahaut farq hota hai' (There is always a difference between a literate and illiterate goon). I have never seen Amitabh Bachchan with flatterers. However, Rajesh Khanna was always surrounded by these people. He needed that attention and pampering.' Moushumi recently returned to the big screen after a hiatus with the Bengali film Aarii. Written and directed by Jiit Chakraborty, the story explores the sacrifices and emotional bond between a widowed mother and her caregiver son. The film, which also stars Yash Dasgupta and Nusrat Jahan, was released in theatres on 25 April. Her last film with Big B, Piku, was also re-released in theatres on 9 May. On the other hand, Amitabh was last seen in the Tamil film Vettaiyan and the Telugu film Kalki 2898 AD. He has yet to shoot for the sequel to the sci-fi directed by Nag Ashwin, which will see him reprising his role of Ashwatthama.
India.com
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Superstar Manoj Kumar once rejected kissing Zeenat Aman onscreen, but broke ‘no-intimacy' rule for this actress, was obliged due to…, the actress is…
At a time when romantic scenes were common in Bollywood films, the superstar of that era, Manoj Kumar, fondly known as Bharat Kumar, stood out. He was known not only for his patriotic roles but also for his principles. The most interesting thing about his principles was the no-intimacy policy in films. Manoj Kumar did not like to touch, hug or kiss any actress on screen. For him, it was not a matter of shame, but it was about his values and that image. Manoj Kumar never touched this heroine Actress Hema Malini, who has worked with Manoj Kumar in many films like Sanyasi, Dus Numbri, and Kranti, said. He said, 'He never used to touch the heroine in the scenes of romantic films, which made him different from other heroes. Manoj Kumar broke his 'no-kiss policy' for this actress Interestingly, there came a moment when Manoj Kumar broke his principles. The reason for this was none other than Raj Kapoor. In Mera Naam Joker, Manoj Kumar did a small kissing scene with actress Simi Garewal. This was the first and only romantic scene for the actor. Although he did not want to do this, he did it for Raj Kapoor. Let us tell you, he had deep respect for Raj Kapoor, and he could not refuse him. Refused to do a romantic scene with Zeenat Aman You will be surprised to know, but this is true. Manoj Kumar had clearly refused to do a romantic scene with Zeenat Aman in the film Roti Kapda Aur Makaan. Manoj Kumar said in a conversation with Subhash K Jha, 'In the film Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, the girl (Zeenat Aman) is dancing in the rain and is asking me to join her. How can I get wet when I'm going for a job interview and carrying a college degree? I have broken my no-intimacy rule only once in my life, and that was for Raj Kapoor. I kissed Simi Garewal in Mera Naam Joker. I couldn't say no to Raj sahab.'
India.com
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
When Moushumi Chatterjee was removed from Amitabh Bachchan's movie due to..., she was replaced by...
Veteran actress Moushumi Chatterjee is one of those who never shies away from speaking her mind. Her straightforward nature and short temper are well known to every actor of her time. In a recent interview, Moushumi opened up about an incident when her blunt speaking got her removed from a film which also featured Amitabh Bachchan. With honesty and grace, she accepted the reason why the incident happened and how she often chose dignity over drama. In the 1970s, Chatterjee and Bachchan made a famous on-screen pair. They worked in movies like Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Benaam, and Mazil. However, in 1981, things took a turn during the making of Barsaat Ki Ek Raat. Chatterjee recalled and said, 'It was filmmaker Shakti Samanta's film Barsaat Ki Ek Raat. One day, Shakti uncle called me and asked, 'Did you have any fight with Amitabh Bachchan?' I told him, 'Uncle, I am not so close to anyone that they would fight with me. I am very cordial and nice and I get that feedback also.' He said, 'That is the problem. Most of the heroes say, 'Moushumi ko kyu liya uske sath humara tuning sahi nahi hai.' He then asked me, 'Do you understand what they mean by tuning?' I said, 'Maybe, now I understand. Maybe more than friendship. But I am not here to make friends. I am here to work.'' Even though she had already been signed for the film, Moushumi was chucked out and replaced by Rakhee Gulzar. She said, 'So Shakti uncle removed me from this film. I told him, 'I will return you the signing amount,' he said, 'No, keep it with you, I will make my next film with you.' So I did Anand Ashram. I understood that he couldn't spoil his relationship with the number one star.' After Barsaat Ki Ek Raat, Moushumi and Amitabh worked together in the film Piku.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
This Amitabh Bachchan heroine reveals why she was unceremoniously dropped from this 1981 film: 'Not here to make friends'
Veteran film actress Moushumi Chatterjee , known for her straightforward nature, recently opened up about a startling moment from her cinematic journey. In a candid interview, she revealed how she was dropped from a major project with Amitabh Bachchan , even though she had already signed on. With elegance and no bitterness, Moushumi reflected on the incident, shared her thoughts on the industry, and emphasized how she has always preferred self-respect to popularity games. A Successful Pair, Then a Sudden Rift Back in the 1970s, Chatterjee and Bachchan were among Bollywood 's most admired screen duos, having starred together in successful films like Benaam, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, and Manzil. However, their collaboration came to a halt in 1981 during the making of Barsaat Ki Ek Raat , directed by Shakti Samanta. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Recalling the moment, Moushumi said, 'One day, Shakti uncle phoned me and asked, 'Did something happen between you and Amitabh?' I told him honestly, 'Uncle, I'm not close enough to anyone for fights. I always keep things professional.' He replied, 'That's exactly the issue. Most leading men say they don't vibe well with you.'' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo He went on to ask if she understood what 'tuning' meant. Moushumi responded, 'Maybe I do now. Perhaps it implies something more personal. But I never came into this industry to make friends. I came here to work.' Replaced But Not Resentful Although she had been finalized for the role, Moushumi was eventually replaced by Rakhee Gulzar . Still, she handled the situation with dignity. 'When Shakti uncle informed me of the decision, I offered to return the signing money. He refused and promised to cast me in his next film instead,' she recalled. True to his word, she later starred in Anand Ashram under his direction. She added, 'I understood his position. He couldn't afford to upset the most bankable star of that time.' Reunited with Grace Years later, she and Bachchan shared the screen again in the 2015 film Piku. Though her role was small, she spoke fondly of the experience: 'Amitabh was incredibly professional and punctual. The younger actors today can learn a lot from him.' On Being Mistaken for Jaya Bachchan In the same conversation, Moushumi also addressed a moment when photographers confused her with Jaya Bachchan. Her response made waves: 'Please don't call me Jaya Bachchan. I believe I'm a better person.' She clarified that she dislikes comparisons and values individuality, adding, 'When someone avoids the spotlight, you can't force them into fame.'
Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Moushumi Chatterjee recalls being thrown out of Amitabh Bachchan film, says she's ‘a better person' than Jaya Bachchan
Moushumi Chatterjee and Amitabh Bachchan collaborated in three films in the 1970s–Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Benaam, and Manzil. However, in 1981, when filmmaker Shakti Samanta signed the duo for Barsaat Ki Ek Raat, he was made to remove her. Eventually, Rakhee Gulzar was cast in the film, as the love interest of Amitabh's character. In a recent interview, Moushumi Chatterjee said that she was likely replaced because she wasn't the friendliest person around. Speaking with Nayandeep Rakshit, Moushumi shared, 'It was filmmaker Shakti Samanta's film Barsaat Ki Ek Raat. This one day, Shakti uncle called me and asked, 'Did you have any fight with Amitabh Bachchan?' I told him, 'Uncle, I am not so close to anyone that they would fight with me. I am very cordial and nice and I get that feedback also.' He said, 'That is the problem. Most of the heroes say, 'Moushumi ko kyu liya uske sath humara tuning sahi nahi hai.' He then asked me, 'Do you understand what do they mean by tuning?' I said, 'Maybe, now I understand. Maybe more than friendship. But I am not here to make friends. I am here to work.'' She added, 'So Shakti uncle removed me from this film. I told him 'I will return you the signing amount', he said, 'No, keep it with you, I will make my next film with you.' So I did Anand Ashram. I understood that he couldn't spoil his relationship with the number one star.' ALSO READ | When Amitabh Bachchan described 'frightening' experience of his fame 'withering away': 'You go unnoticed, autograph books are snatched…' Years later, Moushumi and Big B collaborated once again for the 2015 film Piku, where she was seen in a brief role. Sharing her experience, the actor said, 'Amitabh Bachchan is really amazing. When I worked with him in Piku, he was so punctual. The younger generation needs to learn from him.' In the same interview, Moushumi also addressed the controversy that erupted when she snapped at the paparazzi for calling her Jaya Bachchan. She said, 'Don't call me Jaya Bachchan, I am a better person.' She clarified her statement in the interview and said, 'People fabricate it, but the reality is that I don't like they (paps) irritate you. They don't want to listen. Once you want to stay away from the limelight, you cannot force a person to like you. But, I don't like to compare. I consider I am a better person.' She admitted that there was a tense undercurrent between them in the 1970s. 'I had heard stories, and yes, there was a rivalry,' she said. 'But I came from a wealthy family, I didn't have to rely on films to make money. But some people live in small houses, and then they want a bigger house.'
