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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Dadi' of Indian screens: Sushma Seth reflects on a career playing the matriarch in shows and movies
It almost felt like a prophecy for a 13-something Sushma Seth to essay the role of a "Haryanvi old biddy" in a play written by her uncle, Maheshwar Dayal as the role would foreshadow her future as one of the most beloved Dadis of Indian screens, in both television and cinema. Seth, who has been a regular on TV screens, theatre, and cinema - mostly in a matronly role since her debut in "Junoon" (1978) as Shashi Kapoor's aunt, remembered playing a 75-year-old nawab in another production by Dayal. "In one of the plays, I played a Haryanvi old biddy, and she ruled her household and was called Tai. It was very similar to what I did in 'Hum Log'. That was my first play. "In another one, I played a 75 year old Nawab sahab. There was no beard but I wore a topee and an achkan and churidar and I spoke like an old nawab sahab," the 89-year-old said at a session at India Habitat Centre on Friday. As she acted professionally in plays after growing up, it became destiny for her to play roles of elderly women, something that she took in her stride by adding her "own shades" to the characters. By the end of the shoot of "Junoon", which was directed by late filmmaker Shyam Benegal, Seth received offers from Raj Kapoor for "Prem Rog", Yash Chopra for "Silsila", and Benegal for "Kalyug", all the roles of women in their senior years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas Prices In Dubai Might Be More Affordable Than You Think Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Quote Undo "So for my own self I would give them a couple of shades depending on how their children behaved. If it were an indulgent mother or a mother who had a wayward son like Sanjay Dutt in his first film ('Rocky'). "He was a spoiled brat and I felt he was spoiled because his mother didn't take care of him and put him on the right path. So I had to be a little uncertain of how I should treat the child or be indulgent or overpampering him or overlooking all his faults," the veteran actor said. Seth added that the shades made her characters feel different, even when they looked similar in the script. "That way for my own self I would give different shades to the character depending on the children whose parent I played. And hoped to god that audience also saw that little bit of difference," she said. Even though Seth first appeared on the silver screen, it was her role as "Dadi" in family drama "Hum Log" (1984) on Doordarshan that immortalised her. Directed by P Kumar Vasudev, "Hum Log" followed the struggles and aspirations of a middle-class family. In her late 40s at the time, Seth was not an ideal candidate to play the role of the matriarch but the "spoiled brat" of a character felt too irresistible to her. "Kumar told me I was too young to play dadi. I said, just give me the script and we will see. When I read the script, I felt this is the only character I want to do. I just loved the dadi of 'Hum Log'. She was a spoiled brat, indulgent by her husband and her son, and she ill treated her daughter in law and pampered one daughter and didn't pamper the uglier one. "She was a typical character and I loved doing that character that one could go to town with such a character which you can't do otherwise," she said. With limited resources in makeup and dresses, Seth improvised using her mother's old clothes, a wig from Mumbai and an inimitable accent. 62-year-old actress Rita Bhaduri is no more "I ordered a wig from Bombay, I pulled out old jumpers from my mother's trunk that they used to wear in the 1920s and for wedding scenes I pulled out those old sarees of that time. And for the first day's shoot I did my own makeup, I put the dress with that seedha palla and I said, 'Ab batao, kahan baithna hai, ka karna hai?'" she recalled with an accent that became unique to her role. Seth, whose last commercial role was in "Kal Ho Na Ho" as Preity Zinta's grandmother, currently works with NGO Arpana, directing plays and dance dramas with children.
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Rekha Once Slammed Jaya for Excluding Her From Amitabh Bachchan's Wedding: 'She Wants to Dominate…'
Last Updated: Rekha once felt snubbed after she was not invited to Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan's wedding despite her bond with the latter and residing in the same building. Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan were headline-makers of the 80s and continue to remain one to date. Rekha, in multiple interviews in the past, had openly expressed her love for already-married Amitabh. Interestingly, it was through Jaya Bachchan that she met her Silsila co-star for the first time. It all started when Rekha moved into the same building as the Mili actor, and a sisterly bond developed between them. Despite the closeness, Jaya snubbed Rekha at her wedding to Amitabh. Rekha and Jaya Bachchan, then Jaya Bhaduri, would often spend time with each other and talk about life and career when not in shoots. Jaya was already a big name in the film industry and Rekha was steadily finding her ground. It was during once such day that Rekha first met Jaya's then-boyfriend, Amitabh Bachchan, at Beach Apartments in Mumbai. As written by Yasser Usman in his book Rekha: The Untold Story, published by Juggernaut, Amitabh Bachchan decided to marry Jaya right after he delivered a blockbuster, Zanjeer, after a series of flops. However, Rekha, who was close friends with Jaya, was not invited. An excerpt from the book read: 'On 3 June 1973, their wedding was solemnized. Rekha, however, was not invited, which left her feeling sour. In an interview, Rekha said, 'There was a time when I looked on Jaya as a sister… I used to think she was genuine, because she often spoke very seriously and gave me lots of loving advice. But now I realize that Jaya is a 'general advisor" to every Tom, Dick and Harry. All she wants to do is to dominate people and that too, for only as long as it suits her.'" It was further mentioned: 'Rekha did not stop there. She expressed resentment at not being called for the wedding: 'In spite of all her affectionate show of friendship and all that, she didn't even bother to invite me for her marriage – and my house was in the same building.'" Back in 1981, Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan came together on screen – a bold casting move that only Yash Chopra could have pulled off. Interestingly, the film's storyline reflected the real-life dynamics of its lead trio, which is perhaps why it remains so talked about even today. First Published: July 19, 2025, 15:11 IST 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.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When a rude shopkeeper thought Amitabh Bachchan couldn't afford a £120 tie: ‘We sometimes need to..'
Amitabh Bachchan is known for his towering screen presence, sharp wit and remarkable dignity. But even off-screen, the Bollywood legend carries himself with a quiet pride that often leaves a lasting impression. In an old episode of his popular quiz show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', the actor had shared a delightful anecdote that perfectly summed up his graceful way of handling arrogance. Does Big B ever check the price tag? It all began when a contestant on 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' asked the 'Sholay' actorif he ever checks the price tag before buying something. It's a question many would love to ask a superstar. Big B replied honestly, saying it is quite normal to look at the price before buying anything. He said, 'It is natural for any person to check the price before buying anything.' Then he went on to share a personal story that not only answered the question, but also gave everyone a clever lesson on self-respect. A day shopping in London The 'Zanjeer' actor spoke about the time he was shopping in London. As he was looking at a tie, the shopkeeper made a rude remark. It seemed like the shopkeeper thought Bachchan could not afford it. The 'Piku' actor said, 'We were just shopping around, and I happened to be looking at a tie, when the shopkeeper, with a dismissive tone, said it cost 120 pounds.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Đây có thể là thời điểm tốt nhất để giao dịch vàng trong 5 năm qua IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The perfect reply Instead of getting upset or showing anger, Amitabh chose to respond in a classy way that completely surprised the shopkeeper. The 'Silsila' actor added, 'I looked right back at him and responded, 'Pack ten of these for me.' It's moments like these that remind me of the importance of showing our Indian spirit and confidence, even when faced with condescension. We sometimes need to make it clear that we are not to be underestimated. ' Upcoming projects Amitabh Bachchan continues to rule the screen with big films lined up. He was last seen in 'Vettaiyan' and is now set to shine in 'Section 84'. Fans are also excited to see him return as Ashvatthama in Nag Ashwin's 'Kalki 2', alongside Prabhas, Kamal Haasan and Deepika Padukone . It doesn't stop there. Bachchan is also reportedly voicing Jatayu in 'Ramayana: Part 1', directed by Nitesh Tiwari, starring Ranbir Kapoor , Sai Pallavi and Yash.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kabir Bedi says Rekha is a very sensitive girl who is afraid of getting hurt: ‘Not like we sat down together and had lots of evenings talking'
While Rekha is known for a long list of iconic movies like 'Umrao Jaan', 'Khoobsurat', 'Silsila' and many more, 'Khoon Bhari Maang' also remains in her best work list. The actress broke stereotypes around actresses with the role and during those days, female-oriented scripts hardly existed. Kabir Bedi was Rekha's co-star in the film and in a recent interview, he has opened up on working with the legendary actress. The film was directed by Rakesh Roshan . Talking about how he came on board, Bedi said during a chat with Siddharth Kannan, 'Khoon Bhari Maang is the film I am most known for, it's the most remembered. The film was a superhit. I was shooting for another series, called Magnum PI, in Hawaii when I received a call from Rakesh Roshan. He offered me the role of a hero in his film, and I asked why he chose me for it. Then he told me that the hero becomes the villain in the movie, and no other hero was willing to do this. He also shared that starring another villain would have no surprise element, which is why he told me only I could play hero and a villain.' He further added, 'The minute he told me Rehka was the heroine, I said yes. Back then, it was a huge honor working with her. She had won some awards for Umrao Jaan and was a brilliant actor, so I re-routed my schedule in Hawaii and came to shoot here. Rekha made that film what it is; she was the heart and soul of Khoon Bhari Maang. The film made a big impression on people. And I didn't want to lose the opportunity of working with Rekha. ' Talking about how Rekha is as a person and how he bonded with her, Kabir added, 'We had mutual respect for one another. She is a private person; she guards her privacy. She is a very sensitive girl who is afraid of being hurt, so she protects herself, and I respect that. Even today, we meet very nicely, I embrace her, like her, but it was never like we sat down together and had lots of evenings talking about life. We would meet on set, speak there, but no great socializing after work. '
India.com
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amitabh Bachchan once broke his silence on tensions with Jaya Bachchan and Rekha: 'A divorce will...'
Amitabh Bachchan once broke his silence on tensions with Jaya Bachchan and Rekha: 'A divorce will...' The off-screen dynamics between Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha and Jaya Bachchan continue to make headlines. Big B, who was already married to Jaya, was rumoured to be smitten by Rekha. However, nothing ever happened as the Zanjeer actor once firmly said that he doesn't believe in divorce amid ongoing rumours of marital strain. Famous Biographer Yasser Usman in his book Rekha: The Untold Story documented what Jaya Bachchan reportedly told about her husband's affair rumours. 'Let the whole world say what they want. He [Amitabh Bachchan] has made a commitment to me and he has to have the courage (to say he's in love with somebody else!), and if he is doing something behind my back, it's his problem. Not my problem. He has to live with it. And with his conscience,' Jaya Bachchan said. What did Amitabh Bachchan say on tensions with Jaya amid Rekha controversy? Then Amitabh Bachchan addressed the speculations of growing tension in his marriage. An excerpt from the book read, 'Without taking Rekha's name, Amitabh responded to the reported tensions in his marriage: 'A divorce will never happen in our case. I don't believe in divorce because my basic instincts are Indian. I made an absolutely first-class choice when I took Jaya as my wife.' In the same book, Yaseer Usman revealed, 'This is the closest that Amitabh ever came to even admitting that all was not well in the Bachchan household. But Rekha kept fuelling the media fire. In an interview with Stardust, she made a strange claim: that Jaya had invited her over to the Bachchan home one day. 'Jaya did not mind the relationship as long as she thought her husband was only having a fling. It's when she realised that he was really emotionally involved, that is when it began hurting her. She called me for dinner one evening and though we spoke about everything but him, before I left that day, she made sure to tell me, 'I will never leave Amit whatever happens'.' In 1981, Yash Chopra cast Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha and Jaya Bachchan in a film together named Silsila. Interestingly, the film's storyline rumoured to mirror personal life tensions of the lead actors.
