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This man turned villain due to fear of Raj Kapoor, became famous after his film was blockbuster, movie name was..., he is...
This man turned villain due to fear of Raj Kapoor, became famous after his film was blockbuster, movie name was..., he is... In a career spanning over 60 years, Veteran actor Prem Chopra starred in over 380 films. He created a lasting impression on masses with his ruthless villainous performances. When Prem Chopra started working in Hindi cinema, he played positive roles, but that didn't work. Soon, after working in Main Shadi Karne Chala, someone suggested him to take on villain roles, and rest as they say is history. Prem Chopra's performances in films like Teesri Manzil, Upkaar, Do Raaste , and others, proved his versatility as a villain. Not many know, but Prem Chopra had a deep connection with legendary Raj Kapoor. He is married to Raj Kapoor's sister, Krishna. When Raj Kapoor, was planning to make Bobby (1973), with his son Rishi Kapoor and newcomer Dimple Kapadia, he offered Prem a role in the film. Without any second thoughts, he said yes to him. The details of his character weren't revealed for a very long time. However, when he got to know about his role, and his infamous dialogue 'Prem naam hai mera, Prem Chopra,' that he was had to deliver, Prem got a bit hesitant to do the part. The actor wasn't happy accepting a role with only one dialogue, fearing that other filmmakers might also offer him small roles in future projects. But, lesser he knew, that his supporting screen-presence and dialogue delivery in Bobby will leave an indelible impact on audiences. Released in 1973, the film Bobby became a blockbuster, and made Rishi Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia overnight sensations. Meanwhile, Prem Chopra's last on-screen appearance was in Animal, where he was seen in cameo role as Dalbir Singh. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film starred Ranbir Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Tripti Dimri in key roles.
Hindustan Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Helen shows off insane fitness doing pilates at 85, dances in the gym; fans say: 'Fitter than Bollywood heroines'. Watch
Veteran actor Helen has proved that age is indeed just a number. The actor has wowed fans with a new video showing her ace pilates form at the age of 85. The video was shared by fitness coach Yasmin Karachiwala, who trains Helen, and has social media users singing paeans for Helen. On Thursday, Yasmin Karachiwala took to Instagram to share a video montage of Helen training under her. "At 85, Helen Khan is doing things most wouldn't even try! From climbing stairs without a cane, trampoline jumps and dancing on Monica Oh My Darling—she's just unstoppable. Living proof that Pilates keeps you young," she captioned the post. The video shows Helen doing all that and more, as she arrives at the gym unaided and proceeds to jump on the trampoline and perform some stretches. At the end of the video, she even dances a little to her hit track, Monica Oh My Darling. A post shared by Yasmin Karachiwala | Celebrity Fitness Instructor (@yasminkarachiwala) Fans and celebrities alike were floored by Helen's fitness at 85. Actor Sophie Choudhry commented, "This is the Cutest video ever!!!!!! Love you Helen aunty.. an inspiration for us all!!" Bipasha Basu called her the 'cutest inspiration'. One comment advised Bollywood starlets of today to take lessons from her. "Fitter than all of you," the person chirped. Many other fans called the video inspiring. "I don't think large majority of people in India in this age, group really know how powerful this post is! It's so important to have life in the years you live, and mobility does just that," wrote one. Another added, "She is 85 outside and still 16 inside." Helen began her career in Hindi cinema as a dancer when she was just a teenager. Through the 60s and 70s, she established herself as a dancer and supporting performer with films like Gumnaam, Teesri Manzil, Khel Khel Mein, and Don. While she officially retired from films in 1983, Helen has returned to the big screen occasionally with supporting roles in films like Khamoshi, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, and Mohabbatein. Helen is married to screenwriter Salim Khan.
