Legendary Actress Asha Parekh Shares Unforgettable Experiences from Bollywood’s Golden Age
Bollywood’s Golden Girl Opens Up About Industry Practices
Legendary Bollywood actress Asha Parekh has shared some fascinating insights about her experience in the film industry, spanning several decades. In an interview with actor Arbaaz Khan, she spoke about the industry’s practices during her time, including her working relationship with Shammi Kapoor.
Guru Dutt Had Doubts About Asha Parekh’s Acting Career
Asha Parekh revealed that Hindi cinema icon Guru Dutt once told her mother that she couldn’t become a heroine. Asha recalled the conversation, saying, "Guru Dutt once called my mother and said, ‘I don’t think she can become a heroine.’"
The Rumour of Shammi Kapoor’s Marriage to Asha Parekh
Asha Parekh also talked about a popular rumour that she was married to Shammi Kapoor. In response to this, Asha laughed and said, "Yes, we were married!" She explained that the rumour started when Shammi Kapoor did a prank during a party in Mahabaleshwar.
Asha’s Unforgettable Experiences
Asha shared another amusing incident, revealing that she once arrived on set with her eyes completely red after partying the previous night. She said, "I refused to shoot the next day."
The Tension Between Asha Parekh and Shatrughan Sinha
Asha also spoke about the tension between her and actor Shatrughan Sinha, who made some negative comments about her. She said, "His attitude was that everything will happen as I say. And then he gave some statements in the press, which insulted him, not me."
Asha Parekh’s Career After Bollywood
Asha Parekh reduced her work in Bollywood after the film "Kalia" (1981) with Amitabh Bachchan. She then turned her attention to television and directing, producing several popular serials through her production company Aakriti. She was also a judge on the reality show "Tyohaar Dhamaka" in 2008.