Twenty years can fly by, but some stories truly stand the test of time. One such tale is the film ‘Parineeta’, which just marked its two-decade milestone. To celebrate, a special screening was held on Monday. Many famous faces showed up, including Vidya Balan, Dia Mirza, and the legendary actress Rekha.
The evening turned into a heartwarming moment when Rekha, with her usual grace, spoke about the film. She specifically gave a big shout-out to Vidya Balan. Their bond truly shone through. Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who directed ‘Parineeta’, also attended the event.
But hold on to your hats, because here’s a surprising tidbit Rekha shared. She admitted that ‘Parineeta’ was the very first film she ever auditioned for! Imagine, a star like Rekha, giving an audition. She even confessed she didn’t know what an audition was at the time. She said Vidhu Vinod Chopra told her she needed to audition, or she wouldn’t be in the film.
Rekha explained her decision to take on the role. She asked Vidhu who else was in the movie. He listed names like Saif Ali Khan and Sanjay Dutt. Then, he mentioned Vidya Balan. Rekha wondered, “Who is this Vidya?” Vidhu promised to send her some video footage. Rekha watched it and then called her close associate, Farazana. She told Farazana, “We are doing this film.” It seems Vidya’s talent was the clincher.
Rekha didn’t just praise Vidya; she opened her heart, calling Vidya her “daughter.” She fondly recalled a moment during the shooting of the song ‘Kaisi Paheli’. Vidya sat there, completely focused, not even blinking, watching Rekha perform. After the song finished, Vidya walked into Rekha’s vanity van. She took Rekha’s hand, kissed it, and said she had learned so much. Rekha shared that after seeing the film again at the screening, she felt she had learned even more from Vidya than Vidya had learned from her. It was a beautiful exchange of admiration.
If you’re feeling nostalgic or just curious, you’re in luck! ‘Parineeta’ is heading back to movie theaters on August 29. This time, the filmmakers have boosted the film’s quality to 8K. This promises to give audiences a fresh and exciting experience on the big screen. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate two decades of a beloved story.