Veteran actress Asha Parekh doesn’t need any introduction. She has given many hits and has worked with A-list actors of her time. She and Rajesh Khanna have also worked in many films and given hits including Kati Patang. But do you know the actor was scared of Asha Parekh? Yes, you are reading right. The actress made this surprising claim and revealed that the superstar was an introvert when he started his career.
In an earlier appearance on Indian Idol, Asha recalled that she first worked with Rajesh in the film Baharon Ke Sapne. Asha said that Rajesh was an “introvert” and “wouldn’t speak to anyone” in early days. “Actually he was scared of me. Because he had just started his career so he would just be a little hesitant. One day, he looked at me and turned his face so I felt very bad. I said, ‘no dates’. After that, he was scolded. Then he called me and he said I didn’t mean it like that. He said it was because he was scared of me,” she recalled.
Rajesh Khanna and Asha Parekh worked in films-Baharon Ke Sapne, Kati Patang, Aan Milo Sajna and Dharm Aur Qanoon.
Recently, in a candid discussion with actor Arbaaz Khan, she delves into past rumors of marriage with Shammi Kapoor and the complexities of her relationship with Shatrughan Sinha. This insightful retrospective was featured in an episode of The Invincibles Series Season 2, with the teaser released on Monday hinting at a compelling emotional rollercoaster.
In a nostalgic recount, the actress reminisced about a bygone era where it was common for actresses to partake in drinking, recounting a particular incident where her eyes were so bloodshot that she adamantly refused to shoot the following day.
Addressing the lingering speculations about her entanglement with co-star Shammi Kapoor, she humorously responded, “Yes, we were married.” Additionally, she shared a poignant anecdote when the illustrious Guru Dutt expressed skepticism to her mother about her potential as a leading lady.
Following her appearance in the film ‘Kaalia’ in 1981, Asha Parekh significantly reduced her film commitments, eventually stepping away from acting altogether. Transitioning into television direction, she helmed the popular Gujarati series ‘Jyoti’ and established her production banner, Akruti. With Akruti, she oversaw the creation of acclaimed serials such as ‘Palash ke Phool,’ ‘Baaje Payal,’ ‘Kora Kagaz,’ and ‘Dal Mein Kaala.’ Notably, in 2008, she lent her expertise as a judge on the reality program ‘Tyohaar Dhamaaka.’
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