Hema Malini, a renowned actress of her time, recently shared a troubling incident from her career during an interview. She spoke about a director who insisted on removing the pin from her saree for a scene, despite her concerns that it would cause the saree to fall off. Hema expressed her embarrassment while recounting this experience.
Celebrating the Iconic Career of Hema Malini: A Renowned Actress of Her Time
Known for her stellar performances in numerous hit films, including "Tum Haseen Main Jawaan" (1970), "Raja Jani," "Seeta Aur Geeta" (1972), "Dream Girl," "Kinara" (1977), "Sholay" (1975), "The Burning Train," "Bandish," "Do Aur Do Paanch" (1980), "Satte Pe Satta" (1982), and "Apne Apne" (1987), Hema Malini has left an indelible mark in the industry. She currently serves as an MP for the BJP in Mathura.
Hema Malini Recounts Troubling Incident on Set: Director's Insistence on Removing Saree Pin
During the interview, Hema Malini shared an unsettling incident from her professional life when a director insisted on her saree pallu sliding down and asked her to remove the saree pin. She mentioned that she always used to secure her saree with a pin, expressing concern that her saree might slip. However, the director insisted that this was the desired effect.Expressing her dismay, she mentioned that modern-day filmmakers often lack the effort to make their actors look good. She also expressed her reluctance to act in films again, as the challenges have increased in recent times.
In the same interview, Hema Malini spoke about Raj Kapoor approaching her for the film "Satyam Shivam Sundaram." Despite being aware of her reservations, Kapoor still offered her the role, stating that he was keen on her doing it. Hema added that her mother, who was present during her conversation with Raj Kapoor, also shook her head in rejection.Hema Malini is married to Dharmendra and is a proud mother of two daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol. Her most recent acting role was in the film "Shimla Mirchi," directed and jointly produced by Ramesh Sippy, known for directing the iconic film "Sholay."