Zeenat Aman, the veteran Bollywood actress, continues to captivate her fans with her Instagram posts. Sharing a behind-the-scenes image from a shoot, Zeenat Aman gave a glimpse into the effort and teamwork that goes into creating a beautiful shot on celluloid. In the black and white picture, she can be seen being attended to by her team, and she accompanied the image with a heartfelt caption.
Acknowledging the pressure of comparison in the age of television, Instagram, and magazines, Zeenat Aman emphasized that one doesn’t need to look like the people seen on screens. She reminded her followers that the flawless faces they admire are the result of a dedicated team of technicians, including makeup artists, hairdressers, lighting personnel, stylists, camerapersons, and even Photoshop experts. She encouraged everyone to appreciate the aesthetics, and draw inspiration, but also take it all with a grain of salt. Zeenat Aman stressed that while looking good is part of their job as performers, it shouldn’t hinder the joy and fun of life.
Her post garnered attention from fellow celebrities who admired her iconic status. Priyanka Chopra praised Zeenat Aman as an “icon,” and Zeenat sweetly reciprocated the compliment. Actress Kajol expressed her appreciation with clap emojis, while Shweta Bachchan agreed with Zeenat’s sentiments, and Ashmit Patel applauded her for imparting an important message to today’s generation.
Before this post, Zeenat Aman had shared another memorable moment from her film “Laawaris.” She posted a still from the movie featuring her alongside Amitabh Bachchan and shared insights about their long working relationship. Zeenat reflected on the release of “Laawaris” 42 years ago and described it as an old-school masala blockbuster that delves into themes of love, betrayal, murder, and reconciliation. She mentioned flying directly from London to Kashmir to shoot the film’s song “Kab ke bichhde hue hum aaj” and praised director Prakash Mehra’s team for their dedication during his illness.
Zeenat Aman’s admiration for Amitabh Bachchan was evident in her post, highlighting their shared work ethic of being punctilious and punctual—a rarity in the industry. She reminisced about the exceptional locations where the song was shot and expressed her fondness for the jumpsuit she wore in the scene.
Zeenat Aman has left an indelible mark in Bollywood with her performances in iconic films like “Don,” “Satyam Shivam Sundaram,” and “Hare Rama Hare Krishna.” Through her Instagram posts, she continues to connect with fans, sharing glimpses of her life and experiences in the film industry, leaving a lasting impression on her followers.
