Veteran actress Zeenat Aman took to Instagram to share a glimpse into her long-standing working relationship with Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan. Celebrating the 42nd anniversary of their film “Laawaris,” Aman posted a still from the movie and reminisced about shooting a song with Bachchan. She described “Laawaris” as an old-school masala blockbuster that explored themes of love, betrayal, murder, and reconciliation.
Aman revealed that during the shoot, she had been visiting a friend in London and flew directly to Kashmir to join the film’s production. Despite director Prakash Mehra’s illness, his team of assistants stepped up, and the song was filmed in stunning locations over two to three days. Aman also mentioned the popularity of jumpsuits at the time and praised her purple jumpsuit in the picture she chose to share.
The actress emphasized the strong work ethic she shared with Amitabh Bachchan, noting their punctuality and dedication to their craft. She commended Bachchan for being rarely late to the set, except for one memorable incident. Aman’s heartfelt post received praise from fellow celebrities, with actress Chitrangada Singh expressing admiration for her grace, articulation, and inspiration.
Zeenat Aman and Amitabh Bachchan have appeared together in several iconic films, including “Don,” “Gol Maal,” “Dostana,” “The Great Gambler,” and “Pukar.” Aman’s Instagram post provides a glimpse into their professional collaboration and the respect they held for each other.
In another candid note shared earlier, Zeenat Aman opened up about her relationship with the late actor Dev Anand, known as the “Starmaker.” She highlighted the influence of Dev Anand, Dilip Kumar, and Raj Kapoor in shaping Hindi cinema during the “Golden Trio” era. Aman expressed her desire to work under Raj Kapoor’s banner and detailed the misunderstandings that arose between Dev Anand and herself.
According to Aman, Dev Anand’s autobiography, “Romancing with Life,” published in 2007, revealed his love for her and insinuated a deeper relationship between her and Raj Kapoor. Aman felt humiliated, hurt, and disconcerted by these claims, especially coming from someone she admired platonically. She clarified that there was no truth to the story and was upset that Dev Anand chose to publish it. Despite the episode, Aman acknowledged Dev Anand’s talent and guidance while expressing her gratitude and urging respect for his name.
Zeenat Aman’s career soared with films like “Don,” “Satyam Shivam Sundaram,” and “Hare Rama Hare Krishna.” Her Instagram posts provide glimpses into her experiences, relationships, and the significant contributions she has made to the Hindi film industry over the years.
