Today marks Hema Malini’s one-year birthday as an actor and MP. The veteran Bollywood star has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films over the years, including Baghban, a film directed by Ravi Chopra and starring Amitabh Bachchan. However, did you know that Hema Malini initially resisted taking on the role?
Hema Malini Reveals Reason Why She Was Rejecting Baghban
The actor mentioned in an earlier interview with Lehren Retro that she was hesitant to accept the role because it required her to play a mother to four adult men. Malini was just 55 years old at the time.
“Chaar itne bade bade ladkon ke maa ka role karne toh bol raha hai,” the actor inquired. How can I accomplish this? I have been asked to assume the role of a mother to these four mature men. Why should I?)
‘Ravi Chopra Encouraged Me To Do This Role’
“I recall when I was hearing the story from Ravi Chopra, my mom was sitting. She responded, “No, no, you must do it!” I asked, “Why?” No, the narrative is excellent. You have to do it.’ How she was following me. “Okay, I’ll do it,” I said. I didn’t make movies. I was working again after a long absence. I then asked myself, “Why should I do this?” She responded, “No, you must.” She said, “The role is very nice.”
About Hema Malini
Hema Malini, who was born on October 16, 1948, is an Indian actress, director, producer, and politician who is also known as “Dream Girl” from the 1990s. She is currently a member of the Lok Sabha representing the Mathura constituency for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Hema Malini made her acting debut in the 1963 Tamil film Idhu Sathiyam. She went on to star in approximately 100 projects, including Sholay, Dream Girl, Baghban, and Seeta Aur Geeta. She last appeared in Shimla Mirchi, a movie set in 2020, where she played Rukmini.
Baghban also starred Salman Khan, Mahima Chaudhry, Sameer Soni among others in pivotal roles.
