Asha Parekh and Dharmendra were one of Bollywood’s most loved pairs in the 1960s. Their films together, ‘Aaye Din Bahar Ke’ (1966), ‘Shikar’ (1968), ‘Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke’ (1969), ‘Mera Gaon Mera Desh’ (1971), and ‘Samadhi’ (1972), were not just hits, but also showcased a magical onscreen chemistry that fans adored. Behind the glamour and romance, however, their shoot days were not always smooth. One day during the filming of ‘Samadhi’, a tense incident involving an income tax raid at both their homes turned a simple death scene into an unforgettable, stressful, yet strangely funny memory.
Asha Parekh recalls fun shooting days with Dharmendra
Speaking to NDTV Asha Parekh recalled the day they shot a death scene in ‘Samadhi’. She recalled, “A very funny thing happened on the sets of Samadhi. There was a scene in which I was supposed to be dead, and he’s crying near my body. But on that particular day, both our houses were raided by the Income Tax Department. So we were both so tense that when I had to die, my eyes would flutter – they just wouldn’t stop fluttering. Dharam ji was also very upset because we both had to take permission and go for shooting.”
Asha Parekh calls it a funny situation
She added how difficult it was to act that day, “It was a very funny situation, but at that time we were both very tense. I mean, those people are sitting there, and we are shooting, so it was a little… difficult time for both of us.” Despite such stressful moments, Asha Parekh and Dharmendra shared a special bond off screen as well. Their professional chemistry naturally blossomed into a deep friendship over the years.
Dharmendra leaves a lasting legacy
Dharmendra passed away in Mumbai at the age of 89. He left behind a legacy of remarkable contributions to Indian cinema, with films that are still celebrated by fans. He would have turned 90 on 8 December. According to Hindustan Times, Sunny and Bobby Deol, along with the family, are turning Dharmendra’s 90th birth anniversary into a tribute to his legacy. The family will visit his Khandala farmhouse and has decided to open its gates to the public. Fans who wish to pay their respects can meet the family there. Preparations are underway, with arrangements being finalised. While it’s not a special fan event, transport may be arranged depending on how many people attend. Go to Source
