'Stardom never touched him': Asha Parekh pays tribute to Dharmendra
What's the story
Veteran actor Asha Parekh has paid a heartfelt tribute to her late co-star Dharmendra. In an interview with NDTV, she spoke fondly of their bond and the impact he had on everyone around him. The two actors starred in several films together, including Aaye Din Bahar Ke (1966), Shikar (1968), Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke (1969), Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), Samadhi (1972), Chirag (1969), and Kanyadaan (1968).
Family resemblance
'Sunny looks very much like him': Parekh
When asked which of Dharmendra's children resembled him the most, Parekh immediately said, "Sunny!" She added, "Sunny looks very much like him and is also a very emotional person like Dharam ji." "I have lovely memories of the Deol family." Remembering the iconic actor, she added, "Stardom never touched him," and added that he was extremely humble.
Cherished moments
Parekh's fond memories of the Deol family
Parekh shared fond memories of her relationship with the Deol family. She recalled Dharmendra's eldest daughter, Vijeta (lovingly called Laali), sitting on her lap during shoots and gatherings. "She has those photographs," Parekh said with a smile. She also spoke highly of Hema Malini, calling her "a wonderful person and a very strong woman."
Enduring friendship
Parekh and Dharmendra's bond transcended busy lives
Despite their busy careers, Parekh shared a steady bond with Dharmendra. She recalled how he came to the launch of her book, The Hit Girl. "It was very kind of him to come to the launch of my book," she remembered fondly. They also worked together on two reality shows and occasionally ran into each other at events like Aamir Khan's daughter's wedding.
Unforgettable moment
Parekh recalled a memorable incident on 'Samadhi' set
Parekh also recalled a peculiar incident on the set of Samadhi. Both her and Dharmendra's homes were raided by the Income Tax Department while they were filming. "I was supposed to be dead, and he was crying near my body." "But on that particular day, both our houses were raided... My eyes would flutter - they just wouldn't stop fluttering," she recalled. "It was a very funny situation, but at that time we were both very tense."