Veteran Composer Anandji Recalls Rajesh Khanna's Stardom and Arrogance
· Entertainment · Indian Express, Times of India, timesofindia.indiatimes
Veteran composer Anandji Virji Shah of the Kalyanji-Anandji duo has recalled how actor Rajesh Khanna's attitude changed dramatically after he achieved superstardom. Speaking in New Delhi, Anandji said that the music duo promoted Khanna early in his career by recommending him to filmmakers and producers for films like Raaz and Sachaa Jhutha. However, after tasting success, Khanna allegedly began expecting people to bow before him and treated industry colleagues differently. In contrast, Anandji praised Amitabh Bachchan for remaining humble and consistent throughout his career despite early setbacks. The interview highlights contrasting trajectories of two major figures in Hindi cinema.
Why it matters
The remarks offer a rare historical perspective from industry insiders on how fame transformed Bollywood's early superstars compared to enduring icons like Amitabh Bachchan.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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