Rekha was asked about her vermilion by the President at the National Film Awards – this was her answer. Hindi film news
Rekha is not just a Bollywood legend, it is a mystery, a style icon and a symbol of strength. Known for her powerful roles, unmatched grace and incredible screen appearance, she was also a proper part of ups and downs in her personal life. But through all this, Rekha has always managed to keep its head high and answer the complicated questions of life with an attractive smile.One such unforgettable moment came during the National Film Awards ceremony when the President of India himself asked Rekha about the vermilion she wore. This was followed by the classic line, elegant, funny and completely under control.Adventure to a president’s questionIn 1981, Rekha gave one of the most prestigious performances of her career in the film ‘Umrao Jaan’. Her portrayal won her the National Film Award for Best Actress. At the award ceremony, while he was being honored for his brilliant performance, a very unexpected moment came out.According to his biography ‘Rekha: The Untold Story’ by Yasar Usman, the then President Neelam Sanjiva Reddy saw sindoor (a traditional red mark worn by married Hindu women) in Rekha’s Bal Bidai and asked him about it. With a touch of grace and chutli humor, Rekha replied, “I come to the city, it is common to apply vermilion … it’s fashionable!”That one line was filled with Rekha’s soul, elegant, confidence and attraction. His characters were in the headlines, like Kalpana in ‘Jhutthi’ and Manju in ‘Khubsorat’, his intellect was also in the headlines.While Rekha’s on-screen life was full of glamor, there were many difficult chapters in her real life. He was often romantically associated with many male actors, making his personal life a constant subject of gossip and speculation. In 1990, Rekha married Delhi -based businessman Mukesh Aggarwal. It is a matter of regret that only eight months in marriage, he died of suicide. Reports suggested that he was struggling with depression. The tragedy was heartbreaking, but Rekha kept silent while handling the situation with dignity.
