Bobby Deol recently opened up a major turn in Bollywood history, the story that his father, experienced actor Dharmendra, was to let “go”.chain‘, The prestigious 1973 film which brought Amitabh Bachchan to the superstardam.
Speaking in an interview with Sano India, Bobby explained the emotional reason behind his father’s decision, highlighting a deep personal family moment.
A personal promise that changed Bollywood history
Bobby shared that Dharmendra was originally ready to do the ‘zanjier’, but a sudden petition from a family member forced him to go away. Bobby revealed, “We had a cousin in the family, who had some issues with Prakash Mehra ji (director of Zangeyer).” “One day she came to our house and said to my father,” You have to swear on me, if you do this film, you will see my dead body. ” “Bound to the emotional weight of his words, Dharmendra chose to honor his request and went away from the project.
Family and generous man
The ‘cattle’ actor also talked about his father’s kind nature. Recalling another example, he mentioned how Dharmendra did Satyakam for his brother -in -law, and even gave him ₹ 25 lakh in time of financial crisis. “I don’t know if it was an accurate amount,” Bobby said, “but my father has always been someone who takes care of people.” These anecdotes portrayed a picture of not only professional options, but also with loyalty and love for their family and friends.
End of a legend through the sacrifice of another
Written by ‘Zanjier’ directed by Prakash Mehra and written by the famous couple Salim -Javed, finally went to Amitabh Bachchan, a casting decision that changed the syllabus of Indian cinema. The huge success of the film marked the birth and beginning of ‘Angry Young Man’ Salim-Jeev And Bachchan’s stored cooperation. While Dharmendra’s sacrifice may look like a disadvantage on paper, it played an important role in shaping the history of Bollywood in an unexpected manner.
