Mumbai, August 19: Get ready for a heartwarming story! Bollywood legend Rekha showered Vidya Balan with praise at the Parineeta 20th-anniversary celebration. It was a night filled with memories and admiration!
Vidya Balan: 20 Years of Amazing Performances
Can you believe it’s been two decades? Vidya Balan has seriously changed the game in Hindi cinema. From the grace of Parineeta to the boldness of The Dirty Picture, the twists and turns of Kahaani, and the heartwarming Tumhari Sulu, she’s constantly pushed boundaries and proven that women can lead powerful and successful stories on screen.
The Real Reason Rekha Signed On? You Won’t Believe It!
The most touching moment of the night? When Rekha revealed why she decided to be a part of Parineeta.
“I remember asking Vidhu Vinod Chopra who was in the film. He told me Saif, Sanjay, and Vidya. And I was like, ‘Okay, but who is Vidya?'” Rekha shared with a smile.
“But after seeing her on screen, I immediately called Farzana ji and said, ‘We HAVE to do this film!’ I just couldn’t take my eyes off Vidya. She was Parineeta, even before the movie started!”
“Vidya Balan Is Parineeta To Me”
Rekha even confessed she didn’t know much about the film itself at the time. “Honestly, for me, Parineeta will always and only be Vidya Balan,” she declared. Now that’s high praise!
More Than Co-Stars: A True Family Bond
The connection between these two goes way beyond the screen.
“She became a star, but I gained a daughter,” Rekha said sweetly. “I remember during the filming of the song ‘Kaisi Paheli’, she was quietly watching me. Later, she came to my vanity van, held my hand, and said, ‘I’ve learned so much from you.’ But today, I can honestly say I’ve learned just as much from her.”
A Lasting Legacy of Talent and Humility
This past June marked Vidya Balan’s incredible 20th year in the film industry. Rekha’s heartfelt words really highlight not only Vidya’s immense talent but also her down-to-earth nature. After two decades, Vidya continues to be a fearless actress and someone who’s always eager to learn. What an inspiration!
