Poonam Dhillon recalls working with Rishi Kapoor, says she learnt a lot from him: ‘He could sing sad songs with a smile'
During the candid conversation, Poonam said that she has learnt the most from Rishi Kapoor and Kamal Haasan. 'He was one of the most talented and natural actors. I was and am a big fan of his. I used to always say that him and Kamal Haasan are the two actors I have learnt most from because I did a lot of films with both of them. Both were amazing actors.'
The actor also pointed out Rishi's beautiful smile and shared, 'I think Rishi Kapoor probably was the only actor who could sing a sad song with a smile. Later when I saw a lot of Raj Kapoor films, I said that Raj uncle also used to do that. Unhappy songs, but he would have a smile on his face, and the tragedy was still there.'
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She added, 'It wasn't a happy smile, it was a sad smile. Rishi Kapoor had that quality that he could make you absolutely emotional just by a look. And, the way he sang songs, it was most natural. He used to look so endearing while singing.'
The host mentioned how Rishi Kapoor's on-point chemistry with actresses made fans assume that he was in love with all his female co-stars. To this, Poonam replied, 'He was a great actor. Trust me, I don't think he was in love with any of his co-stars other than Neetu. That shows what a great actor he was.'
On the work front, Poonam Dhillon was last seen in Ek Kori Prem Katha, last year. The film also starred Raj Babbar, Akshay Oberoi, and Khanak Budhiraja.
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