Alia Bhatt calls Rekha her ReMaa in heartfelt ode after Umrao Jaan screening
Actor Alia Bhatt bonded with Rekha at the screening of 'Umrao Jaan' (1981). She shared a picture with the veteran actor on social media and also shared a unique name for her.Alia shared a series of pictures on her Instagram handle, including a heartfelt moment with Rekha at the 'Umrao Jaan' premiere. In her ode to the veteran, she opted for a 'Silsila' (1981)-themed pink sari while posing with her. The 'Jigra' actor captioned her post as, "An ode to a living legend there never, was, is or will ever be another like you, ReMaa. (sic)"advertisementThe 'Umrao Jaan' actor was captured smiling in the photo. Rekha, in the picture with Alia is seen opting for white elaborate anarkali and vintage jewellery symbolising the 19th century era.
Alia Bhatt wrote a heartfelt tribute for Rekha at 'Umrao Jaan' screening. (Credit: Instagram/aliaabhatt)
While reacting to the pictures, a fan wrote, "Beautiful in all frames. (sic)" An Instagram user commented, "I'm searching for words to define alia's beauty, but i can't. she is just unbelievably gorgeous. she pulls off any attire with such ease. EVERY WOMAN'S BEAUTY IS ONE THING, BUT ALIA BHATT IS IN A DIFFERENT LEAGUE. NO ONE EVEN COMES CLOSE. (sic)"advertisementA fan also wrote, "Looking so beautiful Aloo all the best for 'Alpha'."
Fans praised Alia Bhatt's look from 'Umrao Jaan' screening. (Credit: Instagram/aliaabhatt)
Rekha's 'Umrao Jaan' re-released on June 27, is directed and produced by Muzaffar Ali. The director, in a recent interview with India Today, revealed that his first choice for the titular character was Smita Patil.He said, "Initially, I had thought of Smita Patil. She had worked with me in 'Gaman', and she would have done a good job." He further said, "But then we felt maybe we needed someone with a bit more oomph and physical presence."'Umrao Jaan' also featured Farooq Shaikh, Naseeruddin Shah, Shaukat Kaifi, Dina Pathak, Gajanan Jagirdar, Prema Narayan, Satish Shah and others in pivotal roles.- Ends
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