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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Satte Pe Satta: When pregnant Hema Malini replaced Rekha opposite Amitabh Bachchan in the blockbuster film; Parveen Babi walked out due to health issues
Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha 's screen partnership remains indelible because their on-screen interactions continued to win hearts whenever they appeared together. The duo produced multiple unforgettable movies, which continue to attract fans even today. Their joint efforts in 'Do Anjaane' (1976), 'Alaap' (1977), 'Khoon Pasina' (1977), 'Ganga Ki Saugandh' (1978), 'Muqaddar Ka Sikandar' (1978), 'Mr. Natwarlal' (1979), 'Suhaag' (1979), 'Ram Balram' (1980), and 'Silsila' (1981) brought them overwhelming adoration and admiration from cinema lovers. These unforgettable love stories made them the most popular cinematic pair of that time. Naturally, when Amitabh Bachchan's 1982 film 'Satte Pe Satta' was announced, fans hoped to see Rekha alongside him once again—but as we know, she wasn't part of that project. According to News18, Rekha was originally the first choice to star opposite Amitabh Bachchan in 'Satte Pe Satta,' while another prominent actress was also being considered for a significant role. However, plans took a turn when Rekha had to step away from the project. Around the same time, Parveen Babi , who had already been signed, also exited the film due to health issues. These unexpected changes opened the door for Hema Malini—already an established star with several hits to her credit—to step in as the film's leading lady. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo Interestingly, the movie was filmed while Hema Malini was pregnant—a fact that remained unknown to most fans at the time. At Amitabh Bachchan's personal request, she took on the role and managed to juggle the demanding shoot along with her other professional commitments. During the filming, Hema Malini was expecting her daughter, Esha Deol. To discreetly hide her pregnancy, she smartly draped a decorative scarf during the song 'Pariyon Ka Mela Hai;, reports News18. Though made on a modest budget and released in the early 1980s, 'Satte Pe Satta' struck a chord with audiences and went on to become a massive commercial success, breaking several box office records. It emerged as the highest-grossing film of the year. The on-screen pairing of Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini was especially well-received, playing a key role in the film's lasting popularity. At 65, Amitabh Bachchan remains one of Bollywood's leading superstars, with a fan base in every age group. On the work front, he is preparing to play a negative character alongside Rajinikanth, which will showcase his everlasting versatility and timeless influence in Indian cinema.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Inside ‘Satte Pe Satta': Why Hema Malini Replaced Rekha Opposite Amitabh Bachchan
Bollywood actress Hema Malini wasn't the original choice for Amitabh Bachchan's 1982 blockbuster 'Satte Pe Satta'. Discover the casting changes that shaped this iconic film Bollywood veterans Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha's on-screen chemistry has been celebrated through several iconic films like Do Anjaane (1976), Alaap (1977), Khoon Pasina (1977), Ganga Ki Saugandh (1978), Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978), Mr. Natwarlal (1979), Suhaag (1979), Ram Balram (1980) and Silsila (1981), earning them a special place in Bollywood history. Given their memorable collaborations, fans were naturally eager to see them reunite in the 1982 film Satte Pe Satta. However, despite the anticipation, Rekha did not appear in the final cast, as another actress was brought in to replace her. Nonetheless, the film went on to become one of the most memorable and successful releases of its time, breaking multiple box office records. The Film's Original Casting And Changes Initially, Rekha was the first choice to star alongside Amitabh Bachchan in Satte Pe Satta, with another leading actress also considered for a key role. However, plans changed when Rekha had to withdraw from the project. Around the same time, Parveen Babi, who had been signed on, also stepped away due to health reasons. This paved the way for Hema Malini, already well-known for her successful films, to take on the lead role. Plot And Success Of 'Satte Pe Satta' The story centred around seven unruly brothers named Ravi, Som, Mangal, Budh, Guru, Shukra and Shani who were all transformed by Indu, the wife of the eldest brother Ravi. Despite being a modestly budgeted project released in the 1980s, the film captivated audiences and enjoyed tremendous commercial success, breaking multiple records. It became the highest-grossing film of the year. Hema Malini's Remarkable Commitment Remarkably, the entire film was shot while Hema Malini was pregnant, a detail that remained largely unknown to the public. At Amitabh Bachchan's personal request, she agreed to take on the role and balanced this demanding project alongside her other commitments. During filming, Hema Malini was expecting her daughter, Esha Deol. She cleverly used a decorative scarf during the song Pariyon Ka Mela Hai to conceal her pregnancy. Box Office Performance And Legacy Satte Pe Satta was made on a budget of approximately Rs 2.18 crore but earned Rs 7 lakh on its opening day alone, eventually amassing a total of Rs 4 crore in collections. The pairing of Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini was widely appreciated by audiences, contributing to the film's enduring popularity. Now aged 65, Amitabh Bachchan remains a beloved Bollywood superstar, admired by fans of all ages. He is currently preparing to portray a villain opposite Rajinikanth, demonstrating his continuing versatility and appeal in Indian cinema. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
One villain role in Amitabh Bachchan's film ruined this actor's image, people began to hate him in real life, called him cruel, his name is…
Everyone will remember BR Chopra's Mahabharat. This show is still very popular. The popular TV show, Mahabharat, gave a different identity to every actor. Every character was engraved in people's minds. Goga Kapoor played the character of Kansa in the show. Goga Kapoor's real name is Ravindra Kapoor. While all the actors made a lot of money by playing roles in Mahabharat, playing this role proved to be very difficult for Goga Kapoor. People started hating him in real life. He has played villains in films. Let us tell you more about Goga Kapoor. One role changed this actor's life Goga Kapoor got a lot of popularity by playing the role of Kansa. He impressed everyone with his acting, but this role changed his entire life. His image had completely changed. People did not like him. People started calling him a sinner, a tyrant and a cruel person because of his role as Kansa. He told in an interview that people used to stop him on the way and ask him why he did such atrocities with his sister Devaki. Goga Kapoor has played roles like Don, Dinkar Rao and Daku Shaitan in his career. He started his career with the film Jwala in 1971. He has worked in films like Toofaan, Khoon Pasina, Ghata, Mr. Natwarlal, Betaab, Agneepath, Hatimtai, Sholay and Toofaan, Shaktimaan, Refugee, Dostana, Shaan, Yaarana, Zanjeer. 20 movies with Amitabh Bachchan Goga Kapoor worked with Amitabh Bachchan in more than 20 films. Their pairing was quite popular. One hero and one villain. Both of them entertained people a lot. Goga Kapoor is no longer in this world. He died on March 3, 2011 at the age of 70.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jaya Bachchan was once said to have broken down seeing Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha's onscreen chemistry in a blockbuster movie
ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT In the vibrant and changing landscape of Bollywood during the late 1970s, one on-screen couple stood out—Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha. Their magnetic presence lit up the screen with every shared frame, leaving viewers spellbound and gossip columns buzzing. Their chemistry felt so real, so raw, that fans and media alike began to suspect that their bond extended far beyond the film while speculation thrived, Amitabh remained silent—choosing dignity over disclosure. Rekha, however, gradually opened up over the years, offering glimpses into a story that was as tender as it was of the most poignant moments in this chapter came in 1978, during the release of Muqaddar Ka Sikandar , a film that became a massive hit. But beyond its commercial success, it reportedly shattered hearts—especially that of Jaya Bachchan, Amitabh's wife. According to Rekha, the private trial screening of the film turned into an emotionally charged an old interview from Stardust, Times of India reported that Rekha spotted Jaya tearing up at the trial show of the film. 'Once, I was looking at the whole (Bachchan) family through the projection room when they came to see the trial show of 'Muqaddar Ka Sikandar'. Jaya was sitting in the front row and he (Amitabh) and his parents were in the row behind her. They couldn't see her as clearly as I could. And during our love scenes, I could see tears pouring down her face," she told the magazine.A week after that intense screening, Rekha claimed she began hearing murmurs that shocked her. She was told that Amitabh had decided not to work with her anymore. 'I was hearing from everyone that he told his producers he wouldn't do any more films with me,' she shared in the same interview. For fans who had grown to love their on-screen partnership, the news was both unexpected and Amitabh and Rekha were box-office gold together—starring in blockbusters like Mr. Natwarlal, Khoon Pasina, Do Anjaane, Suhaag, and Ram Balram—their last appearance together came in 1981's Silsila. Ironically, this Yash Chopra film mirrored the whispers surrounding them, portraying a fictional love triangle with eerie echoes of real the widespread belief that there was tension between Rekha and Jaya, Rekha always spoke with respect about her. In a heartfelt 1990s interview with Simi Garewal, Rekha praised Jaya's composure and inner strength. 'Didibhai is exceptionally mature. I've rarely met a woman with such poise and dignity. I deeply admire her,' she asked directly if she had ever loved Amitabh, Rekha's reply was unflinching: 'Absolutely. That's a silly question. Everyone falls in love with him. Why should I pretend otherwise? Of course I did—and do.'After Silsila, they never worked together again. It marked the quiet conclusion of not just a cinematic pairing but perhaps Bollywood's most whispered love story. Their journey—composed of shared stares, silent sacrifices, and undeniable emotion—lives on, not just in reels of film, but in the hearts of those who watched, felt, and Silsila underperformed when released, it later achieved cult status—immortalizing a love that never needed confirmation to be real.
Economic Times
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Jaya Bachchan once broke down seeing Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha's onscreen chemistry in this 1978 blockbuster
Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha were a popular Bollywood pair. Their on-screen chemistry sparked rumors of an off-screen romance. Rekha admitted her love for Amitabh. Jaya Bachchan, Amitabh's wife, was reportedly affected. Amitabh stopped working with Rekha after the film Muqaddar Ka Sikandar. Their last film together was Silsila. The film mirrored their rumored love triangle. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In the vibrant and changing landscape of Bollywood during the late 1970s, one on-screen couple stood out—Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha. Their magnetic presence lit up the screen with every shared frame, leaving viewers spellbound and gossip columns buzzing. Their chemistry felt so real, so raw, that fans and media alike began to suspect that their bond extended far beyond the film while speculation thrived, Amitabh remained silent—choosing dignity over disclosure. Rekha, however, gradually opened up over the years, offering glimpses into a story that was as tender as it was of the most poignant moments in this chapter came in 1978, during the release of Muqaddar Ka Sikandar , a film that became a massive hit. But beyond its commercial success, it reportedly shattered hearts—especially that of Jaya Bachchan, Amitabh's wife. According to Rekha, the private trial screening of the film turned into an emotionally charged event. In an old interview with Stardust magazine, she recalled watching from a projection room as the Bachchan family arrived. 'I saw Jaya sitting in the front row. Amitabh and his parents sat just behind her. During the romantic scenes between Amitabh and me, I could see tears flowing down her face.'A week after that intense screening, Rekha claimed she began hearing murmurs that shocked her. She was told that Amitabh had decided not to work with her anymore. 'I was hearing from everyone that he told his producers he wouldn't do any more films with me,' she shared in the same interview. For fans who had grown to love their on-screen partnership, the news was both unexpected and Amitabh and Rekha were box-office gold together—starring in blockbusters like Mr. Natwarlal, Khoon Pasina, Do Anjaane, Suhaag, and Ram Balram—their last appearance together came in 1981's Silsila. Ironically, this Yash Chopra film mirrored the whispers surrounding them, portraying a fictional love triangle with eerie echoes of real the widespread belief that there was tension between Rekha and Jaya, Rekha always spoke with respect about her. In a heartfelt 1990s interview with Simi Garewal, Rekha praised Jaya's composure and inner strength. 'Didibhai is exceptionally mature. I've rarely met a woman with such poise and dignity. I deeply admire her,' she asked directly if she had ever loved Amitabh, Rekha's reply was unflinching: 'Absolutely. That's a silly question. Everyone falls in love with him. Why should I pretend otherwise? Of course I did—and do.'After Silsila, they never worked together again. It marked the quiet conclusion of not just a cinematic pairing but perhaps Bollywood's most whispered love story. Their journey—composed of shared stares, silent sacrifices, and undeniable emotion—lives on, not just in reels of film, but in the hearts of those who watched, felt, and Silsila underperformed when released, it later achieved cult status—immortalizing a love that never needed confirmation to be real.
