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Happy Birthday: First Cine Superstar Rajesh Khanna’s Some Memorable On-Screen Pairings
Born on 29 December 1942, first superstar of Indian cinema Rajesh Khanna enjoyed a huge fan following during the 60s and 70s because of his mesmerizing acting and endearing looks. Read on for details:
Mumbai: Born on 29 December 1942, first superstar of Indian cinema Rajesh Khanna enjoyed a huge fan following during the 60s and 70s because of his mesmerizing acting and endearing looks.
On his birthday today, though Rajesh Khanna is not amidst us, his momentous performances will always remain in the heart and soul of his fans. On this occasion Dynamite News brings to its readers some of his best on-screen pairings.
Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore
The chemistry between Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore in Aaradhana was the highlight of the film. Their song Roop Tera Mastana became an immediate hit, and Sharmila Tagore won the Filmfare Best Actress Award for her performance in Aradhana. Later, the duo worked together again in films such as 'Safar', 'Avishkaar', and 'Amar Prem'.
Rajesh Khanna and Mumtaz
The duo appeared in films such as 'Roti', 'Aaina', 'Apna Desh', 'Do Raaste', 'Sachaa Jhutha', and 'Aap Ki Kasam', and they became a super hit Jodi. Rajesh Khanna and Mumtaz both received critical acclaim for their roles in 'Aap Ki Kasam'. The film went on to become one of 1974's biggest box office hits.
Rajesh Khanna and Asha Parekh
Superstars Rajesh Khanna and Asha Parekh who worked together to create onscreen magic. They are best known for their collaboration on the film 'Kati Patang', which saw the superstar in his most romantic role. 'Kati Patang' became a hit due to its star cast, music, and both Parekh and Khanna's acting abilities.
Rajesh Khanna and Tina Munim
Bollywood pair Rajesh Khanna and Tina Minum were among the most loved on-screen pairs who worked together in films like ‘Fifty Fifty’, ‘Souten’, ‘Bewafai’, ‘Suraag’, ‘Akkhir Kyon?’, ‘Adhikar’ and many more. Tina Munim and Rajesh Khanna were rumoured to be dating at a time.
Rajesh Khanna and Shabana Azmi
Azmi and Khanna collaborated on several films, but their 1980 hit ‘Thodisi Bewafaii’ is among their best-known films. Apart from them, the duo starred in the super hit film ‘Avtaar’ and the audience appreciated their on-screen pairing. (with ANI inputs)