'Sridevi Was Distraught After Breakup with Mithun Chakraborty,' Sujata Mehta Shares Candid Insights
Veteran actor Sujata Mehta recently opened up about the golden era of Bollywood, sharing fascinating anecdotes about Sridevi, Rajinikanth, and more in an interview with Hindi Rush. Known for her roles in Pratighaat and Yateem, Sujata provided rare insights into the lives and personalities of iconic stars from the 1970s and ’80s.
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Sridevi: A Professional in Pain
Sujata dismissed rumors of Sridevi’s alleged attitude, describing her as a respectful and introverted individual. Reflecting on Sridevi’s emotional turmoil post her breakup with Mithun Chakraborty, Sujata revealed, “She was distraught but highly professional. Once the camera turned on, she belonged only to it. After the shot, she would sit quietly in a corner.” Sujata added, “They were madly in love.”
Sridevi and Madhuri: Quiet Competitors?
Addressing the rumored rivalry between Sridevi and Madhuri Dixit, Sujata mentioned, “They would sit at a distance on set. Madhuri, too, wouldn’t talk to anyone and stayed engrossed in her Walkman.”
Rajinikanth’s Humility and Unique Charm
Recollecting her experience with Rajinikanth during the 1987 film Zameen, Sujata described him as incredibly humble. “He doesn’t have the conventional hero look, yet he’s a superstar. He told me he spends nights in front of the mirror talking to himself. He would skip lunch and have only buttermilk,” she said, adding, “He has no ego and is down-to-earth.”
Rishi and Ranbir Kapoor: A Legacy Compared
Sujata also compared Rishi Kapoor to his son, Ranbir Kapoor. “Ranbir is mind-blowing. Making it big despite superstar parents is a rare achievement,” she said. However, she admitted she hasn’t yet watched any of Janhvi Kapoor’s films.
Sujata Mehta’s revelations offer a nostalgic glimpse into Bollywood’s golden era, showcasing the personal and professional lives of its brightest stars.
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