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Deewar, directed by The Yash Chopra, released 50 years ago. Starring Shashi Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan Deewaar was a critical and box-office hit and is considered one of the best, a classic, and an iconic film of Hindi cinema.

Here are seven unknown facts about Deewaar.

1. The first choice for Vijay’s role in Deewaar was not Amitabh Bachchan. It was Rajesh Khanna. Director Yash Chopra, who had directed Rajesh Khanna in his first home production Daag, was keen to reunite with Rajesh Khanna. However, writers Salim-Javed put their collective clout into action and insisted on Ab. And who said no to Salim-Javed those days?!

2. But here is the thing. Ab was doing another film with Yash Chopra at that time. And post Zanjeer, there was no way he could accommodate two Yash Chopra films into his clogged date diary. Luckily, better sense prevailed. Ab and Yc trained their guns on Deewaar.

Mumbai, April 12 (Ians) Veteran Bollywood actress-turned-politician ‘Dreamgirl’ Hema Malini left many Mumbaikars rubbing their eyes with disbelief when she hopped onto a Mumbai Metro train for a ride and later commuted in an auto-rickshaw.

The 74-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party Lok Sabha MP from Mathura shared pictures and videos of her memorable journey on the public transport – the lifeline of over eight million Mumbaikars – on social media.

En route, sporting a pink shirt and creamy-white trousers with a handbag slung on her shoulder, Malini warmly smiled and interacted casually with several commuters, and even posed for selfies with her fans on the Mumbai Metro ride, and then shot her experiences during an autorickshaw commute to her home.

“I must share with all of you my unique, wonderful experience. Drove 2 hours to reach Dahisar by car, so tiring! In the evening decided I would try the Metro and Omg! What a joy it was!

Actress, producer, director and dancer Hema Malini turned 64 today.Born as Hema Malini Chakravarty into a Tamil family, she started her career opposite the late Showman of Bollywood, Raj Kapoor in Sapno Ka Saudagar. The actress won her first Filmfare Award for her movie Seeta Aur Geeta where she was cast opposite Dharmendra and Sanjeev Kumar in a double role. She starred in films like Sanyasi, Dharmatma, Pratigya, Sholay, Tum Haseen Main Jawan, Naya Zamana and others. Read More...

Actress, producer, director and dancer Hema Malini turned 64 today.Born as Hema Malini Chakravarty into a Tamil family, she started her career opposite the late Showman of Bollywood, Raj Kapoor in Sapno Ka Saudagar. The actress won her first Filmfare Award for her movie Seeta Aur Geeta where she was cast opposite Dharmendra and Sanjeev Kumar in a double role. She starred in films like Sanyasi, Dharmatma, Pratigya, Sholay, Tum Haseen Main Jawan, Naya Zamana and others.

Hema busy on the campaign trail catches her breath to remember Feroz Khan with much warmth and joy.

“He was the first and last man who called me ‘Baby’. No one has ever dared. I wish they would. What a suave man he was. When I agreed to do Dharmatma he made it very clear I was there in the first-half only. He said, ‘You can’t say no, Baby!’ That was a new experience for me. My mother was more shocked than I was. With everyone addressing me as ‘ji’ it feels nice if someone comes up with a term of endearment. Earlier this week I was in Darjeeling campaigning when someone from the.

Mumbai, Actress-politician Hema Malini, who is busy campaigning for the ongoing Lok Sabha polls, catches her breath to remember Feroz Khan and says he was the only colleague to use an endearment for her and give her a sensuous avatar in his hit film "Dharmatma". "He was the first and last man who called me 'baby'. No one has ever dared. I wish they would. What a suave man he was," Hema told Ians. "When I agreed to do 'Dharmatma' he made it very clear I was there in the first-half only. He said, 'You can't say no, baby!' That was a new experience for me. My mother was more shocked than I was. With everyone addressing me as 'ji' it feels nice if someone comes up with a term of endearment. "Earlier this week I was in Darjeeling campaigning when ...

After battling with cancer for a year, veteran actor, producer and director Feroz Khan met with death on Monday night at 1.30 at his farm house located in his home town Bangalore. His family said that his funeral is due to take place in Bangalore later today. Making his debut with Didi in 1960, Feroz Khan has given some major hits like Qurbani, Yalgaar and Jaanbaaz. His performance in film Dharmatma was also highly appreciated. Some of his other hit films include Teesra Kaun and Dayavan. His last flick was 2007 released Welcome. The stylish actor has also been honoured with many prestigious award in.

Bollywood legend Feroz Khan has died at the age of 69 after losing his battle against cancer.

The popular actor, director and producer passed away in the early hours of Monday morning at his home in Bangalore, India.

Khan made his Bollywood debut in Didi in 1960, and went on to star in more than 50 films.

He is best known for his roles in hit 1980 movie Qurbani, 1975's Dharmatma, and Janbaaz in 1986. Khan's last movie was 2007's Welcome.

The star received several prestigious Indian film industry honours during his career, including the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for his role as Jai Kishan in 1969's Aadmi Aur Insaan.

He is survived by his ex-wife Sundari, and their two children Laila and Fardeen.

Veteran actor and filmmaker Feroz Khan, who gave us many entertaining films such as Apradh, Qurbani, Dharmatma, Dayavan and Jaanbaaz passed away early this morning at his Bangalore residence. He was 70 years old. The actor, who was once considered as 'the ultimate style-icon' by many during the 60's and 70's had been in a critical condition for many days now battling cancer. It's very ironical that Feroz Khan breathed his last in Bangalore, the very city where he was also born in. Not many may be aware that the flamboyant star made his acting debut as a second lead in the film Didi. After acting in films like Arzoo, Nagin, Mela and Safar, Feroz Khan also ventured into producing and directing films starting with Apradh (1972) and continued all the way till 2003 when his last film as producer-director Janasheen released. Feroz was last seen as the comic don 'Rdx' in the 2007 blockbuster Welcome.

Veteran actor and filmmaker Feroz Khan, who gave us many entertaining films such as Apradh, Qurbani, Dharmatma, Dayavan and Jaanbaaz passed away early this morning at his Bangalore residence. He was 70 years old. The actor, who was once considered as 'the ultimate style-icon' by many during the 60's and 70's had been in a critical condition for many days now battling cancer. It's very ironical that Feroz Khan breathed his last in Bangalore, the very city where he was also born in. Not many may be aware that the flamboyant star made his acting debut as a second lead in the film Didi. After acting in films like Arzoo, Nagin, Mela and Safar, Feroz Khan also ventured into producing and directing films starting with Apradh (1972) and continued all the way till 2003 when his last film as producer-director Janasheen released. Feroz was last seen as the comic don 'Rdx' in the 2007 blockbuster Welcome.

Bollywood actor and director Feroz Khan died here late Sunday at the age of 70, media reports said. The actor had been diagnosed with cancer about a year ago. He is survived by his son Fardeen and daughter Laila. Khan acted in Hindi films such as "Qurbani" and "Jaanbaaz". Feroz Khan was born and brought up in Bangalore. He made his debut as second lead in "Didi" (1960). He produced, directed and starred in "Dharmatma", which was the first Indian film to be shot in Afghanistan and was also his first blockbuster hit as producer, director and actor.

Legendary actor and director Feroz Khan died late on Sunday night in his Bangalore farmhouse. He was 70.

The actor had been diagnosed with cancer over a year ago. Feroz Khan directed and produced successful Hindi films such as Dharmaatma, Qurbani and Jaanbaaz.

The last film he starred in was the blockbuster hit Welcome in 2007. He is survived by his son Fardeen and daughter Laila.

Feroz Khan was born and brought up in Bangalore. He made his debut as second lead in Didi (1960). His first big hit was in 1965 with the release of Oonche Log.

He produced, directed and starred in the 1975 -77 film Dharmatma which was the first Indian film to be shot in Afghanistan and was also his first blockbuster hit as producer, director and actor.

His filmography:

Welcome (2007)

Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena (2005)

Chitappa (2005)

Janasheen (2003)

Yalgaar (1992)

Meet Mere Man Ka (1991)

Dayavan (1988)

Janbaaz (1986)

Kachche Heere (1982)

Khoon Aur Paani (1981)

Qurbani (1980)

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Veteran actor and filmmaker Feroz Khan was rushed to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital and admitted in the Icu yesterday. The actor, producer and director of films like Dharmatma, Qurbani, Jaanbaaz and Dayavan was in a critical condition while he was being admitted. It may be recalled that Feroz Khan has been not keeping well for a while now and yesterday's incident did give his close family members a scare. Most of his close family and friends immediately rushed to be by his side. We at Bollywood Hungama pray for his speedy recovery.