Rekha Vidya Balan Mumbai meet When Rekha and Vidya Balan met despite heavy monsoon rains in Mumbai,

Bollywood recently celebrated 20 years of Vidya Balan's superhit film Parineeta. The event was hosted by producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra in Mumbai. The event was attended by many of the biggest stars of the film, including Vidya Balan herself and veteran divas, Rekha, Dia Mirza and others. (Vidya Balan Parineeta)However, what grabbed the most attention was the heartwarming friendship and deep affection between Rekha and Vidya. The union added to the glory of this historic event.(Rekha and Vidya Balan bond)

Rekha Calls Vidya Balan Her ‘Daughter’, Praises Her Unconventional Beauty and Emotional Bond

Known for her loving nature and unique presence, Rekha had some very encouraging words for Vidya. Praising Vidya's unparalleled 'unconventional beauty' and unique approach to her work, she said, "She existed even before she was born, she was the Parineeta." Rekha spoke about how Vidya is not just a co-star for her but much more than that. Emotionally, Rekha said, "I got a daughter in Vidya." The emotional bond between them was evident when Rekha recalled the moments spent together during the shooting of the song "Kaisi Paheli Zindagani". (Vidya Balan Parineeta) She praised Vidya's dedication and how Vidya sat there throughout the shoot without blinking and absorbing every detail. After the song was over, Vidya came to Rekha's vanity van, held her hand, kissed  and humbly told her that she has learnt a lot from her. Rekha admitted that now seeing Vidya's performance, she feels that she too has learnt a lot from Vidya.(Shantanu Moitra Parineeta music)

Rekha Recalls Her First-Ever Audition for ‘Parineeta’, Shares How Vidya Balan Impressed Her Instantly

What made the event even more heart-touching was, Rekha opening up about her experience with 'Parineeta' . For Rekha, this film was the first time she auditioned for a role in her entire career. (Rekha praises Vidya BalanShe jokingly admitted, "I didn't even know what it (audition) meant at that time." Vidhu Vinod Chopra insisted that she audition or else the opportunity would slip away. When Rekha asked Vidhu about the cast, the name Vidya Balan was unfamiliar to her, but she was impressed only after seeing the footage. She called Farazana ji and happily announced that she was working on the film. The admiration that Rekha has for Vidya is evident in this story, which highlights the mutual respect and collaboration behind the scenes.(Rekha Vidya Balan meeting)

The event also had an emotional moment from Vidya. Despite the heavy monsoon rains in Mumbai, she was full of excitement and joy to meet Rekha. . Vidya won everyone's heart  by touching Rekha's feet and kissing her hand as soon as she saw her. One such gesture by Vidya that instantly caught the attention of both fans and social media was, "In the video, Vidya happily ran to greet Rekha, hugging her warmly while Rekha too was overwhelmed with affection, her gesture speaks volumes about the closeness between them. Fans on social media praised Vidya's childlike enthusiasm, humility and Rekha's maturity and the genuine affection between the two veteran actresses, with some even praising Vidya's teenage-like body language for Rekha, which made the moment even sweeter.

‘Parineeta’ Returns to Theatres on August 29: Celebrating 20 Years of Vidya Balan and 50 Years of Vinod Chopra Films

Apart from these star-studded emotional moments, the screening also announced the re-release of Parineeta in select theatres for a week starting August 29, celebrating not just the film's 20 years but also Vidya Balan's journey in Bollywood and Vinod Chopra Films' 50-year legacy. The 2005 film, directed by the late Pradeep Sarkar, is an adaptation of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's much-loved Bengali novel. It  stars Vidya, the lead actress and Rekha in a cameo role.(Rekha Vidya Balan friendship) Starring a stellar cast including Sanjay Dutt, Saif Ali Khan and Raima Sen, and enriched with soulful music composed by Shantanu Moitra, the film narrates a timeless tale. Upon its original release, the film was both a critical and commercial success. It is remembered for its portrayal of love, social divide and quiet rebellion.

FAQ

1 Why did Rekha and Vidya Balan meet in Mumbai despite heavy rains?

Rekha and Vidya Balan met during a special screening and celebration of Parineeta’s 20th anniversary and Vinod Chopra Films’ 50-year legacy.

2 What did Rekha say about Vidya Balan?

Rekha praised Vidya’s unconventional beauty and dedication, calling her not just a co-star but “like a daughter.”

3 Did Rekha and Vidya Balan work together before?

Yes, both shared screen space in Parineeta (2005), where Rekha appeared in a cameo and Vidya played the lead role.

4 What emotional moment did Rekha recall with Vidya?

Rekha remembered the shooting of Kaisi Paheli Zindagani, where Vidya watched her performance with complete dedication, later thanking her humbly.

5 Why is Parineeta being re-released?

The film is being re-released in select theatres from August 29 to celebrate its 20 years and to honor Vidya Balan’s journey along with Vinod Chopra Films’ 50-year milestone.

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