New Delhi, in the era of 70-80s, when most heroines were seen in traditional avatars, Zeenat Aman created quite a stir with her glamorous western outfits. At the peak of her career, the actress put her established career on the line for the sake of her children. Zeenat who beat top actresses in professional life never found true love in personal life.
Zeenat Aman has worked in many films in her time. As soon as she entered the industry in the 70s, she reached a level that was unmatched in acting. He made everyone his fan with his acting talent. This was the time when she was the first choice of producers. In the year 1971, his career flourished because of Mumtaz. If Mumtaz had said yes, Zeenat might not be where she is today. However, Mumtaz’s stardom faded as soon as it arrived.
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In an interview to Hindustan Times in 2013, Zeenat revealed many secrets of her life. She explained why she could not pursue an acting career like other actresses like Shabana Azmi or Hema Malini during her time. She said, ‘A lot has changed since my husband left this world. I faced bad times. Then I had to plan my life with my children. We also had to think about his bright future. I risked my career to give him the time he deserved. I didn’t want to lose that time.
Became a star because of Mumtaz
In the year 1971, Devanand, Mumtaz and Zeenat Aman were seen in the film ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’. Zeenat played Dev Saheb’s onscreen sister in the film. But Devanand had earlier offered the role to Mumtaz but she did not want to be the actor’s sister in the film, so she turned down the role and played his wife, while Mumtaz was lost somewhere in the film. The film’s song ‘Hare Rama Hare Krishna’, featuring Zeenat, became a hit. His character and chemistry with Devanand in the film was well liked. Zeenat’s career flourished because of Mumtaz in this film. The film proved to be a big hit.
Zeenat’s personal life has been very painful.
Let us tell you that Zeenat worked in many big hit films in her career. But his real life was not very successful. He found only pain in love. Even after two marriages, he had to lead a lonely life. Today even at this stage of her age she beats older actresses with her looks.
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First published: November 20, 2023, 07:31 IST