Bollywood’s ‘Bad Man’ Gulshan Grover, recently opened up about his early days in the industry.
But what caught everyone’s attention was his revelation about Rajesh Khanna and Tina Munim’s relationship during the filming of Avtaar in 1983.
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In an interview, Gulshan admitted he was initially sceptical of Rajesh Khanna because of his close friendship with Sanjay Dutt.
At the time, Rajesh Khanna was dating Tina Munim, who would later go on to marry business tycoon Anil Ambani.
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But back then, their romance was the talk of the town, and Sanjay Dutt wasn’t exactly a fan of Khanna.
Given Sanjay Dutt’s outspoken nature, Gulshan feared Rajesh Khanna might hold it against him.
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However, to his surprise, Khanna was extremely warm and supportive on set.
He admitted that he was a little hesitant, knowing Sanjay’s views, but Rajesh Khanna never made him feel uncomfortable.
Despite all the off-screen gossip, the superstar remained professional throughout the shoot.
Grover also recalled how Avtaar director Mohan Kumar believed in him despite opposition from the production team.
The film went on to become a hit, marking a significant milestone in his career.
While Tina Munim eventually left Bollywood to marry Anil Ambani, her relationship with Rajesh Khanna remains one of the industry’s most talked-about love stories.
And thanks to a little behind-the-scenes drama, Avtaar became even more legendary!
