Raaj Kumar’s Quirky Antics on Saudagar Set: Ignoring Dilip Kumar & Soaking in Cold Water
Ever wonder what happens behind the glitz and glamour of Bollywood? Film sets are often filled with intriguing stories, and the making of Subhash Ghai’s Saudagar is no exception. Ravi Dewan, sharing his memories, reveals some fascinating insights into the unique behavior of the legendary Raaj Kumar.
Raaj Kumar’s Cold Water Therapy
According to Dewan, Raaj Kumar displayed a peculiar habit during the filming of Saudagar. He would often sit in a tub filled with cold water, even when he wasn’t required for a shot. His reasoning? “Yahan photo kheenchne koi nahi ayega,” (Nobody’s going to take pictures here) he would quip.
A Deliberate Snub or Just Eccentricity?
Ignoring Dilip Kumar’s Scenes
Another intriguing detail shared by Dewan was Raaj Kumar’s apparent indifference to Dilip Kumar’s scenes. While Dilip Kumar was filming crucial scenes, Raaj Kumar would often be found engrossed in other activities, seemingly oblivious to the action happening around him. Was this a deliberate act of rivalry or simply another facet of Raaj Kumar’s known eccentricity? The answer remains shrouded in mystery, adding to the mystique of these two cinematic giants.
