In the movie “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,” Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi portray characters who were long-lost lovers reuniting to share a late-life romance. The film, which was released in theaters last month, garnered attention for a kissing scene between the veteran actors. Esha Deol, daughter of Dharmendra, discussed her father’s kissing scene during an interview with Zoom. She expressed that there should be no age barrier for love or kissing, praising her father’s romantic nature and professionalism. Esha also touched on the emotional aspect of watching the film as Dharmendra’s daughter, particularly during poignant scenes.
Sunny Deol, another member of the Deol family, also commented on the scene. During a press conference, he mentioned that romantic genes seemed to run in their family, referring to his father’s portrayal of romantic scenes in the movie. Dharmendra himself was questioned about the scene’s reception during a success party. He playfully stated that he enjoyed it and that he was open to any challenge, emphasizing his willingness to take on different roles.
Shabana Azmi, one of the lead actors, shared her perspective on the scene as well. She explained that the unexpected nature of her character’s romantic portrayal garnered significant attention. She questioned why it was surprising for strong women to also display romantic aspects, expressing that even strong individuals have romantic sides. Shabana attributed the buzz surrounding the scene to its unexpected and delicious quality, particularly appreciating the positive response from the younger generation.
“Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani” stars Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi in lead roles. The film’s narrative revolves around Rani and Rocky, played by Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, respectively, as they explore their grandparents’ connection. The romantic subplot between Shabana Azmi and Dharmendra unfolds through classic Hindi songs, adding a nostalgic touch to the film’s storytelling.
