New Delhi. Many actors in Hindi cinema have been known for their strong personalities and outspoken style and Raaj Kumar was considered unique among them. His image was that of an actor who would express his views to anyone on the set without hesitation and at times this would seem like a direct insult to someone. But in the same industry, such an incident also comes to light in which such an actor came in front of him, about whom it is said that even Raj Kumar avoided saying anything in front of him.
This story is related to Om Puri, whose initial film journey was full of struggles. When Om Puri came into the industry, he had to face many comments due to his looks and simple background. At that time, Shabana Azmi had also made a light comment about her looks, which made her realize that it is not easy to be accepted in the film industry.
In this environment, Om Puri also had a fear in his mind that when he would work with a strict and outspoken actor like Raj Kumar, he too might have to hear some kind of sharp comment. Because of this fear, he had decided in his mind that if anything offensive happened during the shooting, he would leave the film midway.
But the reality proved to be completely different from their fears. Om Puri’s ex-wife Seema Kapoor told in an interview that new artists in the industry were often targeted by their seniors and attempts were also made to harass them mentally. But while progressing in his career, Om Puri never behaved like that with any junior.
According to Seema Kapoor, when Om Puri worked with Raj Kumar, a different situation was seen. Raj Kumar’s personality and the level of his acting was so strong that it automatically forced the person in front of him to respect him. Om Puri was completely afraid that perhaps some insulting behavior would happen to him too but nothing like that happened.
It is said that Raj Kumar did not say anything insulting or taunting to Om Puri. This is believed to be because Om Puri’s acting and his serious attitude were so impressive that Raj Kumar maintained a distinct respect for him. This was the same period when Om Puri was completely dedicated to his work and his acting was making his own identity in the industry.
Seema Kapoor also told that at that time new actors in the film industry had to go through many mental challenges but talent and self-confidence gradually made them stronger. Om Puri also learned from this struggle and never misbehaved with anyone while moving ahead in his career. This incident even today shows a glimpse of that era in the film industry when both personality and talent were the biggest strengths for any artist.
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