Nargis Dutt – this name is etched in the golden words in the books of Indian cinema. She was a timeless beauty and the epitome of sheer talent who gave Indian cinema a legacy to cherish. However, it isn’t just her acting that keeps the late actress alive in the hearts of millions. Nargis, as recalled by Bollywood’s veteran star Waheeda Rehman, was the ‘most hospitable person.’
“Nargis Ji would make sure each person, no matter how big or small, was comfortable.”
In a conversation with us, Waheeda Rehman fondly remembered Nargis Dutt on her death anniversary and shared, “She was like an elder sister. Sunil Dutt Saab, Nargisji, and their Ajanta Troupe would frequently go to the borders to entertain our soldiers. I was a happy member of that entertainment troupe.”
“Nargis ji looked after us like her own family. She was the most hospitable person I have ever known. When we would be travelling together, she would make sure each person, no matter how big or small, was comfortable,” added the actress.
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She further shared how these two beautiful souls didn’t meet that often, but whenever they used to cross paths, it was an encounter to remember. “She was very busy with all the charitable work that she did. I was busy with my career. But yes, whenever we met, it was always a pleasure. When I was shooting with Dutt Saab for Reshma Aur Shera, Nargis ji looked after the entire cast and crew.”
She concluded the conversation on the sweetest note possible. She said, “There were many things I admired about Nargisji. But do you know what I admired the most? Sunil Dutt Saab.”
“He was such a devoted husband. God should give every woman a husband like him,” she quoted, highlighting the most beautiful bond shared between Nargis and Sunil Dutt.
