Did Celina Jaitly Feel Disturbed by the Age-Gap Romance in 'Silsiilay' on Its 20th Anniversary?

Mumbai, June 18 (NationPress) As her film “Silsiilay” marked its 20th anniversary, Celina Jaitly shared her feelings of emotional turmoil while depicting a romantic relationship with a significantly older co-star.

She disclosed that embodying a romantic connection with an older partner was challenging for her, but embracing that discomfort allowed her to grow as an actress. On Wednesday, the No Entry star took to Instagram to post a video snippet from Silsiilay, featuring a scene with Tabu and Kay Kay Menon.

Describing the film as “a true masterpiece” and “a cinematic experiment ahead of its time,” Celina commended its intricate storytelling that delved into themes of love, longing, and identity through three intertwined narratives. In her post, the actress reminisced about her role as Preeti, an air hostess—a character that provided her with a sense of freedom and artistic development.

Jaitly expressed, “#20thbirthday : SILSILEY | Celebrating 20 years of SILSILEY, a genuine masterpiece by Khalid Mohammed. This unique cinematic endeavor was ahead of its time, featuring three connected stories that each explored love, longing, and identity through diverse characters across generations. It was storytelling in its most nuanced and poetic form.”

“I portrayed #cabincrew an #airhostess for the first time in my career, and while it was merely one aspect of my character, PREETI was a role I thoroughly enjoyed. Being an #airhostess gave me an unusual freedom to let go and evolve as an actress. The idea of being romantically linked with someone old enough to be my parent was unsettling, yet it was captivating to navigate this uncomfortable space.”

The 'Golmaal Returns' actress continued, “Collaborating with Khalid was like entering a realm of pure artistry. I had the privilege of being part of one of the most impactful segments alongside extraordinary talents like Tabu and Kay Kay Menon. Our creative chemistry was rare, adding depth and authenticity to every scene. The narrative felt like a painting, rich in emotional depth, showcasing individuals of varying ages all striving to comprehend and discover love.”

Celina Jaitly concluded her reflections by stating, “It was also an honor to collaborate with cinematic legends behind the lens, particularly the brilliant Santosh Sivan, who captured me beautifully in the solo hit Belibaas—a moment that remains poetic in motion. To Khalid, thank you for believing in me for a role that continues to resonate two decades later. You painted with people and emotions to create something truly timeless. A heartfelt thanks to my producer Vashuji (Vashu Bhagnani).”

“Silsiilay,” which debuted on June 17, 2005, was penned and directed by Khalid Mohammed. The film featured an ensemble cast including Tabu, Bhumika Chawla, Riya Sen, Celina Jaitly, Anita Hassanandani, Divya Dutta, Rahul Bose, Jimmy Sheirgill, Ashmit Patel, and Kay Kay Menon. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan also made a special cameo in the film.