Synopsis
Actress Raveena Tandon reflects on her profound connection with legendary actor Manoj Kumar, discussing his influence and the final gifts she plans to honor him with. These include items symbolizing his love for India and spirituality, emphasizing his legacy in Indian cinema.Key Takeaways
- Raveena Tandon shares her emotional bond with Manoj Kumar.
- He played a significant role in her father's film career.
- Raveena honors him with three meaningful items.
- Manoj Kumar's impact on Indian cinema is commemorated.
- His passing is seen as the end of an era by industry veterans.
Mumbai, April 4 (NationPress) Actress Raveena Tandon shared her heartfelt connection with the late iconic actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar.
In her reflections, the ‘Mohra’ actress expressed how deeply inspired she was by his incredible legacy and the valuable lessons he conveyed through his cinematic endeavors. Following the unfortunate news of his demise, Raveena paid a visit to Manoj Kumar's home to offer her condolences to his son and family.
During her interaction with the media, she highlighted her profound relationship with the legendary figure, revealing that he was the one who provided her father with his initial opportunity in the film industry. She articulated how Manoj Kumar served not only as a mentor to numerous individuals in the industry but also as a paternal figure. Additionally, Raveena unveiled the final tribute she aims to present in his honor—three treasured possessions that held significance for Manoj Kumar. These heartfelt offerings consist of Mahakal's Rudraksha mala, Sai Baba's vibuti, and the Indian flag, symbolizing his unwavering love for India, spirituality, and patriotism.
Raveena stated, “I have known Manoj Kumar uncle for many years. In fact, he is the one who gave my dad a break in films. He was like a father to all of us, and today I have three of his favorite things that I will place on him. One is the Rudraksha mala of Mahakal, the second is Sai Baba's vibuti, and the third is the Indian flag. For me, he was my Bharat; he is and will always be my Bharat. The kind of inspirational films he made, no one else has made, and no one ever will. I remember every song of Manoj ji, and my most favorite is 'Jab Zero Diya Bharat.' He is our legend, and he will always be.”
Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar remarked that the passing of Manoj Kumar signifies the conclusion of an era. He told IANS, “It's a huge loss. I believe this marks the end of an era. Manoj ji was a remarkable individual and filmmaker whose contribution to the Indian film industry was immense. The way he used to shoot his films and present the social fabric—whether it was through patriotism or song picturization—was truly exceptional. His films always resonated with people. I’ve watched Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Purab Aur Paschim, and Kranti—they always connected with audiences. He represented an era when the entire nation related to him…”
Veteran actor Dharmendra also visited Manoj Kumar's residence to pay his respects.
