TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains content of violence.Starring Sanjay Khan and Zeenat Aman They were together briefly in the 1970s, and their secret wedding was a big news story at the time. Naseem Mukri, the daughter of actor Mohammed Umar Mukri, recently opened up about the relationship between two idols and their collaboration on ‘Abdullah.Read on to find out more about what they shared.
Naseem Mukri talks about Sanjay Khan and Zeenat Aman
Recently, Naseem Mukri discussed the heyday of Bollywood and how his father was one of the pioneers of that era. From her father’s good relationship with Amitabh Bachchan and Mehmood to her filmmaking career, she has touched several topics. He also spoke about the film ‘Abdullah,’ which was the talk of the town at that time due to the collaboration of Zeenat Aman and Sanjay Khan.In an interview with Vickey Lalwani, he revealed that the Iranian director had come to India to look for actors, and his father had played a major role in helping Sanjay Khan to star alongside Zeenat Aman. He said that when his father met the foreign director, he had few requirements for the game. He also said, “The young man said, ‘I want an Indian hero, but the hero should not look Indian’, because he is from that region, so he should look like that.He also said, “He (his father, Mukri) said, ‘woh ek hi hai mere paas Sanjay’, toh dad Sanjay ko uske paas le gaye, and he got the film for him and Zeenat” (Dad took him to the Iranian man and got him the film along with Zeenat).Talking about their relationship, Mukri revealed that Zeenat and Sanjay’s relationship started while filming ‘Abdullah’. When asked about the abuse, Mukri responded that it was a scary story, and their relationship soon ended. At that time, it was revealed that during their stay at a famous hotel in Mumbai, Sanjay Khan had injured Zeenat Aman until she was hospitalized. He also said that the ‘Qurbani’ actor was admitted to the hospital and suffered serious injuries due to what happened to him. “He felt pain for many years and was bedridden due to injuries,” added Mukri; however, at that time he did not know everything, nor did he try to find out more about what happened from Zeenat or Sanjay Khan. Naseem Mukri added, “I don’t go into public business….why should I do so much?” (Who am I to ask them about this.)
About the story of Zeenat Aman and Sanjay Khan
In the 1970s, Zeenat Aman and Sanjay Khan had a relationship, and after a while the two decided to tie the knot. However, their relationship did not last long. After arguing in a hotel room, the two broke up. When their relationship began, he was already married to Zarine Khan, and had three daughters, with another on the way.However, the claims have been disputed over the years. Earlier this year, while talking to Vickey Lalwani in another interview, Farah Khan Ali, daughter of Sanjay Khan, called the whole issue of the fight against the hotel “bad”. He also said: “My father has never raised his hand on my mother or his daughters, and he is not a violent man who would lay a finger on a woman.”At the time, she also explained how her mother, Zarine Khan, blamed Zeenat and her father for their actions. He added, “He said that your father was attracted to him, so I don’t just blame him, but I also blame your father. There was attraction on both sides;Sanjay Khan and Zarine Khan remained together even after the end of the relationship, until her death last year.NOTE: If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, assault, or harassment, please seek help immediately. Consult a psychologist, NGO, or trusted person. There are several ways to help.