One of the most excellent actresses of Bollywood during the popular era of 70s and 80s, Aruna Irani donning in different characters had no bounds. From glamorous to playing motherly roles, she pulled off every role which led her being a part of over 500 films throughout her career, including earning success in the television industry too. Noting all her best performances, she also went on to setup the record in the category of Best Supporting Actress with maximum nominations.
But what went wrong with Aruna Irani’s career? In conversation with Lehren, the actress opened up on facing backlash that she never even thought of. Starting profession as a sweetest child artist to performing on stage, signing one movie after the other but suddenly from nowhere an unexpected wave vanished her whole career and no producers approached to sign her.
Holding a guilt of being unable to thrash untrue rumours of her marriage with notable comedian Mehmood Ali. The veteran actress worked with him in movies like Bombay to Goa, Aulad, Naya Zamana, Devi and many more.
After these flow of false speculations she had no work in hand for three long years and amidst the breakdown Marathi legendary Dada Konke offered her to perform Lavni (a dance form) for his film Andhala Marto Dola (1973) and Aruna was back like a storm surprising audience through her fantastic dance moves.
Watching this mega actor-director Raj Kapoor roped her in classic Bobby (1973) film track ‘Ae Phansa’ and Irani wondered there couldn’t be a best way to win the hearts of people again. There she was, stealing the limelight one more time.
In conclusion, the star actress shared that she is grateful and honoured that the audience welcomed her with the same old love. Later earning back-to-back films to talking about how she took care of her father in his last days like a son. Additionally, unveiling how proud he was by witnessing her stupendous success.
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