How India's first superstar Rajesh Khanna impressed women? Kaka's old video has the answer, watch
Bollywood actor Rajesh Khanna ruled the silver screens and hearts of moviegoers for decades with his unmatched charisma, captivating screen presence, and a string of consecutive hits, starting with Aradhana (1969). The success of Aradhana propelled him to overnight fame. As a solo lead, he delivered 15 consecutive hits and solidified his status in the industry. He was accorded the title of India's first superstar. His ability to portray romantic roles with subtle expressions and a unique charm made him a nationwide heartthrob. People of every age, boys, girls, men and women, everyone was in love with Kaka. It is said that girls wrote love letters to Kaka with their blood and left lipstick marks on his car.
Remembering his unparalleled superstardom on the iconic actor’s 82nd birth anniversary, here we bring an interesting anecdote when Kaka revealed how he impressed women.
Recently, an old video of Rajesh Khanna surfaced on social media in which he was asked by a foreign interviewer how he impressed women.
The interviewer asks, "When acting, what expressions do you use to attract the women?"
Such a question made Kaka blush.
The interviewer continues, "That for a star..."
Kaka replies, "Ah, that's fine. I don't know. I think so."
The interviewer again asks, "And, you are famous for the look in your eyes. How do you do it? What is it?"
"Ah, the one ah you mean when singing songs! And, it's something like..." and he blinks his eyes in his iconic style.
"Something..." he added with a smile.
The interviewer agrees to it and says, "Ah, it works."
"I think, that's what they like," added Kaka.
Moving to Rajesh Khanna's female fans, when the interviewer asked, "Why do you want to see Rajesh Khanna?"
The girl says, "Because, he is superb. No words. I mean, there are no words describing him. And we think he is the best."
Undeniably, he is the best and will remain forever.
The magical and melodious tune 'Hey...Hey... Hey... Aaha hmm hmm... Hmm Hmm...Aaha. Aahahaaaa haa... Haha.hmm hmm...' of Kora Kagaz song still echoes in the ears. Though it was the voice of the legendary Kishore Kumar, the first image that comes into everyone's mind is of the legendary actor Rajesh Khanna.
Remembering the first superstar Rajesh Khanna aka KAKA on his Birth Anniversary 💙 pic.twitter.com/VUeKPtp1qQ
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There are several other songs that were only meant for Rajesh Khanna. The combination of Kishore Kumar and Rajesh Khanna some of the best Hindi songs, that remain evergreen. With 245 songs in 92 films, Kishore Da and Kaka made a record. And, of course, all these songs and Kaka's romantic gestures with his charming smile made women fall for him.